Mbed Edge and IoT Gateway
Ceramic Parts,Advanced 95 Ceramic Materials,High Strength Ceramics,Durable Ceramic Components Yixing Guanming Special Ceramic Technology Co., Ltd , https://www.guanmingceramic.com
Mbed Cloud has expanded its IoT device management capabilities to include support for Mbed Edge, an IoT gateway that enables seamless device access, control, and management. Mbed Edge offers three core features: (1) support for non-IP network protocols, (2) edge computing, and (3) advanced gateway management. These features allow organizations to connect and manage a broader range of devices, especially those that were previously difficult to integrate into IP-based systems.
**Protocol Conversion – Bridging the Gap Between Legacy and Modern Systems**
As more industries adopt IoT to enhance their products and services, they often face the challenge of connecting legacy devices that use non-IP protocols. For example, in smart buildings, ZigBee lighting systems are common, while BACnet is used for HVAC control, and Modbus is widely used in temperature regulation systems. Mbed Edge’s protocol conversion feature allows these devices to communicate over IP networks, making them accessible, controllable, and manageable through Mbed Cloud. This ensures that even older systems can be integrated into modern IoT ecosystems without requiring major infrastructure changes.
**Edge Computing – Bringing Intelligence Closer to the Source**
By enabling local computing at the edge, Mbed Edge offers two key advantages. First, it allows gateways to run simple applications independently, without relying on cloud commands. For instance, a rule could monitor pressure levels on a production line and automatically shut it down if a threshold is exceeded—regardless of whether the cloud is available. Second, by processing data locally, it reduces the need to send raw data over potentially costly or slow networks like cellular connections. Mbed Edge supports seamless synchronization and deployment of applications from Mbed Cloud directly to edge devices, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.
**Gateway Management – Ensuring Reliability and Quick Recovery**
Gateways are essential in maintaining the smooth operation of IoT systems, such as in industrial plants or wind farms. However, issues like sensor downtime or intermittent connectivity can lead to serious consequences if not addressed quickly. Mbed Edge provides critical management features to detect, diagnose, and resolve problems efficiently. Key capabilities include:
- Continuous configuration backups to restore settings in case of software failures.
- Full backup and restoration options to reset the gateway to its original state after hardware failures.
- System management tools such as process management, resource allocation, interface monitoring, and diagnostics to ensure stability and performance.
By extending Mbed Cloud's device management to traditional non-IP devices, Mbed Edge enables businesses to expand their IoT networks to new endpoints, adding value through enhanced services and greater flexibility.
**New Features for Mbed Cloud Users**
With Mbed Edge, Mbed Cloud users gain powerful tools to deploy and manage IoT solutions across a wider range of devices. Whether it's integrating legacy systems, optimizing data processing at the edge, or ensuring continuous gateway performance, Mbed Edge enhances the overall IoT experience. This integration opens up new possibilities for innovation, scalability, and reliability in IoT deployments.