Internet of Things(IoT)

• IoT Technologies

• 802.11 (wifi)

  • operates as infrastructure or ad hoc

• Bluetooth

  • Low energy use variant of Bluetooth which allows for a mesh network

• RFID

  • Uses electromagnetic fields to read data stored in embedded tags

• NFC

  • Enables two electronic devices to communicate within a 4cm range

• Infrared(IR)

  • Operates with line of sight

• Z-Wave

  • Provides short-range, low-latency data transfer at rates and power consumption lower than wifi.

  • Used primarily for home automation

• Ant+

  • Collection and transfer fo sensor data

  • Used with remote control systems (tire pressure, TVs, lights)