I. The document discusses what the Internet of Things (IOT) is, including definitions and examples of connected devices.
II. It outlines some of the main security challenges with IOT, including that default configurations are not optimized for security and users prioritize ease-of-use over security.
III. Examples of IOT applications that are discussed include fleet tracking, home automation, connected cars, healthcare, agriculture, industrial settings, and more.
Introduction to IoT, Arduino and Raspberry pi. Also a project on environment parameter sensing using IoT. the presentation gives basic understanding of how internet of things works, what are its uses, applications, the fields it can be used in and its future scope.
The project is about collecting useful data using sensors and uploading on the server to keep track of the parameters.
Internet of things - Business Opportunities in the Connected WorldJag Randhawa
Internet of Things (IoT) is next biggest thing since the birth of the Internet. It is going to impact our lives and businesses beyond anyone’s imaginations.
In this presentation, Parul introduces IoT and gives examples of interesting applications in that space. Parul is interested in data management and insights that come out of IoT clas devices.
Introduction to IoT, Arduino and Raspberry pi. Also a project on environment parameter sensing using IoT. the presentation gives basic understanding of how internet of things works, what are its uses, applications, the fields it can be used in and its future scope.
The project is about collecting useful data using sensors and uploading on the server to keep track of the parameters.
Internet of things - Business Opportunities in the Connected WorldJag Randhawa
Internet of Things (IoT) is next biggest thing since the birth of the Internet. It is going to impact our lives and businesses beyond anyone’s imaginations.
In this presentation, Parul introduces IoT and gives examples of interesting applications in that space. Parul is interested in data management and insights that come out of IoT clas devices.
The Internet of Things, also called The Internet of Objects, refers to a wireless network between objects.
By embedding short-range mobile transceivers into a wide array of additional gadgets and everyday items, enabling new forms of communication between people and things, and between things themselves.
IIoT is often presented as a revolution that is changing the face of industry in a profound manner. In reality, it is an evolution that has its origins in technologies and functionalities developed by visionary automation suppliers more than 15 years ago. As the necessary global standards mature, it may well take another 15 years to realise the full potential of IIoT. Over this period of time the changes to the industry will be far reaching. The good news is that end users and machine builders can now leverage their existing investments in technology and people while taking advantage of available new IIoT technologies.
Introducing IIoT solutions using a “wrap & re-use” approach, rather than a “rip & replace” approach will enable greater business control. In addition, this measured approach will drive the evolution towards a smart manufacturing enterprise that is more efficient, safer, and sustainable. The emergence of the IIoT megatrend has created both hope and confusion among stakeholders responsible for operating industrial plants. Much of the early hype was focused on the impact of technological advancements on existing automation platforms.
Edge computing is a distributed computing paradigm that brings computation and data storage closer to the sources of data. This ppt contains everything about Edge Computing Starting from its Definition, needs, terms involved to its merits, demerits and application use cases
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a term used to describe a network of interconnected devices that are able to communicate with each other and share data. These devices can be anything from smart appliances in your home to sensors in a manufacturing plant or even wearable devices like fitness trackers. The applications of IoT are numerous and continue to expand as technology advances. In this article, we'll explore some of the most important and interesting applications of IoT.
Smart Homes and Buildings
One of the most well-known applications of IoT is in smart homes and buildings. IoT devices can be used to control everything from temperature and lighting to security systems and home entertainment systems. Smart home devices can be controlled remotely through smartphones or other devices, and can even be automated based on the user's preferences and routines.
Smart buildings take this concept a step further, with IoT sensors and systems used to optimize energy usage, monitor air quality, and even control elevators and other building systems. These applications can help reduce energy costs, improve safety, and enhance the overall user experience.
Healthcare
IoT has a variety of applications in the healthcare industry, from wearable devices that monitor vital signs to smart pills that track medication usage. IoT sensors can also be used to monitor patients in hospital settings, allowing medical staff to detect changes in a patient's condition more quickly and respond accordingly.
