Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming cities, helping them become more connected and efficient. Cities are using wireless networks and sensor technology to streamline information flow between devices. This enables them to monitor and optimize everything from energy use to waste management to snow accumulation tracking.

One use case making a big impact is traffic and pedestrian monitoring to improve flow and congestion. From Barcelona to Boston to LA, wireless sensors are doing everything from identifying open parking spaces and high-risk intersections to controlling streetlights to support both safety and energy efficiency.

Using Bluetooth-equipped wearable devices with these networks power additional smart functions such as detecting the presence of passengers on a train platform or controlling doors to a building.

FCL Components plays a big role in making IoT networks and sensors work. For example, our FWM7BLZ23-109172 Bluetooth® Version 5.3 wireless module without firmware features: