A Perspective on IoT: Utilizations, Obstacles, and Prospects Through a Chinese Lens

A Perspective on IoT: Utilizations, Obstacles, and Prospects Through a Chinese Lens

Sourabh D. Khanaj1, Smita Darbastwar2

PG Scholar1, Assistant Professor2

1,2DKTE Society's Textile & Engineering Institute (An Empowered Autonomous Institute), Ichalkaranji

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Abstract - This paper delves into the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT), which envisions a vast network encompassing billions or even trillions of interconnected "Things" communicating with one another. It addresses the array of technical and application hurdles confronting this burgeoning field. Specifically, it presents an overview of IoT development in China, encompassing governmental policies, research and development initiatives, practical applications, and standardization efforts. From the Chinese perspective, the paper outlines challenges related to technology, application implementation, and standardization, proposing an inclusive and adaptable IoT architecture comprising three platforms to tackle these challenges. Furthermore, it discusses the potential and prospects of IoT.

Index terms - Internet of Things (IoT), IoT applications, IoT architecture, IoT challenges, and IoT standardization.