Call for Chapters: Battery-Free Sensor Networks for Sustainable Next-Generation IoT Connectivity

Editors

G. S. Karthick, PSG College of Arts & Science, India

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: August 8, 2024
Full Chapters Due: October 3, 2024
Submission Date: October 3, 2024

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT), connectivity is the linchpin that binds the myriad of devices, sensors, and systems, enabling seamless communication and data exchange. As the number of IoT devices continues to proliferate, the demand for sustainable and energy-efficient solutions has become paramount. The traditional reliance on battery-powered sensors poses significant challenges, including environmental concerns related to battery disposal, maintenance overheads, and the limitations of battery life. To address these issues, the concept of battery-free sensor networks has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation, offering a pathway towards a more sustainable and efficient IoT ecosystem. Battery-free wireless sensor network (BF-WSN) (including energy harvesting network and energy rechargeable network) is a new network architecture that has been proposed in recent years to solve the lifetime limitation problem of conventional WSNs. Battery-free sensor nodes can harvest energy from environmental energy resources or artificial power stations. Thus, the lifetime of a BF-WSN is unlimited in terms of energy. The specific properties of BF-WSNs have brought new challenges in fundamental issues, such as energy management, networking, and data acquisition, which means the existing algorithms in WSNs cannot be adopted directly. The BF-WSN can be regarded as a new topic in the IoT and has attracted much attention from researchers. The integration of battery-free technologies into IoT connectivity heralds a new era of sustainability. It aligns with the global push towards greener technologies and supports the development of smart cities, environmental monitoring, healthcare, agriculture, and industrial automation. The ability to deploy sensor networks without the constraints of battery replacement and maintenance opens up new possibilities for large-scale and remote monitoring applications.

Objective

This book aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of contemporary developments in battery-free sensor networks and their pivotal role in advancing sustainable connectivity within the next-generation Internet of Things (IoT) landscape. It delves into the latest advancements, challenges, and applications of battery-free sensor technologies, offering insights into their design principles, energy harvesting techniques, communication protocols, and deployment strategies. Through case studies and theoretical discussions, the book elucidates how battery-free sensor networks contribute to enhancing environmental sustainability, reducing electronic waste, and fostering efficient IoT ecosystems.

Target Audience

This book is focused towards a diverse audience that includes researchers, engineers, and practitioners in the fields of IoT, sensor networks, and sustainable technology. Academics and students in electrical engineering, computer science, and environmental sciences will find it particularly beneficial for understanding the theoretical and practical aspects of battery-free sensor networks. Industry professionals involved in the design, development, and deployment of IoT solutions will gain valuable insights into the latest advancements and practical applications of energy harvesting technologies. By addressing the needs of these varied groups, the book aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and drive innovation in the creation of sustainable next-generation IoT connectivity solutions.

Recommended Topics

Part 1: Fundamental Concepts and Architectures Design Principles of Battery-Free Wireless Sensor Networks (BF-WSNs) Architectures for the Internet of Battery-Free Things Energy Management in BF-WSNs Energy Storage and Management Techniques Dynamic Energy Allocation Strategies Networking Protocols for BF-WSNs Data Acquisition and Processing in BF-WSNs Machine Learning Approaches for Adaptive Behavior in BF-WSNs Standardization of BF-WSNs Interoperability Challenges and Solutions Part 2: Energy Harvesting and Management Energy Harvesting Techniques for BF-WSNs Hybrid Energy Harvesting Algorithms Energy Rechargeable Networks Adaptive Power Management Schemes Routing Protocols for Energy-Constrained Environments Energy-Efficient Sensor Node Architectures Power-Aware Integrated Circuits (ICs) and Systems Part 3: Applications and Advanced Techniques Low-Power & Adaptive Data Acquisition Techniques Security and Privacy in BF-WSNs Lightweight Cryptographic Techniques Privacy-Preserving Data Collection Methods Localization Techniques for Energy-Constrained Nodes Cognitive Radio Techniques for BF-WSNs Spectrum Sensing Techniques Energy Monitoring and Management in Smart Grids Fault Detection and Localization Wearable BF-WSN Devices for Health Monitoring Biomedical Sensor Networks for Remote Patient Monitoring Agriculture and Environmental Monitoring Environmental Sensing and Pollution Detection Urban Sensing and Smart Cities Industrial IoT and Manufacturing Applications

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before August 8, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by September 2, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by October 3, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Battery-Free Sensor Networks for Sustainable Next-Generation IoT Connectivity. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

August 8, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
September 2, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
October 3, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
November 14, 2024: Review Results Returned
December 12, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
December 19, 2024: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Dr. G. S. Karthick
Assistant Professor
Department of Software Systems
PSG College of Arts & Science
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Contact: +91-9677482076
E-Mail: karthick@psgcas.ac.in



Classifications


Business and Management; Computer Science and Information Technology; Education; Life Sciences; Library and Information Science; Security and Forensics; Physical Sciences and Engineering
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