Edge computing (EC) allows data generated by the Internet of Things (IoT) to be processed near its source, rather than sending the data great distances, to data centers or a cloud. More specifically, edge computing uses a network of micro-data stations to process or store the data locally, within a range of 100 square feet. […]
Data Is the Driver of NASCAR and F1, and NoSQL Is on Pole
Click to learn more about author Daniel Foulkes Leon. Speed and power are driving the adoption of NoSQL technologies in Motorsports. When it comes to racing and speed, the objectives of Formula 1 and NASCAR teams are the same. Winning. And they aim to do so by having the fastest car, recruiting the most skilled […]
The Internet of Things: Architecture, Edge Computing, Use Cases, and the Future
The Internet of Things (IoT) is not, by itself, a technology. The IoT is the “concept” of connecting electrical devices to the internet. This includes smartphones, washing machines, coffee makers, lamps, and wearable devices. The IoT also applies to the components of machines, such as jet engines or the drills of oil rigs, and is […]
Carl Data Launches Astra AirSafe Sensor With Multiple Pilots
According to a recent press release, “Carl Data Solutions Inc., is pleased to announce that Astra Smart Systems Inc. is launching its new AirSafe environmental sensor, with concurrent pilots in multiple industries. According to a recent study by Market Future Research, the environmental monitoring market is predicted to reach USD $19.56B by 2022. Astra AirSafe […]
IoT in the Global Agriculture Market Growths Substantially
In a recent press release, Research and Markets announced their predictions for IoT in the Global Agriculture Market, from 2018-2023. With the coming of information and communication technologies, the farming industry has witnessing a new evolutionary phase. IoT technologies have thoroughly transformed the world of agriculture by offering decision support systems. IoT in agriculture comes […]
Your Personal Data is Up for Grabs: New Patents & New Scams Compromise Data Privacy
Click to learn more about author Cathy Nolan. How many ways can our privacy be compromised? Recent patents and news articles can make us crazy thinking about how our privacy is being invaded both at work and in our homes. First it was Amazon’s Echo and KitchenAid’s refrigerators recording what we said and transmitting it so […]
LocoRobo Innovations Launches My Loopy, a Tiny Social Robot with a Quirky AI Personality
LocoRobo Innovations recent press release states, “Straight from the planet Loopitron (aka the lab at LocoRobo Innovations, a robotics company based in Philadelphia), My Loopy, a tiny robot with a big and quirky personality, launched on Kickstarter today. Loopy is a social robot who loves to interact with his human companions. He uses Artificial Intelligence […]
Quanergy Releases Qortex, Perception Software Platform for LiDAR Technology
by Angela Guess A recent press release states, “Quanergy, the leading provider of solid state LiDAR sensors and smart sensing solutions, today introduced Qortex™, a core, proprietary perception software platform compatible with Quanergy’s full suite of LiDAR sensors. With the release of Qortex, Quanergy is now the only LiDAR manufacturer to commercially produce an integrated […]
What Is The Internet of Things (IoT)?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a: “System using multiple technologies, ranging from the Internet to wireless communication and from micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) to embedded systems. The traditional fields of automation (including the automation of buildings and homes), wireless sensor networks, GPS, control systems, and others.” Other Definitions of IOT include: “A more comprehensive view […]
SensePeanut Launch to Drastically Simplify Connected Life Functionality
by Angela Guess A new press release reports, “Sen.se, an early pioneer of the Internet of Things industry, has unveiled SensePeanut™, an innovative range of smart intuitive sensors designed to bring affordable, easy-to-use connected life functionality to the masses. Already known for its Mother smart home platform, SensePeanuts are individual sensors tags, each designed to […]