Destination IoT

Sensor technology, connectivity and security

Intelligent solutions for the design of the future

When it comes to the Internet of Things, sensors, connectivity and, above all, security, they all play a decisive role in your development projects. We offer you a selection of thousands of products, data sheets, technical support as well as further information on all these topics and much more - all from a single source.

Articles about Smart Buildings

Where am I? - Location Services with Bluetooth

Bluetooth can be used from version 5.1 as a precise location application indoors. The technology can determine a target's presence, distance and direction.

Buildings think for themselves - field communication in "Smart Buildings"

Smart buildings deals with the digitization of an entire building. The aim is to make working and living more comfortable and to counteract climate change through energy efficiency.

Fresh air - sensors in building automation

Sensors are the basis for automation in smart buildings. All measures taken in commercial and private buildings are based on the measurement data they collect.

Small sensors are watching you!

We discuss biosignal sensors in wearables, highlighting applications, standards, technologies and showcasing specific products to help you get started on your next project.

Power For Good. Power supplies for medical devices.

Find out more about this critical part of any medical device. With guidance on application and specification of power supplies.

Measuring Biosignals in Medicine

The recording, processing and evaluation of biosignals is important for diagnostics, monitoring, therapy and prevention. Find out more about the technologies and applications with our new guide.

IoT Sensors

Suitable sensors for your projects, whatever your application, including proximity, pressure, vibration and Hall effect sensors.

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IoT Connectivity

The right development kits, antennas, bluetooth modules and wireless mesh hardware that will make your next IoT design truly connect.

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IoT Security

Everything to ensure security in nodes and interfaces, remote maintenance routers and intelligent gateways plus authentication controllers.

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Displays & Optoelectronics

Including displays and related components, LED lighting parts, couplers, LEDs and indicators. Plus associated dev' kits for prototyping.

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Connectors

Appropriate connectors are essential for any IoT design.

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Semiconductors

For developers who design intelligent prototypes as quickly as possible.

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Electromechanical

The switches, knobs, relays, fans and thermal management you need to complete your design. Our extensive range has everything you need.

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Test & Measurement

We've got your bench covered with power supplies, signal generators, scopes, meters, spectrum analysers and e-loads from leading brands.

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Leading brands within IoT

We are more than products - Get expert knowledge from the DesignSpark Community

IoT and the Environment

This balanced article considers both the environmental impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, and some of the ways it can help mitigate environmental pressures.

Communication protocol for IoT

Engineers must weigh the pros and cons of an ever-growing number of connectivity options when working on products and systems for the IoT...

IoT Security for 2022

An expert's perspective on the top security issues for designers at each conceptual layer of an IoT application, focusing on one or two of the more common issues.

A Hands-On Look at the ST BlueNRG-LP BLE Long Range SoC

A look at the STEVAL-IDB011V1 evaluation board, the BlueNRG-LP BLE system-on-chip, and then an example demonstrating Bluetooth Low Energy long range features.