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This study explores the enhancement of Location-Aware and Mobility support within the Routing Protocol for Low-Power and Lossy Networks (RPL). RPL is widely used in IoT and wireless sensor networks due to its efficiency and adaptability. However, its performance can degrade in scenarios involving high mobility and dynamic location changes. By incorporating advanced location-aware mechanisms and mobility management strategies, this research aims to improve the reliability and performance of RPL in such environments. The findings highlight the potential benefits of these enhancements in optimizing network routing and connectivity in mobile and dynamic IoT applications. This study explores enhancements to the IPv6 Routing Protocol for Low-Power and Lossy Networks (RPL) by incorporating location-aware and mobility support features. Recognizing the limitations of traditional RPL in dynamic and mobile environments, we propose modifications to the protocol that improve its performance in handling node mobility and location-based routing. Through simulation and real-world testing, our enhanced RPL demonstrates significant improvements in packet delivery ratio, latency, and overall network reliability in scenarios with frequent topology changes. The results indicate that our approach effectively addresses the challenges of mobility and location-awareness in low-power and lossy networks, contributing to more robust and efficient network operations.