In addition, IoT devices can be used for remote patient monitoring, allowing patients to receive care in their own homes rather than having to travel to a medical facility. This can improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Agriculture
IoT sensors and systems are increasingly being used in the agricultural industry to optimize crop yields and reduce waste. These sensors can be used to monitor soil moisture, temperature, and nutrient levels, allowing farmers to make more informed decisions about when and how to water and fertilize their crops.
In addition, IoT systems can be used to track the movement and health of livestock, helping farmers to detect and respond to potential health issues more quickly.
Manufacturing
IoT is also being used in the manufacturing industry to improve efficiency and reduce waste. IoT sensors can be used to monitor equipment and machinery, providing real-time data on performance and identifying potential maintenance issues before they become more serious
What we got covered?
1) What Is Industrial IoT
2) Application of Industrial IOT
3) Machine To Machine (M2M)
4) Benefits of Industrial IoT
5) Vendors in Industrial IoT
6) Features of Industrial IoT
Internet of Things (IOT) in simple terms we can describe the iot with a definition it is "A virtual world with a physical touch" it is connected with every thing that are related to the magnetic waves.
It is a new innovation in the era of technology that can change the face of technology and even we can see the change around us.
Please do like and comment
LAS16-300K2: Overview of IoT Zephyr
Speakers: Geoff Thorpe
Date: September 28, 2016
★ Session Description ★
Title: Overview of IoT Zephyr
Bio:
Geoff Thorpe heads up security within the Microcontroller group of NXP, where the intersection of device security and network security gives him a headache commonly known as “IoT”. His early experience with security topics was very software-centric, as a long-standing member of the OpenSSL team and a contributor to related open source projects. After many years veering off into semiconductors and hardware architecture, his software-bias has been domesticated to some extent but not eradicated.
★ Resources ★
Etherpad: pad.linaro.org/p/las16-300k2
Presentations & Videos: http://connect.linaro.org/resource/las16/las16-300k2/
★ Event Details ★
Linaro Connect Las Vegas 2016 – #LAS16
September 26-30, 2016
http://www.linaro.org
http://connect.linaro.org
The Internet of Things, also called The Internet of Objects, refers to a wireless network between objects.
By embedding short-range mobile transceivers into a wide array of additional gadgets and everyday items, enabling new forms of communication between people and things, and between things themselves.
IIoT is often presented as a revolution that is changing the face of industry in a profound manner. In reality, it is an evolution that has its origins in technologies and functionalities developed by visionary automation suppliers more than 15 years ago. As the necessary global standards mature, it may well take another 15 years to realise the full potential of IIoT. Over this period of time the changes to the industry will be far reaching. The good news is that end users and machine builders can now leverage their existing investments in technology and people while taking advantage of available new IIoT technologies.
Introducing IIoT solutions using a “wrap & re-use” approach, rather than a “rip & replace” approach will enable greater business control. In addition, this measured approach will drive the evolution towards a smart manufacturing enterprise that is more efficient, safer, and sustainable. The emergence of the IIoT megatrend has created both hope and confusion among stakeholders responsible for operating industrial plants. Much of the early hype was focused on the impact of technological advancements on existing automation platforms.
Edge computing is a distributed computing paradigm that brings computation and data storage closer to the sources of data. This ppt contains everything about Edge Computing Starting from its Definition, needs, terms involved to its merits, demerits and application use cases
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a term used to describe a network of interconnected devices that are able to communicate with each other and share data. These devices can be anything from smart appliances in your home to sensors in a manufacturing plant or even wearable devices like fitness trackers. The applications of IoT are numerous and continue to expand as technology advances. In this article, we'll explore some of the most important and interesting applications of IoT.
Smart Homes and Buildings
One of the most well-known applications of IoT is in smart homes and buildings. IoT devices can be used to control everything from temperature and lighting to security systems and home entertainment systems. Smart home devices can be controlled remotely through smartphones or other devices, and can even be automated based on the user's preferences and routines.
Smart buildings take this concept a step further, with IoT sensors and systems used to optimize energy usage, monitor air quality, and even control elevators and other building systems. These applications can help reduce energy costs, improve safety, and enhance the overall user experience.
Healthcare
IoT has a variety of applications in the healthcare industry, from wearable devices that monitor vital signs to smart pills that track medication usage. IoT sensors can also be used to monitor patients in hospital settings, allowing medical staff to detect changes in a patient's condition more quickly and respond accordingly.
In addition, IoT devices can be used for remote patient monitoring, allowing patients to receive care in their own homes rather than having to travel to a medical facility. This can improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Agriculture
IoT sensors and systems are increasingly being used in the agricultural industry to optimize crop yields and reduce waste. These sensors can be used to monitor soil moisture, temperature, and nutrient levels, allowing farmers to make more informed decisions about when and how to water and fertilize their crops.
In addition, IoT systems can be used to track the movement and health of livestock, helping farmers to detect and respond to potential health issues more quickly.
Manufacturing
IoT is also being used in the manufacturing industry to improve efficiency and reduce waste. IoT sensors can be used to monitor equipment and machinery, providing real-time data on performance and identifying potential maintenance issues before they become more serious
What we got covered?
1) What Is Industrial IoT
2) Application of Industrial IOT
3) Machine To Machine (M2M)
4) Benefits of Industrial IoT
5) Vendors in Industrial IoT
6) Features of Industrial IoT
Internet of Things (IOT) in simple terms we can describe the iot with a definition it is "A virtual world with a physical touch" it is connected with every thing that are related to the magnetic waves.
It is a new innovation in the era of technology that can change the face of technology and even we can see the change around us.
Please do like and comment
LAS16-300K2: Overview of IoT Zephyr
Speakers: Geoff Thorpe
Date: September 28, 2016
★ Session Description ★
Title: Overview of IoT Zephyr
Bio:
Geoff Thorpe heads up security within the Microcontroller group of NXP, where the intersection of device security and network security gives him a headache commonly known as “IoT”. His early experience with security topics was very software-centric, as a long-standing member of the OpenSSL team and a contributor to related open source projects. After many years veering off into semiconductors and hardware architecture, his software-bias has been domesticated to some extent but not eradicated.
★ Resources ★
Etherpad: pad.linaro.org/p/las16-300k2
Presentations & Videos: http://connect.linaro.org/resource/las16/las16-300k2/
★ Event Details ★
Linaro Connect Las Vegas 2016 – #LAS16
September 26-30, 2016
http://www.linaro.org
http://connect.linaro.org
AWS IoT is a managed cloud platform that lets connected devices easily and securely interact with cloud applications and other devices. This webinar will introduce the best practices for IoT Security in the cloud and the access control mechanisms used by AWS IoT. These mechanisms can be used to not only securely build and provision devices, as well as integrate devices with other AWS services to create secure solutions.
Learning Objectives:
• Common IoT Thing Management Issues
• Learn about AWS IoT Security and Access Control Mechanisms
• Build Secure interactions with the AWS Cloud
Who Should Attend:
• Technical Decision Makers, Developers, Makers
AWS re:Invent 2016: IoT Security: The New Frontiers (IOT302)Amazon Web Services
Only year ago we launched AWS IoT, and at re:Invent we showed how AWS IoT makes it easy to secure millions of connected devices. However, we have learned from our customers that a number of unique security challenges for the Internet of Things (IoT) exist.
The Future of Embedded and IoT Security: Kaspersky Operating SystemKaspersky Lab
KasperskyOS – Secure Operating System for embedded connected systems with specific requirements for cyber security. KasperskyOS aims to protect software and data systems from the consequences of the intrusion of malicious code, viruses and hacker attacks. These can provoke harmful behavior in any part of the system, potentially resulting in loss or leakage of sensitive data, reduced performance and denial of service. In addition it reduces the risk of harm caused by program bugs, unintentional mistakes or premeditated abuse.
Understanding what is IoT security
What is the scope of IoT security
Uses of IoT and where do we see it in our daily life
Possible attack surface and likelihood of IoT-related attacks
IoT specific security assessment (understanding approach, IoT protocols, how it is a combination of different type assessments)
The myths of IoT security and the way it has progressed in past few years and how far fetched it can be.
Available Resources and Tools
Software update for IoT Embedded World 2017Chris Simmonds
Many embedded Linux projects have a requirement to update the software on devices in the field. Recent security flaws in basic components such as OpenSSL and bash, combined with the interconnectedness of all things, have highlighted the problem and made it an absolute necessity
The Internet helped people to connect with static information available but now it is helping to build connection from people to people, people to physical objects and physical objects to other physical objects.
The speedy growth of Internet data is making networked connections more relevant and valuable. Also it creates exciting business opportunities for industries. Almost all every area, every device, every sensor,
every software are connected to each other. The ability to access these devices through a Smartphone or through a computer is called IoT (Internet of Things). These devices are accessed remotely. The Internet of things (IoT) is one of the top three technological advancements of the next decade together with the mobile, internet and the automation of knowledge work.
The Internet of Things (IoT), also referred to as the Internet of Objects, will change everything—including ourselves. This may seem like a bold statement, but consider the impact the Internet already had on education, science, communication, business, government, and humanity. Clearly, the Internet is one of the most important and a powerful creation in all of human history. This paper discussesIOT architecture, IOT applications and limitations of IOT.
The internet of things (io t) : IoT academy AnkitThakkar46
The Internet of things (IoT) is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines provided with unique identifiers (UIDs) and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction.
“The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of
interrelated computing devices, mechanical and
digital machines, objects, animals or people that
are provided with unique identifiers and the
ability to transfer data over a network without
requiring human-to-human or
human-to-computer interaction.”
Makers: Shubham Yadav, Aniket Dwivedi, Vedant Babade
presentation on internet of things (IOT) for seminar presentation and school projects.
included future of iot with its different application history and many more things.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 3DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 3. In this session, we will cover desktop automation along with UI automation.
Topics covered:
UI automation Introduction,
UI automation Sample
Desktop automation flow
Pradeep Chinnala, Senior Consultant Automation Developer @WonderBotz and UiPath MVP
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
Software Delivery At the Speed of AI: Inflectra Invests In AI-Powered QualityInflectra
In this insightful webinar, Inflectra explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming software development and testing. Discover how AI-powered tools are revolutionizing every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design and prototyping to testing, deployment, and monitoring.
Learn about:
• The Future of Testing: How AI is shifting testing towards verification, analysis, and higher-level skills, while reducing repetitive tasks.
• Test Automation: How AI-powered test case generation, optimization, and self-healing tests are making testing more efficient and effective.
• Visual Testing: Explore the emerging capabilities of AI in visual testing and how it's set to revolutionize UI verification.
• Inflectra's AI Solutions: See demonstrations of Inflectra's cutting-edge AI tools like the ChatGPT plugin and Azure Open AI platform, designed to streamline your testing process.
Whether you're a developer, tester, or QA professional, this webinar will give you valuable insights into how AI is shaping the future of software delivery.
State of ICS and IoT Cyber Threat Landscape Report 2024 previewPrayukth K V
The IoT and OT threat landscape report has been prepared by the Threat Research Team at Sectrio using data from Sectrio, cyber threat intelligence farming facilities spread across over 85 cities around the world. In addition, Sectrio also runs AI-based advanced threat and payload engagement facilities that serve as sinks to attract and engage sophisticated threat actors, and newer malware including new variants and latent threats that are at an earlier stage of development.
The latest edition of the OT/ICS and IoT security Threat Landscape Report 2024 also covers:
State of global ICS asset and network exposure
Sectoral targets and attacks as well as the cost of ransom
Global APT activity, AI usage, actor and tactic profiles, and implications
Rise in volumes of AI-powered cyberattacks
Major cyber events in 2024
Malware and malicious payload trends
Cyberattack types and targets
Vulnerability exploit attempts on CVEs
Attacks on counties – USA
Expansion of bot farms – how, where, and why
In-depth analysis of the cyber threat landscape across North America, South America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East
Why are attacks on smart factories rising?
Cyber risk predictions
Axis of attacks – Europe
Systemic attacks in the Middle East
Download the full report from here:
https://sectrio.com/resources/ot-threat-landscape-reports/sectrio-releases-ot-ics-and-iot-security-threat-landscape-report-2024/
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 4. In this session, we will cover Test Manager overview along with SAP heatmap.
