Enabling Layer 2 Routing in IEEE std 802.15.4 Networks with IEEE std 802.15.10

This article gives an overview of the IEEE 802.15.10 standard specifying a layer 2 routing (L2R) protocol enabling communication over multiple hops in IEEE 802.15.4 networks. IEEE 802.15.4 is expected to be a predominant technology as we move toward an increasingly interconnected society. IEEE 802.15.10 allows increasing the range of an IEEE 802.15.4 network while maintaining low-power transmission. This new standard is suitable for applications such as smart metering, intelligent transportation systems, and automation, where a varying number of devices are deployed in an area ranging from a few square meters to entire cities or countries.