Introduction
A. Definition of IoT
B. Evolution and history of IoT
C. Key concepts and technologies that
enable IoT
D. Overview of the impact and potential of IoT
Introduction of IOT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is changing how we live,
work, travel, and do business. It is even the basis of a
new industrial transformation, known as Industry 4.0,
and key in the digital transformation of organizations,
cities, and society overall. Reason enough to
understand the essence of the Internet of Things.
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The concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) has been around for decades, but it
wasn't until the 21st century that the technology advanced enough to make it a
reality. The following are some of the key milestones in the evolution and history
of IoT:
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2002-2004: The
development of
wireless networks and
the emergence of low-
cost computing devices
made it possible for
more objects to be
connected to the
Internet.
2005-2010: The first wave
of IoT products and
services started to
emerge, including home
automation systems,
wearable devices, and
connected vehicles.
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2010-2015: The number of
connected devices exploded,
leading to the creation of
new IoT ecosystems and the
development of standards
and protocols for IoT
communication and data
exchange.
2015-Present: IoT has become a
major area of investment for both
large corporations and startups, and 12.
its applications have expanded to
include industries such as healthcare,
agriculture, and manufacturing.
IoT has already had a significant impact on the way we live and
work. With the continued growth of connected devices and the
development of new IoT technologies, it is likely that we will see
even more widespread adoption and new applications in the
years to come.
Key concepts and technologies that enable IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) relies on several key
concepts and technologies that enable devices to
connect and exchange data. Some of the most
important of these include:
1. Sensors and Actuators:
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What is Sensors?
Sensors are devices or machines used to detect the presence of any physical
object in the vicinity and send information about the same to the receiving end.
The device is mostly used with other electronic devices. Any physical
quantity like pressure, force, strain, light etc., can be identified and
converted into a desired electrical signal. .
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1. Temperature
2. Light
3. Pressure
4. Touch
5. Color
6. Smoke
IoT Actuators
What Are Actuators in IoT?
An actuator is a device that makes something move or operate. An
actuator initiates movement of a machine part upon obtaining a
part of the input energy as a feedback control signal. In other
words, an actuator converts the energy into physical motion or
mechanical movement.
Actuators are devices that take action based on data received from
IoT sensors. They convert electrical signals into physical
movement to control devices like motors, valves, or lights.
Examples of Actuators
1. Motorized Sliding Doors
2. Connectivity:
IoT devices must be able to connect to the Internet or to
each other, typically through wireless technologies such as
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular networks.
For example, a smart home security system might use Wi-Fi to connect
to a home network, and cellular connectivity to communicate with
the monitoring company.
3. Identification and Addressing:
IoT devices must have a unique identifier (UID) and a way to address each
other so that they can communicate and exchange data.
This could be achieved through the use of IP addresses or other unique
identifier schemes.
For example, a smart lock on a front door might have a UID and IP
address that allows it to communicate with a smartphone app and receive
commands to lock or unlock the door.
4. Communication Protocols:
Standard communication protocols are essential for IoT
devices to be able to communicate and exchange data.
Some of the most widely used protocols include MQTT,
CoAP, and HTTP.
For example, a smart refrigerator might use MQTT to send and receive
data with a smart kitchen appliance, such as a coffee maker.
5. Data Management and Analytics:
IoT devices generate large amounts of data, and it's essential to
manage and analyze this data in order to derive insights and make
decisions.
Tools such as big data platforms, data warehousing, and predictive
analytics can help organizations to make sense of the data generated
by their IoT devices.
For example, a
smart city might
use data analytics
to optimize traffic
flow, reduce energy
consumption, and
improve public
safety.
6.Cloud
Computing:
IoT devices often rely on cloud-
based infrastructure to provide
scalable and flexible computing
resources.
For example, a smart factory
might use cloud computing to
store and analyze production
data, enabling the factory to
improve its operations and
reduce downtime.
7.AI
• − IoT essentially makes virtually
anything “smart”, meaning it
enhances every aspect of life with the
power of data collection, artificial
intelligence algorithms, and networks.
This can mean something as simple
as enhancing your refrigerator and
cabinets to detect when milk and your
favorite cereal run low, and to then
place an order with your preferred
grocer.
Examples of artificial intelligence that have a role in our everyday lives.
1. Navigation Apps
Examples of artificial intelligence that have a role in our everyday lives.
2. Facial Recognition
Examples of artificial intelligence that have a role in our everyday lives.
3. Smart Assistants
Examples of artificial intelligence that have a role in our everyday lives.
4. Household Items
8. Security:
IoT devices are vulnerable to cyber-
attacks, and it's essential to implement
security measures to protect them.
Common security measures include
encryption, authentication, and
firewalls. For example, a smart bank
might use encryption to protect
financial data transmitted by its ATM
machines, and authentication to
prevent unauthorized access to
sensitive information.
Overview of the impact and potential of IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) has the potential to revolutionize the way
we live and work, transforming everything from how we manage our
homes and cities to how we manufacture and distribute goods.
Some of the key impacts and potential of IoT include:
1. Improved Efficiency
2. Enhanced Safety
3. Improved Quality of Life
4. Increased Sustainability
5. New Business Opportunities
1. Improved Efficiency
● IoT can enable greater efficiency in a wide range of industries.
● For example, in agriculture, IoT sensors can be used to
monitor crop health, soil moisture, and weather patterns,
enabling farmers to optimize their production and reduce
waste.
● In manufacturing, IoT can be used to monitor machines and
equipment, enabling predictive maintenance and reducing
downtime.
2. Enhanced Safety
IoT has the potential to make our homes, workplaces, and cities
safer.
