Autonomous sensor networks : collective sensing strategies for analytical purposes /

This volume surveys recent research on autonomous sensor networks from the perspective of enabling technologies that support medical, environmental and military applications. State of the art, as well as emerging concepts in wireless sensor networks, body area networks and ambient assisted living in...

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Corporate Authors: SpringerLink (Online service)
Group Author: Filippini, Daniel
Published: Springer,
Publisher Address: Berlin ; New York :
Publication Dates: 2013.
Literature type: eBook
Language: English
Series: Springer Series on Chemical Sensors and Biosensors ; v. 13
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Online Access: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-34648-4
Summary: This volume surveys recent research on autonomous sensor networks from the perspective of enabling technologies that support medical, environmental and military applications. State of the art, as well as emerging concepts in wireless sensor networks, body area networks and ambient assisted living introduce the reader to the field, while subsequent chapters deal in depth with established and related technologies, which render their implementation possible. These range from smart textiles and printed electronic devices to implanted devices and specialized packaging, including the most relevant technology.
Carrier Form: 1 online resource (428 p.).
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN: 9783642346484 (electronic bk.)
3642346480 (electronic bk.)
Index Number: TK7872
CLC: TP212
Contents: Wireless Sensor and Actuator Network Applications and Challenges /
Body Area Networks /
Sensors for Ambient Assisted Living and Smart Homes /
Research in Energy Harvesting Wireless Sensor Networks and the Challenges Ahead /
Wearable Sensors /
Smart Textiles: Technology and Wireless System Network Applications /
Implanted Sensors /
Printed Organic Electronic Sensors /
Autonomous Lab-on-a-Chip Technologies /
Ubiquitous Devices for Chemical Sensing /
Packaging Technology for Devices in Autonomous Sensor Networks /
Collective Sensing for Health Care /
Distributed Environmental Monitoring /
Wireless Sensor Networks for Military Purposes /
Emerging Concepts in Collective Sensing /