INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) APPLICATIONS IN SMART CITIES: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Authors

  • Dr. Hassan Raza Department of Computer Science, National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST-NUCES), Islamabad, Pakistan Author

Keywords:

Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Urban Infrastructure, Data Privacy, Interoperability

Abstract

Smart cities leverage Internet of Things (IoT) technology to enhance urban living through real-time data collection, processing, and automation. This paper explores the diverse applications of IoT in smart city infrastructures including traffic management, public safety, energy efficiency, waste management, and environmental monitoring. We discuss the unique challenges faced by developing countries like Pakistan in implementing IoT-driven smart cities, such as infrastructure limitations, data privacy concerns, and interoperability issues. The study also highlights opportunities for technological innovation, policy development, and sustainable urban growth enabled by IoT. Empirical insights and survey data from Pakistani metropolitan areas are analyzed to provide a roadmap for future IoT integration in smart city projects.

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Published

2022-08-04

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 8 (2022): Zonal Journal of Researcher's Inventory

Section

Articles