Internet of things: Single-board computers

Abstract

The present can be regarded as the start of the Internet of Things (IoT) era. IoT covers the utilization of sensors and near-field communication hardware such as RFID or NFC, together with embedded computing devices. The devices can range from cell phones to RFID readers, GPS devices to tablets, embedded control systems in cars to weather stations. In an IoT environment, a door would have the ability to connect with the fire alarm, or your chair would communicate with your home lights, or a car would communicate with the parking space. In the context of this book, we focus on single-board computers (SBCs) as the main IoT hardware components for acquiring and presenting indoor information. This chapter elaborates on different types of SBCs that can be used for acquiring and presenting information regarding building elements, indoor equipment and indoor spaces. © The Author(s) 2015.