Appropriate wireless technology for blue data communication to enhance artisanal fishery

Authors

  • Abdi T Abdalla Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Eva Shayo Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Angelina Misso Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Baraka Maiseli Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Kwame Ibwe Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Narriman Jiddawi Department of Marine and Coastal Resources Management, Institute of Marine Sciences, Zanzibar
  • Moses Ismail Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Abstract

The paper examines the development of a system architecture to support smart fishing. This includes the establishment of a blue data center, which would allow government agencies and research institutions to access fisheries data. The goal is to provide policymakers with the tools they need to efficiently manage artisanal fisheries resources. The architecture also incorporates wireless communication components that are suitable for small-scale fishers in remote areas. The study delves into the selection of appropriate wireless communication technology for transmitting fishing data to the communication center. Factors such as coverage range, data rates, and cost implications are taken into consideration. The evaluation results indicate that long-range wide area network (LoRaWAN) technology is the most suitable choice for facilitating the artisanal fishing architecture. LoRaWAN offers satisfactory coverage distance, low power requirements, and an overall cost-effective solution. The research underscores the significance of leveraging technological solutions to advance the fisheries sector. It highlights the existing gap between current practices and technological advancements, emphasizing the need for progress in this field. This study contributes to applied communication science by addressing the real-world challenge of selecting optimal low-power wireless technologies for sustainable blue data transmission in artisanal fisheries.

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Published

2026-04-23

Issue

Vol. 51 No. 4 (2025)

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Physical Sciences

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