Ant-sized chip.
The Internet of Things has been around for awhile. As chips get smaller and cheaper, we should be able to embed them in everyday items. Appliances, lighting, doors, climate control—all these things (and many more) get a chip and an internet connection. They can send data and receive commands. (Video)
Continue reading… “Internet of Things gets a battery-free chip the size of an ant”
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Engineers at the University of Washington have developed a new “ambient backscatter” wireless communication scheme that allows two devices to communicate with each other by reflecting ambient TV and cellular transmissions — batteries not required.
By delving into the futuring techniques of Futurist Thomas Frey, you’ll embark on an enlightening journey.
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