Private LoRaWAN Network Gateways: Assessment and Monitoring in the Context of IIoT-Based Management
Sanchez, O.
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Raposo, D.
; Rodrigues, A.
; Boavida, F. B.
; Silva, J.
engineering proceedings Vol. 47, Nº 2023047004, pp. 1 - 7, December, 2023.
ISSN (print): 2673-4591
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Scimago Journal Ranking: 0,20 (in 2023)
Digital Object Identifier: 10.3390/engproc2023047004
Abstract
In the ever-evolving construction industry, the incorporation of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) through Low-power Wireless Area Networks (LPWAN), such as LoRaWAN, has emerged as a practical solution for addressing the challenges posed by the limited 5G cellular coverage found in solutions like NB-IoT and LTE-M, especially when deployed in remote locations. Open-source LPWAN platforms like The Things Network (TTN) and ChirpStack have played a pivotal role in fostering the adoption of LoRa technology by providing a mature and cost-effective ecosystem that facilitates efficient device resource management. Within this context, maintaining continuous surveillance of LPWAN network gateways becomes critically important, requiring a meticulous examination of status indicators and an evaluation of the communication quality. This paper introduces a structured approach for extracting data from TTN to create a comprehensive gateway monitoring system. The methodology encompasses various aspects, including ensuring seamless server connectivity, specifically focusing on efficient information management and integration of real-world construction data. This foundational work sets the stage for a more in-depth exploration of the diverse management components within the network ecosystem.