The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into SAP testing best practices
2. Heatmap utilization for testing
3. Optimization of testing processes
4. Demo
Topics covered:
Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
SAP heatmap example with demo
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
Essentials of Automations: Optimizing FME Workflows with ParametersSafe Software
Are you looking to streamline your workflows and boost your projects’ efficiency? Do you find yourself searching for ways to add flexibility and control over your FME workflows? If so, you’re in the right place.
Join us for an insightful dive into the world of FME parameters, a critical element in optimizing workflow efficiency. This webinar marks the beginning of our three-part “Essentials of Automation” series. This first webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to utilize parameters effectively: enhancing the flexibility, maintainability, and user control of your FME projects.
Here’s what you’ll gain:
- Essentials of FME Parameters: Understand the pivotal role of parameters, including Reader/Writer, Transformer, User, and FME Flow categories. Discover how they are the key to unlocking automation and optimization within your workflows.
- Practical Applications in FME Form: Delve into key user parameter types including choice, connections, and file URLs. Allow users to control how a workflow runs, making your workflows more reusable. Learn to import values and deliver the best user experience for your workflows while enhancing accuracy.
- Optimization Strategies in FME Flow: Explore the creation and strategic deployment of parameters in FME Flow, including the use of deployment and geometry parameters, to maximize workflow efficiency.
- Pro Tips for Success: Gain insights on parameterizing connections and leveraging new features like Conditional Visibility for clarity and simplicity.
We’ll wrap up with a glimpse into future webinars, followed by a Q&A session to address your specific questions surrounding this topic.
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your FME expertise and drive your projects to new heights of efficiency.
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
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Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
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Watch this recorded webinar about real-time monitoring of application performance. See how to integrate Apache JMeter, the open-source leader in performance testing, with InfluxDB, the open-source time-series database, and Grafana, the open-source analytics and visualization application.
In this webinar, we will review the benefits of leveraging InfluxDB and Grafana when executing load tests and demonstrate how these tools are used to visualize performance metrics.
Length: 30 minutes
Session Overview
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During this webinar, we will cover the following topics while demonstrating the integrations of JMeter, InfluxDB and Grafana:
- What out-of-the-box solutions are available for real-time monitoring JMeter tests?
- What are the benefits of integrating InfluxDB and Grafana into the load testing stack?
- Which features are provided by Grafana?
- Demonstration of InfluxDB and Grafana using a practice web application
To view the webinar recording, go to:
https://www.rttsweb.com/jmeter-integration-webinar
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After immersing yourself in the blue book and its red counterpart, attending DDD-focused conferences, and applying tactical patterns, you're left with a crucial question: How do I ensure my design is effective? Tactical patterns within Domain-Driven Design (DDD) serve as guiding principles for creating clear and manageable domain models. However, achieving success with these patterns requires additional guidance. Interestingly, we've observed that a set of constraints initially designed for training purposes remarkably aligns with effective pattern implementation, offering a more ‘mechanical’ approach. Let's explore together how Object Calisthenics can elevate the design of your tactical DDD patterns, offering concrete help for those venturing into DDD for the first time!
GraphRAG is All You need? LLM & Knowledge GraphGuy Korland
Guy Korland, CEO and Co-founder of FalkorDB, will review two articles on the integration of language models with knowledge graphs.
1. Unifying Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs: A Roadmap.
https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08302
2. Microsoft Research's GraphRAG paper and a review paper on various uses of knowledge graphs:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/graphrag-unlocking-llm-discovery-on-narrative-private-data/
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
5. What is IOT?
Definition (1) The Internet of Things, also called
The Internet of Objects, refers to a wireless
network between objects, usually the network will
be wireless and selfconfiguring, such as household
appliances. ------Wikipedia (2) By embedding
short-range mobile transceivers into a wide array
of additional gadgets and everyday items, enabling
new forms of communication between people and
things, and between things themselves. ------WSIS
2005
6. What is IOT?
Definition (3) The term "Internet of Things" has
come to describe a number of technologies and
research disciplines that enable the Internet to
reach out into the real world of physical objects.
------IoT 2008 (4) “Things having identities and
virtual personalities operating in smart spaces
using intelligent interfaces to connect and
communicate within social, environmental, and
user contexts”. -------IoT in 2020
7.
