This document provides a summary of a study on hierarchical cluster-based routing techniques in wireless sensor networks. It begins with an abstract that outlines the paper's focus on energy conservation in WSNs and surveying cluster-based routing protocols. The document then covers non-clustered and clustered WSN network structures, characteristics and design considerations of WSNs, categories of routing protocols (proactive, reactive, hybrid), and classifications of hierarchical cluster-based routing protocols including LEACH, LEACH-C, HEED, and DEEC. The overall purpose is to analyze various cluster-based routing techniques and their ability to minimize energy consumption and maximize network lifetime in WSNs.