Section outline

  • What is IoT and Why It Matters in Robotics

    Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of physical devices—like sensors, machines, or robots—that are connected to the internet and can send or receive data. These smart devices can collect, share, and act on data in real time.

    • 🔹 Key Concepts

      • Things: Devices like robots, sensors, lights, and appliances.
      • Internet: The connection that allows these devices to communicate globally.
      • Data: The real-time information that these devices collect, send, and act upon.

      💡 Why Does IoT Matter in Robotics?

      • Robots become smarter when they can access cloud data.
      • IoT helps robots interact with users and other machines over long distances.
      • Real-time updates make robots adaptable and responsive to changes.

    • 📦 Everyday Examples of IoT

      • Smart thermostats adjusting room temperature based on user behavior
      • Wearable fitness trackers sending health data to mobile apps
      • Smart fridges that send alerts when food items are low

      🤖 IoT in Robotics

      • Remote monitoring of robot activities (e.g., surveillance bots)
      • Sending sensor data (e.g., temperature, motion) to the cloud
      • Receiving commands from smartphones or cloud services

      Summary: IoT makes robots smarter, connected, and more useful. In the next sections, we will explore the hardware that enables IoT in robotics.