Sensors in the Age of the Internet of Things

Sensors in the Age of the Internet of Things
Author: Octavian Adrian Postolache
Publisher: Institution of Engineering and Technology
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2019-10-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 178561634X

The IoT is the inter-networking of connected and smart devices, buildings, vehicles and other items which are embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity that enable these objects to collect and exchange data. A sensor is a detection device that measures, records, or responds to a physical property. Sensors represent the front end of information processing. Progress in communication technologies is part of the multi-factorial advances in electronics, sensors, embedded computing, signal processing and machine learning methods that has led to the development of new capabilities in the IoT.

Introduction to Sensors in IoT and Cloud Computing Applications

Introduction to Sensors in IoT and Cloud Computing Applications
Author: Ambika Nagaraj
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2021-02-01
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 981147933X

Introduction to Sensors in IoT and Cloud Computing Applications provides information about sensors and their applications. Readers are first introduced to the concept of small instruments and their application as sensors. The chapters which follow explain Internet of Things (IoT) architecture while providing notes on the implementation, demonstration and related issues of IoT systems. The book continues to explore the topic by providing information about sensor-cloud infrastructure, mobile cloud, fog computing (an extension of cloud computing that takes cloud computing to the cutting-edge of networking where data is produced) and integration of IoT devices with cloud computing. The book also presents notes on the taxonomy of fog-computing systems. The six chapters in this book provide essential information for general readers, and students of computer science to understand the basics of cloud computing networks, related concepts and applications.

Sensors for IOT Applications

Sensors for IOT Applications
Author: E Control Devices
Publisher: E Control Devices
Total Pages: 199
Release: 2021-12-21
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

In this book, we have discussed IoT technology and how it has changed the entire technological advancements in the future as well. The Internet of Things means billions of devices and gadgets throughout the world that is interconnected with the internet, all collecting and distributing information. Because of the appearance of small and modest CPUs and the universality of wireless networks, it's possible to turn anything, from something as little as a pill to something as big as a fighter plane or submarine, into a piece of the IoT. The IoT is making the essence of our everyday surroundings more intelligent and more responsive, interconnecting the automated and physical worlds. Any actual item can be changed into an IoT gadget if it tends to be associated with the web to be controlled or convey data. As even more up-to-date advancements and availability procedures hit the market, IoT development will keep on developing, assisting the change of detached items into brilliant associated gadgets. This pattern will affect enterprises, all things considered, just as our own lives. Be that as it may, similarly to any other innovation, IoT issues do exist. Concerns incorporate acknowledgment, cost, network, security, and that's just the beginning. As numerous new players enter the field, guidelines are being set. In any case, even with these difficulties, the ultimate objectives of IoT have a lot of guarantees.

IoT Technologies in Smart-Cities

IoT Technologies in Smart-Cities
Author: Fadi Al-Turjman
Publisher: Institution of Engineering and Technology
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2020-04-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1785618695

Smart City and sensing platforms are considered some of the most significant topics in the Internet of Things (IoT). Sensors are at the heart of the IoT, and their development is a key issue if such concepts are to achieve their full potential.

IoT Architectures, Models, and Platforms for Smart City Applications

IoT Architectures, Models, and Platforms for Smart City Applications
Author: Chowdhry, Bhawani Shankar
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2019-12-27
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1799812553

Developing countries are persistently looking for efficient and cost-effective methods for transforming their communities into smart cities. Unfortunately, energy crises have increased in these regions due to a lack of awareness and proper utilization of technological methods. These communities must explore and implement innovative solutions in order to enhance citizen enrollment, quality of government, and city intelligence. IoT Architectures, Models, and Platforms for Smart City Applications provides emerging research exploring the theoretical and practical aspects of transforming cities into intelligent systems using IoT-based design models and sustainable development projects. This publication looks at how cities can be built as smart cities within limited resources and existing advanced technologies. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as cloud computing, human machine interface, and ad hoc networks, this book is ideally designed for urban planners, engineers, IT specialists, computer engineering students, research scientists, academicians, technology developers, policymakers, researchers, and designers seeking current research on smart applications within urban development.

