Interconnecting Smart Objects with IP: The Next Internet

by Jean-Philippe Vasseur

Interconnecting Smart Objects with The Next Internet explains why the Internet Protocol (IP) has become the protocol of choice for smart object networks. IP has successfully demonstrated the ability to interconnect billions of digital systems on the global Internet and in private IP networks. Once smart objects can be easily interconnected, a whole new class of smart object systems can begin to evolve. The book discusses how IP-based smart object networks are being designed and deployed. The book is organized into three parts. Part 1 demonstrates why the IP architecture is well suited to smart object networks, in contrast to non-IP based sensor network or other proprietary systems that interconnect to IP networks (e.g. the public Internet of private IP networks) via hard-to-manage and expensive multi-protocol translation gateways that scale poorly. Part 2 examines protocols and algorithms, including smart objects and the low power link layers technologies used in these networks. Part 3 describes the following smart object network smart grid, industrial automation, smart cities and urban networks, home automation, building automation, structural health monitoring, and container tracking.

432 pages, Paperback

First published June 15, 2010

Reviews

[Bernie4444 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some of the best books tell you what you already know

Many times a book is useful if you know the subject but want a different point of view or maybe some holes filled in, in your knowledge. This is one of those books. As with any subject, the first chapter is a general overview of mostly TCP/IP and its derivatives. We see their function, strong points, and weak. We get basic network concepts. They are simple enough for neophytes but may prove a bit boring to the average user.

The book then breaks more into speculation than actual practical application. However, you will get the practical part as you purchase the items. My vehicle’s SYNC system is already proving an interesting challenge. It intercepted a phone number that was not on the list and asked if I wanted my complete contact list downloaded. Meters, thermostats, and whatnots wait for you to tell them what to do or anticipate your wishes. You cannot let the air out of your tires without the car turning you in to the dealer for abuse. And everything is tied to your iPhone.

In any event, the book is well structured and can be used as a fundamental textbook and future reference.

[Jim · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the best practical book I have found that discusses the Internet of Things and the technology that backs it. It is a starter book that gives an end to end view of the problem and the current state of the solutions.