IoT (Internet of Things) refers to the network of physical objects — “things” — embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that enable them to collect and exchange data over the internet.
Devices + Connectivity + Data = Smart, Autonomous Systems
IoT Simplified Flow
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Sensors/devices collect data (e.g., temperature, motion, GPS)
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Connectivity sends that data to the cloud (via Wi-Fi, 5G, etc.)
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Processing happens in cloud/edge devices (analyze/decide)
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Action is taken (notify user, trigger another device, store logs)
🧠 IoT + AI = Intelligence at the Edge
AI + IoT = AIoT
Use machine learning to:
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Predict equipment failure
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Detect anomalies
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Optimize energy usage
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Power voice/vision interfaces
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Enable autonomous behavior
