IoT Requirements for Smart Healthcare Systems Using Ambient Intelligence
Keywords:
Ambient intelligence, Healthcare, Internet of things, Requirements analysis, SmartnessAbstract
The Internet of Things (IoT) and ambient intelligence are transforming healthcare delivery and ushering in a new era of smart healthcare systems. These technologies enable continuous health data collection, remote patient monitoring, and personalized care through IoT medical sensors and IoT-enabled telemedicine. As healthcare providers seek to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency, integrating IoT and ambient intelligence into smart healthcare systems has become a critical focus. This study examines the key requirements for implementing IoT and ambient intelligence into smart healthcare systems. It examines the essential components of IoT healthcare applications, including sensors, connectivity, and data analytics. This study also looks at how to enhance the ambient intelligence of patient care environments and discusses important considerations around healthcare security, privacy, and interoperability standards. Finally, it addresses the challenges and future directions for advancing smart healthcare solutions based on the Internet of Things. There is great hope that the Internet of Things and ambient intelligence will provide a better future for human life. Of course, the mechanisms for using these technologies should be examined based on human needs and in a way that provides a smart, comfortable, and problem-free life for each individual in society, away from security and privacy concerns and at the lowest cost.
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