8. Why Do I Need It?
Shipped defaults are not optimized for security
Users need ease-of-use
Programmers want convenience
and
Neither groks security
9. M2M and IOT
M2M=IOT
But
the industry reserves the M2M moniker for more
industrial type applications where there is little
human involvement, and includes most consumer
applications under the broader umbrella term of
The Internet of Things
10. Product and discription
Radios Chips that provide connectivity based on various radio protocols
Sensors Chips that can measure various environmental/electrical variables
Microcontrollers Processors/Storage that allow low-cost intelligence on
a chip
Modules Combine radios, sensors, microcontrollers in a single package
Platform Software Software that activates, monitors, analyzes device
network
Application Software Presents information in usable/analyzable
format for end user
Device Integrates modules with app software into a usable form factor
Airtime Use of licensed or unlicensed spectrum for communications
Service Deploying/Managing/Supporting IoT solution
11. Solutions Enabled by IoT
Fleet Tracking: to save on fuel, downtime, maintenance &
to measure driver behavior, route optimization, engine
diagnostic, tire pressure, etc. A great example of an
extreme deployment is UPS, which measures over 200
variables on each truck through the use of sensors and
wireless connectivity.
12. Home Automation
is the concept of being able to monitor, manage,
control, and automate just about every piece of
electronics in your home, such as your TV, music
system, lighting, thermostat, appliances, video
surveillance, door locks, etc.
13.
14. Connected Car
Since 1980: original analog cell phone were sold
embedded devices within automobile
1980-2000: various telematics applications ,
including automatic crash notification, stolen
vehicle assistance, diagnostics, and turn-by-turn
directions
.
.
.
LTE connectivity & infotainment systems & New
applications include remote downloading of
mapping/traffic information and streaming digital
music and video
24. Industrial Tank Monitoring
This solution allows for the monitoring of material
levels, temperature, and other data from remote
storage tanks in the oil/gas, agriculture, and
environmental services industries
31. Sensors: The True Magic of the
IoT
vendors includes micro-
electromechanical systems (MEMS)
based sensors●
optical sensors
●
ambient light sensors,●
gesture sensors
●
proximity sensors●
touch sensors,●
fingerprint sensors and more
Editor's Notes
There are chipset vendors, module vendors, device vendors, and software vendors, and in some cases these are all one in the same. The table below highlights the value chain of technology companies that need to come together to make a solution for a commercial fleet operator, and gives only a small subset of each player in specific areas of the value chain.
Airtime Providers AT&T, Verizon, Kore Telematics, ORBCOMM
Software Applications Trimble, Omnitracs, MiX Telematics, TomTom
Device Vendors Digi International, Trimble, TomTom
Cellular Module Vendors Sierra Wireless, Gemalto, Telit
Cellular Radio Vendor QUALCOMM, ST Ericsson, Intel
smart home,,,,, grow to nearly 20 million home by 2017…which excludes the high-end luxury market…. likes of Control4, Savant, Crestron, AMX, and others that sell for thousands of dollars and can control just about every electronic device in your home. Then there are point solutions from appliance vendors such as Nest Labs with its thermostat and smoke detector offerings, Logitech’s Harmony remote controls, NETGEAR’s video surveillance products, Lutron lighting products, Sonos music streaming systems, Kwikset’s remote locks, etc. Finally, there are service providers such as AT&T, Comcast, ADT, and others that use cloud-based control software from vendors such as iControl and alarm.com to offer home automation of security, lighting, and thermostats for a monthly fee.
Additionally, each appliance connects to a control system or the Internet in its own unique way. For extreme low power needs, Zigbee modules are generally used, while for higher bandwidth applications Wi-Fi tends to be used, and HDMI and various audio Input/Output (I/O) networking standards are used for connecting TVs and audio systems. This means that there are a number of chip types and vendors that sell into the home automation market.