For example, smart home devices can detect and respond to
potential safety hazards such as fires and carbon monoxide leaks.
In transportation, IoT can be used to improve road safety by
enabling connected vehicles to communicate with each other and
with traffic management systems.
3. Improved Quality of Life
IoT can improve the quality of life for individuals and communities
by providing better access to healthcare, education, and other
services.
For example, IoT sensors can be used to monitor the health of
elderly or disabled individuals, enabling them to live independently
for longer. In education, IoT can be used to provide personalized
learning experiences that cater to individual needs and
preferences.
4. Increased Sustainability
IoT can help to reduce our environmental impact and
promote sustainability.
For example, in energy management, IoT can be used
to monitor and optimize energy usage, reducing waste
and carbon emissions. In transportation, IoT can be
used to promote the use of electric and hybrid vehicles,
reducing the reliance on fossil fuels.
5. New Business Opportunities
IoT is creating new business opportunities in a wide
range of industries.
For example, in healthcare, IoT is enabling the
development of new remote monitoring and
telemedicine services. In retail, IoT is enabling the
development of new personalized shopping
experiences and supply chain management systems.
IoT − Advantages
The advantages of IoT span across every area of lifestyle
and business. Here is a list of some of the advantages that
IoT has to offer −
•Improved Customer Engagement − Current analytics suffer from blind-spots and
significant flaws in accuracy; and as noted, engagement remains passive. IoT
completely transforms this to achieve richer and more effective engagement with
audiences.
•Technology Optimization − The same technologies and data
which improve the customer experience also improve device use, and aid
in more potent improvements to technology. IoT unlocks a world of
critical functional and field data.
•Reduced Waste − IoT makes areas of improvement clear.
Current analytics give us superficial insight, but IoT provides real-
world information leading to more effective management of
resources.
Enhanced Data Collection − Modern data collection suffers
from its limitations and its design for passive use. IoT breaks it out of
those spaces, and places it exactly where humans really want to go to
analyze our world. It allows an accurate picture of everything
IoT − Disadvantages
Though IoT delivers an impressive set of benefits, it also presents a
significant set of challenges. Here is a list of some its major issues −
IoT creates an ecosystem of constantly connected
•Security −
devices communicating over networks. The system offers little
control despite any security measures. This leaves users
exposed to various kinds of attackers.
•Privacy − The sophistication of IoT provides substantial personal
data in extreme detail without the user's active participation.
•Complexity − Some find IoT systems complicated in terms of
design, deployment, and maintenance given their use of multiple
technologies and a large set of new enabling technologies.
•Flexibility − Many are concerned about the flexibility of an IoT system to
integrate easily with another. They worry about finding themselves with
several conflicting or locked systems.
•Compliance − IoT, like any other technology in the realm of business,
must comply with regulations. Its complexity makes the issue of
compliance seem incredibly challenging when many consider standard
software compliance a battle.
Internet of Things - Hardware
The hardware utilized in IoT systems includes devices for a remote
dashboard, devices for control, servers, a routing or bridge device, and
sensors.
These devices manage key tasks and functions such as system
activation, action specifications, security, communication, and detection
to support-specific goals and actions.
IoT − Sensors
The most important hardware in IoT might be its sensors. These
devices consist of energy modules, power management modules, RF
modules, and sensing modules. RF modules manage communications
through their signal processing, WiFi, Bluetooth, radio transceiver.
Here is a list of some of the measurement devices used
in IoT −
Wearable Electronics
Wearable electronic devices are small devices worn on the head, neck, arms,
torso, and feet.
Smartwatches not only help us stay connected, but
as a part of an IoT system, they allow access needed
for improved productivity.
Current smart wearable devices include −
•Head − Helmets, glasses
•Neck − Jewelry, collars
•Arm − Watches, wristbands, rings
•Torso − Clothing, backpacks
•Feet − Socks, shoes
The desktop, tablet, and cellphone remain integral parts of IoT as the
command center and remotes.
•The desktop provides the user with the highest level of control over the
system and its settings.
•The tablet provides access to the key features of the system in a way
resembling the desktop, and also acts as a remote.
•The cellphone allows some essential settings modification and also
provides remote functionality.
Other key connected devices include standard network devices
like routers and switches.
IoT software addresses its key areas of networking and action through
platforms, embedded systems, partner systems, and middleware. These
individual and master applications are responsible for data collection,
device integration, real-time analytics, and application and process
extension within the IoT network. They exploit integration with critical
business systems (e.g., ordering systems, robotics, scheduling, and
more) in the execution of related tasks.
This software manages sensing, measurements, light data filtering, light
data security, and aggregation of data. It uses certain protocols to aid
sensors in connecting with real-time, machine-to-machine networks.
Then it collects data from multiple devices and distributes it in
accordance with settings. It also works in reverse by distributing data
over devices. The system eventually transmits all collected data to a
central server.
Software supporting integration binds (dependent relationships) all
system devices to create the body of the IoT system. It ensures the
necessary cooperation and stable networking between devices.
These applications are the defining software technology of the IoT
network because without them, it is not an IoT system. They
manage the various applications, protocols, and limitations of each
device to allow communication.
These applications take data or input from various devices
and convert it into viable actions or clear patterns for
human analysis. They analyze information based on
various settings and designs in order to perform
automation-related tasks or provide the data required by
industry.
These applications extend the reach of existing systems
and software to allow a wider, more effective system. They
integrate predefined devices for specific purposes such as
allowing certain mobile devices or engineering instruments
access. It supports improved productivity and more
accurate data collection.
