Workshops

1st International Workshop on Longevity in IoT Systems (LongevIoT)

The premature aging of IoT systems is one of the most challenging topics that need to be addressed to enable widespread usage. Both hardware and the software that is deployed on devices from small sensor nodes to edge devices or the cloud need to be considered holistically, such that deployment lifetimes can be counted in decades not years. With ever changing communication protocols, company-specific software platforms and quickly deprecated hardware components, IoT is at the forefront of uncertain futures, and these technical challenges need to be solved for a sustainable future. In this workshop, we focus on issues arising from the brittle nature of current IoT systems.

Organizers

• Malte Josten, University of Duisburg-Essen
• Peter Zdankin, University of Duisburg-Essen

International Workshop on Energy-Aware Mobile IoT (Eware-IoT)

Energy-Aware IoT based on Mobile Networks (Eware-IoT) aims to provide a forum for sharing ideas and explore the latest advances in the areas contributing towards the optimization of IoT applications and devices from energy awareness perspective (consumption production and storage) in wireless 5G/6G systems; and Integration and application of Energy-Aware IoT with MEC, ML, big data, AI, DRL and other technologies. This workshop is aimed at researchers, industry professionals, regulators, policy makers and students passionate about the convergence of Energy usage in Mobile Radio Access Networks using the Machine Learning, the Internet of Things and energy aware data analysis. We encourage participation from those looking to explore collaboration opportunities and help shape a connected, energy-driven future. All unpublished, original papers addressing all aspects related to the development and adoption of the Energy-Aware Internet of Things are invited.

Organizers

• Erkki Harjula, University of Oulu
• Jukka Mäkelä, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland
• Nishu Gupta, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

1st International Workshop on Internet of Things for Safety-Critical Cyber Physical Systems (IoT4safety 2024)

Critical infrastructures are essential for a country’s functioning and the daily life of its citizens. In light of recent geopolitical events, protecting these infrastructures from various threats is crucial to ensuring national security and the well-being of citizens. Safety-critical cyber-physical systems (SC-CPS) are at the core of critical infrastructure. The Internet of Things (IoT) has long been heralded as a key enabling technology for the remote monitoring and control of these systems. However, the ever-evolving IoT technological landscape, coupled with recent developments in artificial intelligence, has introduced significant technical challenges in ensuring the resilient operation of SC-CPS. As such, a holistic, system-level approach is required to maximize the benefits of IoT deployment in critical infrastructure. This will necessitate a wide range of activities, such as developing new communication technologies, protocols, and testbeds. Additionally, analyzing the intricacies between cyber and physical systems through digital twins, along with their vulnerabilities and advantages, will be essential. Finally, field deployment studies and emerging application scenarios will open new opportunities for the research community. This workshop will provide a platform for disseminating recent developments in IoT applications for SC-CPS, benefiting the wider community and bringing together multidisciplinary research communities in IoT and cyber-physical systems.

Organizers

• Atakan Aral, University of Vienna
• Hafiz Ahmed, The University of Sheffield
• Md Salauddin, University College Dublin

Tutorials

Harnessing Graph-Based Deep Learning for IoT-Driven Intelligent Transportation Systems

This tutorial addresses critical challenges faced by both transportation engineering and computer science communities. It explores various essential topics including the construction of transportation network graphs, representation learning for transportation data, and advanced Graph Neural Network (GNN) models designed for intelligent transportation applications. Key areas of focus include traffic prediction, passenger flow forecasting, urban planning, and transportation safety.

Participants will delve into advanced techniques such as Recurrent GNNs, Convolutional GNNs, Spatial-Temporal GNNs, Graph Autoencoders, Adversarial GNNs, and Graph Reinforcement Learning, tailored specifically for transportation systems. The tutorial will highlight practical applications of these techniques in traffic prediction, route optimization, and anomaly detection.

Attendees will gain hands-on experience with GNNs through practical demonstrations using PyTorch Geometric and DGL (Deep Graph Library), which will facilitate exploration of new research opportunities and the development of innovative algorithms to tackle pressing transportation problems.

Organizers

• Dr. Joydeep Chandra, IIT Patna
• Rahul Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology

Data Integration for Next-Generation IoT

Designing end-to-end IoT solutions necessitates integrating data from diverse IoT devices, often involving multiple communication protocols, serialization formats, and data models, making data integration a challenging task. This tutorial discusses the use of open standard technologies and interoperability tools to address these challenges, focusing on technologies standardized at the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). The tutorial covers topics such as CoAP publish-subscribe architecture, Sensor Measurement Lists (SenML), and A Semantic Definition Format for Data and Interactions of Things (ASDF). It includes a presentation, followed by a hands-on session, aiming to provide attendees with a deep understanding of these technologies and how they can be utilized for efficient device and data integration in IoT applications. The tutorial targets an audience interested in IoT interoperability and has practical experience in developing HTTP and IoT device client applications. The presenter, Rajat Kandoi from Ericsson Research Finland, brings extensive experience in IoT and research, making this tutorial valuable for those seeking insights into IoT standards and interoperability tools. The topics of semantics, interoperability and standards have previously garnered interest at the IoT Conference, IETF Hackathon, and various academic institutions, indicating its relevance and practical utility in the field of IoT data integration and interoperability.

Organizer

• Rajat Kandoi, Ericsson Research, Finland