One could argue that the connected car has been around since the 1980s when many original analog cell phones were sold as embedded devices within automobiles. This advanced in the late 1990s and early 2000s with the advent of various telematics applications such as OnStar’s suite of services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle assistance, diagnostics, and turn-by-turn directions. The automobile industry appears to be making a quantum leap forward as increasingly new models will be sold with embedded LTE connectivity and much higher end infotainment systems that will basically serve as a computing hub for the car. New applications include remote downloading of mapping/traffic information and streaming digital music and video. Over a five- to ten-year time frame, LTE connectivity enables driverless car concepts either fully or partially, although with fully automated driving scenarios requiring 50GB of data every hour, based on data from Infonetics, we doubt whether this will be a mass market application near term.
The automobile industry’s term for the onboard computer that provides the interface for users to interact with applications is the “infotainment console.” Historically, these infotainment consoles replaced knobs and buttons with a touch screen featuring navigation and audio apps as well as Bluetooth connectivity to speak on your cell phone through the speakers in the car. Leading Infotainment vendor Harman estimates that the in-car infotainment market, or essentially the market for computers inside the car, is about $10 billion annually today, and growing ~8% annually as price points come down and attach rates increase. Current attach rates in the western world for infotainment are about 20%, with ASPs ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 wholesale ($2,000+ as an add-on at retail), but the industry expects the applications driven by always-connected infotainment systems to propel much higher adoption in the future. Since infotainment vendors are largely sourcing all the hardware components and much of the embedded software, gross margins and operating margins in the business tend to be relatively low (~20% gross, ~5-10% operating).
It will be likely that connecting the car will happen even without infotainment systems in some cases as well. The European Commission is expected to have an eCall service, its nomenclature for automatic crash notification, throughout the EU by 2015, with the potential to require cellular connectivity in cars to enable such initiative.
In terms of the value chain automobile companies themselves. They typically outsource infotainment solutions to third-parand players involved in the connected car market, one has to start with the ty suppliers such as Harman, Denso, Continental, Microsoft, and others, most of whom sell a broad range of auto parts. In most cases the infotainment suppliers source the underlying components (hard drives, processors, voice recognition, etc.) and write their own applications such as turn-by-turn directions, music apps, etc. Apps Vendors Apple, Nokia, Garmin, Nuance, Microsoft, Google
Infotainment Systems Vendors
Harman, Continental, Denso, TomTom, Garmin
Automobile OEMs Toyota, Ford, BMW, Audi, Honda
Chips
Texas Instruments, NXP, Sierra Wireless, Gemalto, QUALCOMM, Broadcom
Philips
Philips has a number of telehealth initiatives that it sells to health care providers globally. The company’s TeleStation transmits vital sign data from the patient at home to the health care provider. It also offers a number of wireless monitoring devices, enabling the transmission of a number of vital data, such as weight, blood pressure, pulse, ECG data, blood glucose, etc., to health care providers. Another way that Phillips is adding value to solutions through connectivity is its eICU suite of solutions, which allows a centralized staffed center of doctors and nurses to monitor in real time remote intensive care units to help solve a chronic shortage of health care givers in ICU environment
Precipitation Monitoring
Trimble sells what is in effect a high tech rain gauge, with more accurate measurements of rainfall. The RainWave solution sends the data to the Internet and illustrates the data in easy-to-read and informative charts available to the farmer.
Irrigation Monitoring
Through its subsidiary, IQ irrigation, Trimble effectively wireless connects irrigation systems, and allows farmers to control these systems remotely over the Internet or, through an algorithm, recommends the correct irrigation amounts based on crop, terrain, etc.
Field Monitoring
Trimble allows farmers to visualize real-time yields and field activity (fertilizing, seeding, etc.) to an online dashboard.
The Connected Construction Site
Construction is another industry that is being radically altered by the Internet of Things, and also happens to be another vertical market where Trimble has pushed the boundaries of connectivity and productivity technology solutions. Starting with a dominant position in optical and laser-based surveying instruments, Trimble and others have moved into connecting everything within a construction site.
Machine Control
In its simplest form, Trimble connects bulldozers, compactors, piling systems, paving machines, and other machines to a wireless network, allowing for more efficient and accurate use of the asset. Trimble estimates that connected machines save as much as 43% of fuel costs.
