INTEGRATION OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN SMART STREET LIGHTING SYSTEMS FOR FUTURE SMART CITIES
Keywords:
Smart lighting, LoRaWAN, Sigfox, mesh network, IEEE 802.15.4, Bluetooth, IoT, smart city, wireless communication, energy efficiency.Abstract
This paper explores the integration of wireless communication technologies-specifically LoRaWAN, Sigfox, and mesh network protocols such as IEEE 802.15.4 and Bluetooth-into modern smart street lighting systems. These technologies enable efficient, low-power, and long-range data transmission between lighting fixtures and IoT devices across urban environments. The study highlights how streetlights are evolving from simple illumination units into multifunctional nodes that collect, process, and exchange data within citywide networks. Furthermore, it discusses the architectural similarities between LoRa-based systems and cellular networks, emphasizing the advantages of privately owned infrastructure in reducing operational costs and enhancing flexibility. The paper concludes that smart lighting systems, when combined with IoT-based wireless technologies, can form the backbone of future smart city communication networks, supporting scalable, cost-effective, and energy-efficient connectivity.
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