Smart Sensors for Industrial Internet of Things

Smart Sensors for Industrial Internet of Things
Author: Deepak Gupta
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2021-02-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030526240

This book brings together the latest research in smart sensors technology and exposes the reader to myriad industrial applications that this technology has enabled. The book emphasizes several topics in the area of smart sensors in industrial real-world applications. The contributions in this book give a broader view on the usage of smart sensor devices covering a wide range of interdisciplinary areas like Intelligent Transport Systems, Healthcare, Agriculture, Drone communications and Security. By presenting an insight into Smart Sensors for Industrial IoT, this book directs the readers to explore the utility and advancement in smart sensors and their applications into numerous research fields. Lastly, the book aims to reach through a mass number of industry experts, researchers, scientists, engineers, and practitioners and help them guide and evolve to advance research practices.

Getting Started with the Internet of Things

Getting Started with the Internet of Things
Author: Cuno Pfister
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2011-05-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1449393578

This hands-on introductory guide will quickly show how to program embedded devices using the .NET Micro Framework and the Netduino Plus board, and then connect these devices to the Internet using Pachube, a cloud platform for sharing real-time sensor data.

Security and Privacy Issues in IoT Devices and Sensor Networks

Security and Privacy Issues in IoT Devices and Sensor Networks
Author: Sudhir Kumar Sharma
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2020-10-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128232226

Security and Privacy Issues in IoT Devices and Sensor Networks investigates security breach issues in IoT and sensor networks, exploring various solutions. The book follows a two-fold approach, first focusing on the fundamentals and theory surrounding sensor networks and IoT security. It then explores practical solutions that can be implemented to develop security for these elements, providing case studies to enhance understanding. Machine learning techniques are covered, as well as other security paradigms, such as cloud security and cryptocurrency technologies. The book highlights how these techniques can be applied to identify attacks and vulnerabilities, preserve privacy, and enhance data security. This in-depth reference is ideal for industry professionals dealing with WSN and IoT systems who want to enhance the security of these systems. Additionally, researchers, material developers and technology specialists dealing with the multifarious aspects of data privacy and security enhancement will benefit from the book's comprehensive information. - Provides insights into the latest research trends and theory in the field of sensor networks and IoT security - Presents machine learning-based solutions for data security enhancement - Discusses the challenges to implement various security techniques - Informs on how analytics can be used in security and privacy

IoT Sensor-Based Activity Recognition

IoT Sensor-Based Activity Recognition
Author: Md Atiqur Rahman Ahad
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2020-07-30
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3030513793

This book offer clear descriptions of the basic structure for the recognition and classification of human activities using different types of sensor module and smart devices in e.g. healthcare, education, monitoring the elderly, daily human behavior, and fitness monitoring. In addition, the complexities, challenges, and design issues involved in data collection, processing, and other fundamental stages along with datasets, methods, etc., are discussed in detail. The book offers a valuable resource for readers in the fields of pattern recognition, human–computer interaction, and the Internet of Things.

Internet of Things and Sensor Network for COVID-19

Internet of Things and Sensor Network for COVID-19
Author: Siba Kumar Udgata
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 101
Release: 2020-07-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811576548

This book examines various models/solutions in areas, such as individuals, home, work and society, where IoT and AI are being utilized to mitigate the Covid-19 pandemic. The world is battling with the novel coronavirus, and government authorities, scientists, medical practitioners, and medical services are striving hard to help people to face the challenges. During this crisis, numerous innovative ideas and solutions have been proposed for using the Internet of things (IoT), sensor networks, and artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor the wellbeing of individuals. Nations are using all available assets to help develop cutting-edge innovations to relieve the impacts of Covid-19 and profile individuals in danger. The advances in IoT frameworks and sensor technologies together with AI are invaluable in the context of this pandemic, and nations and various entities around the globe are discovering innovative solutions to maintain businesses and help people live alongside Covid-19. This book presents the advances in sensor technologies, IoT frameworks, and explores how these technologies are being used to deal with the issues arising from Covid-19, including work in progress and potential applications.