Technical Advances In and Applications of Low-Cost/Power Sensors

Dear Colleagues,

The rapid evolution of low-cost and low-power sensors has significantly impacted various technological domains, enabling a new era of connectivity and intelligence. These sensors are the backbone of smart cities, facilitating efficient resource management, real-time monitoring, and enhanced quality of life for urban populations. Moreover, their integration with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) is opening unprecedented opportunities for innovation across sectors like healthcare, transportation, and environmental monitoring.

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue, which aims to highlight the latest technical advances in and practical applications of low-cost and low-power sensors. Our goal is to assemble a collection of high-quality research articles and reviews that showcase novel developments, interdisciplinary approaches, and real-world implementations of these sensor technologies.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Development of Low-Cost/-Power Sensors:

• Novel materials and fabrication techniques;
• Miniaturization and integration strategies.

2. Wireless Technologies, IoT Solutions, and 5G:

• Energy-efficient wireless communication applications;
• Deployment of large-scale wireless sensor networks.

3. Applications in Smart Cities:

• Environmental monitoring and sustainability;
• Intelligent transportation systems and infrastructure management.

4. Integration with AI, VR, and AR:

• Sensor data analytics using artificial intelligence;
• Enhancing VR and AR experiences with sensor technologies.

5. Case Studies and Real-World Implementations:

• Successful deployment in healthcare, agriculture, industry, or other sectors.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Hicham Klaina
Prof. Dr. Peio Lopez-Iturri
Guest Editors

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