IoT Sensor-Node Generic Metamodel Supporting Real Time Device Emulation
Year: 2025
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: The development of smart cities is increasingly driven by the Internet of Things (IoT), which introduces significant data flows and scalability challenges for urban networks. Integrating new sensors into large-scale, cost-effective, and sustainable infrastructures can disrupt existing network architectures. This paper presents a generic IoT sensor-node metamodel that supports the description and emulation of various sensor-node types, forming the foundation for a flexible emulation platform tailored to urban environments. The proposed solution includes a hardware and software architecture optimized for star topologies, employing low-cost, energy-efficient components, and a Bluetooth-enabled configuration framework. The approach addresses key challenges such as accurate device behavior replication, scalability, and security [1], and is adaptable to emerging connectivity standards including LoRaWAN and NB-IoT. By providing a robust platform for testing and emulation in real-world conditions, this work addresses a critical gap in the development and validation of IoT systems for smart cities. A prototype implementation demonstrates the feasibility and effectiveness of the solution, supporting the rapid deployment of reliable urban IoT applications [2].
Authors: Pedro dos Santos, Rogério Campos-Rebelo, Rui Mesquita
Institution: Universidade Politécnica de Beja
Language: English
Topic: IoT Networks and Protocols
Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4413320803