About the project
Objective
SambIoT provides strong solutions for secure and scalable 6G-enabled Ambient IoT, while being cognizant of sustainability. We pursue fundamental research on key enablers for scalable security for Ambient IoT. Our technical objectives are:
- System support and backscatter infrastructure for Ambient IoT devices
- Lightweight physical layer techniques for 6G network security
- Automated, large-scale deployment of Ambient IoT applications and data analysis via confidential computing in cloud-edge environments
- Scalable credential management as a service
Background
6G promises to revolutionize connectivity for billions of Internet of Things (IoT) devices with ultra-fast data, near-zero latency, far surpassing 5G. Ambient IoT, a central component of 6G, will enable a wide range of new IoT applications across industries; for smart cities, agricultural and environmental monitoring, smart and ubiquitous healthcare, environmental sustainability by advanced waste and resource management.
Scalability and security are the keys to the success of Ambient IoT. The promised vast device numbers and interconnectedness require efficient, reliable data processing solutions. Cloud and edge computing play a vital role in this context by handling computationally intensive tasks IoT devices cannot manage and enabling security-relevant tasks, from credential management support to secure data storage and processing.
Without security, many applications with high societal value (e.g., healthcare and smart grid) will not be deployed. Scaling applications with the number of devices increases measurement points, which, e.g., in smart buildings, leads to better control and hence larger energy savings. Moreover, devices themselves contribute to enhanced sustainability, running without batteries thereby reducing toxic waste, with more sustainable electronics and materials for future implementations.
Cross-disciplinary collaboration
The project develops basic 6G security and privacy technologies, along with enhanced capabilities for AI, smart cities, and healthcare. Ambient IoT per se contributes to enhanced sustainability.
PIs of the project
Panos Papadimitratos, Professor, KTH, EECS
Thiemo Voigt, Professor, RISE Computer Science
Musard Balliu, Associate Professor, KTH, EECS
