Logical Space Composition of IoT for a Scalable and Adaptable Smart Environment

The Internet of Things (IoT) represents the integration of smart environments seamlessly woven into the fabric of our daily lives. However, the inherent characteristics of IoT, such as its vast scale and heterogeneity, have posed challenges in the development of practical and smarter applications, primarily due to the lack of an architecture capable of effectively managing large-scale IoT systems. In response to these challenges, this paper introduces a Logical Space Subdivision (LSS) system. This system modularly configures smart devices, taking into account user requirements and adapting to spatiotemporal changes. These modules are interconnected to establish logical spaces that can be combined to represent more extensive physical spaces. The paper delineates five fundamental design principles: modularity, encapsulation, authorization, interoperability, and mobility. The proposed system facilitates scalable and flexible service provisioning within IoT infrastructures, enhancing the adaptability of smart spaces to meet users’ evolving needs.