IntechOpen Edge Computing Architecture - Architecture and Applications for Smart Cities

Edge computing technology is the cornerstone of digital advancement as smarter cities and unified industries continue to rise. The book aims to provide a deep dive into state-of-the-art developments and practical uses of edge computing in the current technological scenario. The first part is focused on new architectures and presents a proposal for Autonomous and resilient Edge (AR-Edge) computing, which combines AI, Software-Defined Networks (SDN), and blockchain technologies to generate transparent networks in smart cities. It investigates how Edge Computing can augment AI applications with lower latency and computational costs. It also introduces a green computation paradigm for Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) devices that would optimize outcomes in critical areas such as robotic surgery or autonomous vehicles. The second section of the book looks at a range of application scenarios. Chapter 4 presents in-depth privacy and security features as well as real-time monitoring frameworks for the safety of smart homes using IoT to improve their facilities. Then, it examines the implications of 5G-based edge-cloud capabilities for industrial energy facilities to illustrate how they contribute toward efficiency and innovation in Industry 4.0. It also covers the strategic deployment models and dynamic pricing strategies in edge computing services, enabling system performance and economic benefits. In conclusion, it underscores the need for citizen engagement in smart cities. It opines for inclusive participation by sharing digital literacy and varied ways to build equitable solution-based urban development. The transformative power of edge computing comes from the experts who are making it happen. This book summarizes the state-of-the-art developments and future research challenges for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers on edge computing, along with major trends that need to be considered. Take a ride with us through the age of edge computing and look at all the different ways we could make our lives in cities better.