College of Engineering

UAA College of Engineering

Decentralized IoT Communication for Efficient and Secure Data Sharing

A project led by Masoumeh Heidari Kapourchali
Decentralized IoT Communication for Efficient and Secure Data Sharing
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Revolutionizing IoT: Decentralized Communication for Faster, Safer Data Sharing

Empowering IoT Devices with Direct Communication for Enhanced Efficiency and Security
The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming industries by connecting devices like sensors, monitors, and machines to create smarter systems. However, traditional IoT setups rely heavily on centralized hubs, which can slow down response times and expose sensitive data to security risks.

Our project, Decentralized IoT Communication for Efficient and Secure Data Sharing, introduces a groundbreaking model where IoT devices communicate directly with one another. By bypassing central hubs, this approach significantly enhances system efficiency, responsiveness, and data security.

For instance, in a healthcare scenario, a heart rate monitor detecting an irregularity can instantly signal a blood pressure cuff to perform a check. This real-time interaction facilitates immediate medical intervention, potentially saving lives. Beyond healthcare, this decentralized model can be applied to industrial automation, smart infrastructure, and other sectors requiring fast and reliable decision-making.

Key benefits of this approach include:

  • Improved Efficiency: Devices interact directly, reducing latency and enabling quicker actions.

  • Enhanced Security: Sensitive data remains localized, minimizing exposure during transmission.

  • Versatility: Applicable across various industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and smart cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main goal is to implement a decentralized communication model for IoT devices, allowing them to communicate directly with each other without relying on a central hub. This approach aims to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and data security in IoT systems.

Traditional IoT systems often use a centralized hub for device communication. Our project enables direct device-to-device communication, reducing latency and enhancing security by minimizing data transmission across the network.

In a healthcare scenario, if a heart rate monitor detects an irregularity, it can directly signal a blood pressure cuff to perform a check, without going through a central system. This allows for immediate response and potential medical intervention.

  • Improved efficiency and faster response times

  • Enhanced data security

  • Reduced network traffic

  • Increased system reliability

  • Versatility across various industries

  • Healthcare

  • Industrial automation

  • Smart infrastructure

  • Smart cities

  • Agriculture

  • Home automation

By enabling direct device-to-device communication, sensitive data remains localized and is transmitted less frequently over the network, reducing potential exposure to security threats.

The project is led by Masoumeh Heidari Kapourchali.