The document discusses methods to minimize energy consumption in wireless sensor networks (WSNs) using bacterial foraging optimization (BFO) and fuzzy logic for clustering and cluster head selection. It details a proposed routing protocol employing a Sugeno fuzzy inference system to enhance network lifetime, demonstrating comparisons of BFO with existing methods like the artificial bee colony (ABC) algorithm. The results showcase improved performance and reduced complexity in the energy efficiency of WSNs through optimized cluster management and decision-making processes.