The continuous growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming communication networks into complex ecosystems where sensors, devices, and intelligent systems interact seamlessly. This Special Issue of Sensors, entitled “Advancements and Challenges in IoT Communication Technologies for a Connected World”, has been conceived to highlight recent progress in this rapidly evolving field, with an emphasis on innovative solutions that address both fundamental challenges and practical applications. The collected contributions span a wide range of topics at the intersection of sensing, communication, and intelligence. Several research articles investigate how IoT technologies can be leveraged in diverse contexts, from healthcare monitoring and elderly assistance to industrial process optimization and connected mobility. Other works explore critical communication aspects, such as secure outsourcing with leakage resilience, anomaly traffic detection, and the extension of ultra-wideband ranging coverage. Advances in electromagnetic design are also represented, with studies on sustainable terahertz SWIPT through reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and reviews of flexible phased antenna arrays, paving the way for green and adaptive 6G IoT networks. Complementary investigations highlight the role of edge AI, low-power platforms, and anomaly detection strategies for real-time decision-making in smart infrastructures. In addition to original research, this Special Issue includes comprehensive reviews and systematic studies. These contributions provide an in-depth perspective on state-of-the-art solutions and emerging trends in areas such as IoT-driven irrigation management, driver monitoring systems, and decentralized frameworks for IoT applications. Together, the works collected here reflect the breadth of innovation occurring at the frontier of IoT communication technologies and their enabling role in smart agriculture, smart cities, and next-generation industrial systems. On behalf of the Guest Editors, I would like to warmly thank all authors for their valuable contributions and the reviewers for their constructive feedback, which greatly enhanced the quality of this collection. We are also grateful to the Sensors editorial team for their professional support throughout the process. We hope that this Special Issue will inspire researchers and practitioners to further explore the opportunities and challenges of IoT communication technologies, ultimately contributing to the realization of a more connected, efficient, and sustainable world
Advancements and Challenges in IoT Communication Technologies for a Connected World
Andrea Ria
2025-01-01
Abstract
The continuous growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming communication networks into complex ecosystems where sensors, devices, and intelligent systems interact seamlessly. This Special Issue of Sensors, entitled “Advancements and Challenges in IoT Communication Technologies for a Connected World”, has been conceived to highlight recent progress in this rapidly evolving field, with an emphasis on innovative solutions that address both fundamental challenges and practical applications. The collected contributions span a wide range of topics at the intersection of sensing, communication, and intelligence. Several research articles investigate how IoT technologies can be leveraged in diverse contexts, from healthcare monitoring and elderly assistance to industrial process optimization and connected mobility. Other works explore critical communication aspects, such as secure outsourcing with leakage resilience, anomaly traffic detection, and the extension of ultra-wideband ranging coverage. Advances in electromagnetic design are also represented, with studies on sustainable terahertz SWIPT through reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and reviews of flexible phased antenna arrays, paving the way for green and adaptive 6G IoT networks. Complementary investigations highlight the role of edge AI, low-power platforms, and anomaly detection strategies for real-time decision-making in smart infrastructures. In addition to original research, this Special Issue includes comprehensive reviews and systematic studies. These contributions provide an in-depth perspective on state-of-the-art solutions and emerging trends in areas such as IoT-driven irrigation management, driver monitoring systems, and decentralized frameworks for IoT applications. Together, the works collected here reflect the breadth of innovation occurring at the frontier of IoT communication technologies and their enabling role in smart agriculture, smart cities, and next-generation industrial systems. On behalf of the Guest Editors, I would like to warmly thank all authors for their valuable contributions and the reviewers for their constructive feedback, which greatly enhanced the quality of this collection. We are also grateful to the Sensors editorial team for their professional support throughout the process. We hope that this Special Issue will inspire researchers and practitioners to further explore the opportunities and challenges of IoT communication technologies, ultimately contributing to the realization of a more connected, efficient, and sustainable worldI documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
