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For instance, in a smart home, IoT devices like thermostats, security cameras, and smart lights can be controlled
remotely via a smartphone app. Similarly, in Indian agriculture, smart irrigation systems monitor soil moisture
levels and weather conditions to optimise water usage.
Growth of IoT
The growth of IoT has been remarkable over the past decade,
driven by advancements in technology such as affordable sensors,
availability of high-speed Internet, 5G networks, and Artificial
Intelligence (AI). IoT has become a cornerstone of modern
technology, impacting industries like healthcare, manufacturing,
agriculture and transportation.
In India, the growth of IoT is fuelled by government initiatives like
the Digital India program and smart city projects. For instance,
smart cities like Pune and Bengaluru are leveraging IoT for efficient
traffic management and energy conservation. Bengaluru’s smart
streetlights, equipped with IoT sensors, automatically adjust brightness based on traffic and pedestrian
activity, leading to energy savings. Similarly, IoT-enabled waste management systems in cities like Indore use
sensors to monitor garbage bins and optimise collection schedules.
Globally, the adoption of IoT has surged due to its integration with cloud computing and AI. In healthcare, IoT
has facilitated the development of remote patient monitoring systems, such as wearable devices that track
heart rate and alert doctors in case of emergencies.
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IoT has significantly impacted the industrial sector, with companies like Bajaj Auto and Tata Steel
using sensors for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring to enhance efficiency and reduce
costs.
IoT has grown in consumer electronics, with companies like Xiaomi and Samsung offering affordable smart
home devices. As IoT continues to evolve, its impact is expected to grow exponentially, making it an integral
part of both personal and industrial ecosystems.
So, the factors driving the growth of IoT include:
Rise in demand for automation
Increase in big data usage for data management
Growing research in cloud computing platforms
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are becoming more prevalent
Increasing government projects for smart cities and 5G technologies
Projections estimate that by 2030, there will be over 25 billion IoT devices in use worldwide, contributing to
smarter cities, efficient industries, and enhanced lifestyles.
Do you know?
Kevin Ashton, a computer scientist, created the term “Internet of Things” in 1999 while working for Procter
& Gamble. Ashton proposed using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips to track products as they
moved through the supply chain. He presented his concept in a presentation titled “The Internet of Things”.
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