Machine Monitoring
Sensors inside machines can monitor payload and diagnose maintenance issues, and wirelessly send this data to the construction office, allowing more efficient asset utilization.
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Fleet Tracking for Construction
Construction sites have their own fleet tracking issues, and much like in the long-haul or short-haul trucking market, niche fleets such as cement mixers can generate a high ROI by connecting and monitoring their fleets.
Connected Tools
Connecting just about any tool on a worksite, combined with geofencing, can warn managers when tools leave the construction site and allow a better understanding of hours of operation and requisite maintenance needs.
remotely managing switches, collection of fares through handheld devices and kiosks, and monitoring engine performance. One interesting solution is for monitoring trains carrying Toxic Inhalation Hazard (TIH) chemicals. Through the use of a security camera and sensors, the solution can track the exact location of the toxic asset, and in the case of a leak, derailment, or any kind of impact, can stream visual evidence in real time to the rail car operator.
OmniSite makes an M2M solution for waste water management at landfills. The solution allows managers to receive alarms wirelessly whenever an anomaly occurs at a facility, and allows for controlling waste water pumps and the ability to turn them off and on in real time. It also provides the ability to analyze a number of inputs from sensors throughout the landfill, giving the manager a real time holistic view of the landfill. At right is an illustration from Digi International, which offers a solution for managing water levels for numerous end markets
All Traffic Solutions provides traffic safety signs around the world that are preconfigured with wireless connectivity. Municipalities use the data captured from these signs in real time to understand traffic patterns across their geographic area and to improve road safety.
ATMs have been wirelessly enabled for many years now, and especially in the case of portability this brings big benefits to ATM providers and their bank customers. Wirelessly-enabled ATMs can now easily be brought in during conventions or festivals when a population is likely to swell materially, and information on remaining cash can make the restocking of ATMs more efficient.
Locus Traxx provides a wireless system that monitors and tracks temperature and status of refrigerated trucks, providing instant alerts based on pre-set conditions, and allowing for temperature anomalies to be changed in real time, limiting the spoilage of perishable goods.
Parking lots can be monitored actively with occupancy sensors to measure how many available parking spots exist, and where, and ventilation system sensors to measure air quality.
Digi International sells an M2M solution to monitor industrial tanks that can be filled with any liquid, solid, or gas. This solution allows for the monitoring of material levels, temperature, and other data from remote storage tanks in the oil/gas, agriculture, and environmental services industries, and for this data to be sent wirelessly to a centralized application for real time monitoring. The illustration below shows the example of a brewery utilizing remote monitoring.
The warehouse is a key ingredient to most companies’ supply chain, and it is becoming more and more automated and efficient. Increasingly, pallets and packages are wireless tracked from the time they enter the warehouse, are put into inventory, and then “picked” for the appropriate order to be shipped out. Historically, this was a very labor intensive process, which utilized bar codes and scanners with only modest automation. Increasingly, RFID tags and readers combined with Wi-Fi with location awareness are being adopted to limit the labor intensity of the warehouse and improve the efficiency of the picking process.
These chips effectively detect changes in the environment, creating the information that is ultimately transmitted via a wireless chip and interpreted through application software to create an IoT solution. Sensors or sensor networks (Smart Dust, Mesh Networks, etc.) can provide feedback about numerous physical phenomena including inertia, gravity, light, pressure, temperature, humidity, chemical composition, time, heart rate, glucose, distance traveled, etc.
One of the more interesting sensor categories is MEMS-based sensors, which are creating new applications and taking share from more legacy sensor technologies. MEMS sensors have come down in price from $10 to $1 for many devices and in size down to 2mm x 2mm squared or smaller, which has dramatically improved MEMS adoption over the last several years. MEMS devices can be manufactured in CMOS processes, allowing them to become increasingly cost efficient and smaller going forward as well. Another critical factor driving MEMS adoption is that MEMS devices can easily be incorporated into electronic systems. All sensors ultimately need to be attached to analog-to-digital converters (and other analog devices) so that the information they have collected can be turned into a signal that can be digitally processed. MEMS sensors, given their small size and manufacturing, can be easily packaged with or integrated with an analog-to-digital converter, leading to lower overall module cost.