Mobile architecture using xamarin for real-time capture and analysis of IoT Data over LoRaWAN Networks
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https://doi.org/10.71112/p51hwy94Keywords:
Firebase, Internet of Things, LoRaWAN, Mobile applications, XamarinAbstract
This article explores how the architecture and development of a cross-platform mobile application based on Xamarin adapt to the real-time acquisition and analysis of data from an IoT network transmitted through LoRaWAN networks. The system integrates smart collars as end devices, communication through LoRaWAN gateways, processing in The Things Stack, and data transmission via webhooks to a cloud-based backend implemented with Firebase Realtime Database. The mobile application, designed under the MVVM architectural pattern, enables user authentication, geospatial visualization on maps, historical session storage, and the generation of basic statistics such as averages, maximums, and minimums. Data in JSON format and real-time synchronization ensure low latency and automatic scalability. The proposed architecture optimizes the energy consumption of IoT devices and facilitates integration with secure REST services. The results demonstrate stability in data transmission, immediate updates of GPS coordinates, and efficiency in session management. It is concluded that the combination of Xamarin, LoRaWAN, and Firebase constitutes a robust, scalable, and suitable solution for mobile applications focused on IoT data monitoring and analysis.
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