Special Issue Information

Today, our built environment, spanning from buildings and infrastructure to urban spaces, is undergoing a profound transformation driven by the integration of digital technologies. In this context, the Internet of Things (IoT) serves as an integral element of digital twins, seamlessly integrating real-world data into virtual representations. As such, the continuous flow of information from IoT devices empowers digital twins to offer a holistic view of the built environment, facilitating dynamic monitoring, analysis, and optimization of diverse systems and processes in real time. Furthermore, as the machine learning revolution gains momentum within the built environment, IoT infrastructure becomes an invaluable source of rich, high-quality data. This data fuels the development and refinement of advanced machine learning models, driving enhancements and optimizations that uplift our built environment to new heights.

The special issue is dedicated to exploring cutting-edge research in IoT-enabled environments, leveraging the transformative power of IoT and digital technologies. Our goal is to investigate dynamic, responsive, and interconnected spaces that enhance human experiences, foster sustainability, and drive innovation within the built environment, encompassing smart environments such as smart cities and smart buildings.

Potential topics of interest include but are not limited to:

● Integration of IoT for Smart Building Management Systems 
● Real-time Monitoring and Control in Smart Cities Using IoT 
● Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Through IoT in Building Operations 
● IoT-enabled Smart Homes: Innovations and Challenges 
● Security and Privacy Considerations in IoT Deployments for Built Environments 
● Sensor Networks and Data Analytics for Building Performance Optimization 
● Human-centric Design and Operation of IoT-enabled Environments 
● IoT Applications for Enhancing Urban Services 
● Edge Computing and Fog Computing for IoT in Built Environments 
● IoT-driven Environmental Monitoring and Management in Built Environments 
● Case Studies and Best Practices in IoT Implementation for the Built Environment 
● Application of Data Spaces in the Context of IoT-enabled Built Environments 
● Future Trends and Emerging Technologies in IoT for Built Environments

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