Building the Internet of Things
with IPv6 and MIPv6
The Evolving World of M2M
Communications
Based on Daniel Minoli, Wiley 2013
Introduction to IoT
• - IoT connects everyday objects to the internet
to share data.
• - Key Drivers: Automation, data analytics, and
advanced connectivity.
• - M2M Communications: Machine-to-Machine
interactions as the foundation of IoT.
Role of IPv6 in IoT
• - Addressing Scale: IPv6 supports billions of
devices with 128-bit addresses.
• - Core Features:
• - Auto-configuration
• - Enhanced security
• - Efficient routing
• - Why IPv6 for IoT?
• - Necessary for scalability.
• - Simplifies device management.
Role of MIPv6 in IoT
• - Mobile IPv6 (MIPv6):
• - Ensures seamless connectivity for mobile
devices.
• - Provides location transparency and
continuity.
• - Benefits for IoT:
• - Enables smart devices to maintain
connectivity during movement.
• - Critical for vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I)
and smart city applications.
IoT and M2M Communications
• - Definition: Communication between devices
without human intervention.
• - Key Characteristics:
• - Low latency
• - High reliability
• - Applications:
• - Smart metering
• - Remote monitoring
Key Applications of IoT with IPv6
• - Smart Cities:
• - Traffic management
• - Public safety systems
• - Healthcare:
• - Remote patient monitoring
• - Body area networks
• - Industrial IoT (IIoT):
• - Predictive maintenance
• - Smart manufacturing
Challenges in IoT with IPv6 and
MIPv6
• - Interoperability:
• - Diverse protocols and platforms.
• - Security:
• - Risk of cyberattacks.
• - Secure device communication is critical.
• - Scalability:
• - Ensuring smooth performance with millions
of devices.
Benefits of Using IPv6 in IoT
• - Simplified Network Management:
• - Auto-configuration for devices.
• - Increased Connectivity:
• - Vast address space for all IoT devices.
• - Improved Efficiency:
• - Streamlined data routing and handling.
Summary and Future Outlook
• - Summary:
• - IPv6 and MIPv6 are integral for IoT
development.
• - Ensure scalability, mobility, and security.
• - Future Trends:
• - Edge computing
• - AI integration in IoT
• - Global adoption of IPv6.
References
• - Minoli, Daniel. Building the Internet of Things
with IPv6 and MIPv6: The Evolving World of
M2M Communications. Wiley, 2013.
