By 2050, air pollution is becoming the top cause of death worldwide.

Air quality measurement is mandatory in cities and industries to demonstrate compliance with environmental regulations and their citizens’ health. Air pollution takes its toll on the economy in several ways. For example, by 2060, the annual number of lost working days, which affect labor productivity, are projected to reach $3.7 billion (currently around $1.2 billion) at the global … More By 2050, air pollution is becoming the top cause of death worldwide.

Libelium-Aridea Fever Screening Kit

This fever screening kit is a no-touch, portable device designed to screen people for fever. An individual simply places their forehead five inches from the sensor and, using infrared technology, the microcontroller takes three separate temperature measurements and compares them to acceptable temperatures ranges. Libelium-Aridea Fever Screening Kit

Europe can win global battle for industrial data, says EU industry chief

PARIS (Reuters) – Europe may have lost the battle to create digital champions capable of taking on U.S. and Chinese companies harvesting personal data, but it can win the war of industrial data, Europe’s industry policy chief said on Saturday. https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKBN2090LT?__twitter_impression=true

Preventing asthma attacks in children with a sensor network that monitors air quality conditions in play areas

Asthma is one of the most frequent causes of absenteeism in schools. This disease, that affects the respiratory tract, can alter sleep, play and other activities necessary for proper child growth. In industrialized countries, a progressive rise in asthma has been observed. The condition is prevalent between 3 and 30% of school year children aged … More Preventing asthma attacks in children with a sensor network that monitors air quality conditions in play areas

IoT Security Libelium Infographic – Privacy, Authenticity, Confidentiality and Integrity of the Sensor Data. “The Invisible Asset”

Security in the IoT is one the main concerns for municipalities as Smart Cities projects start being a reality. In the next article we will expose what is the security proposal developed by Libelium for its sensor devices and gateways: Waspmote, Plug & Sense! and Meshlium More info: http://www.libelium.com/iot-security-infographic-privacy-authenticity-confidentiality-and-integrity-of-the-sensor-data-the-invisible-asset/