Adaptive Smart Areas: Tailoring Technology for the Development of Intelligent Rural Solutions

Adaptive Smart Areas: Tailoring Technology for the Development of Intelligent Rural Solutions

연구 분야: Software Development

학회: International Conference on Practical Applications of Agents and Multi-Agent Systems

This paper addresses the pressing need for technological solutions in rural areas, which face challenges such as geographic dispersion, resource limitations, and the impact of environmental conditions on productivity. These issues, compounded by a depopulation trend, threaten rural regions’ socio-economic stability and sustainable development. Introducing the concept of Adaptive Smart Areas (ASAs), this research proposes a holistic approach to enhance the resilience and adaptability of rural technological ecosystems. ASAs leverage the Internet of Things (IoT), edge computing, and cloud computing to enable efficient resource use, improve production processes, and enhance the quality of life in rural communities by facilitating real-time decision-making and autonomous operation. The paper aims to define ASAs and provide a conceptual framework for an abstract support platform that integrates edge and cloud computing. This framework aims to develop intelligent solutions that address the unique challenges of rural settings, including connectivity issues and geographical dispersion. This research aims to develop technological solutions that are adaptable and within reach, intending to support the ongoing growth and improvement of rural areas. It fosters practical innovation and ensures sustainable and inclusive technological progress in these communities.