IoT Sensor Data
Modern day sensors measure just about any aspect of the physical world. The calibration of sensors allows them to be tailored to application-specific functions, so they can measure things like temperature, movement, electricity, and air composition with accuracy. Often, sensor data is tasked with capturing information relevant to a particular task, so the data can be used to make process improvements for the purpose of saving money or increasing efficiency.
- Sensors are connected using various technologies, which enable them to relay the collected data to a centralized data-store either locally, or in the cloud.
- Information is transmitted to your computer or cell phone so you have instant access to all monitored activities taking place.
- This data can be cataloged, labeled, and stored to look for patterns and trends regarding the intended process improvement, providing broad insights about the surrounding environment.
- Continuously monitoring of the associated parameters allows for process improvements.
For facilities, IoT sensor data provides insight into a building’s load profile—its energy usage over the course of any given period. Using sensors attached to building devices, we can determine things like:
- What’s the building’s total energy use?
- How much energy is being consumed by lighting, heating/cooling equipment, ventilation, etc.?
- What equipment/machinery has the largest load profile?