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Developing Dependable IoT Systems: Safety Perspective

Abdulhamid, Alhassan
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Ghafir, Ibrahim
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Lei, Ci
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2023-08
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Internet of Things (IoT), Dependable systems, Safety assurance, Failure analysis
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© 2023 Springer. This version of the article has been accepted for publication, after peer review (when applicable) and is subject to Springer Nature’s AM terms of use. The Version of Record is available online via the doi below
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The rapid proliferation of internet-connected devices in public and private spaces offers humanity numerous conveniences, including many safety benefits. However, unlocking the full potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) would require the assurance that IoT devices and applications do not pose any safety hazards to the stakeholders. While numerous efforts have been made to address security-related challenges in the IoT environment, safety issues have yet to receive similar attention. The safety attribute of IoT systems has been one of the system’s vital non-functional properties and a remarkable attribute of its dependability. IoT systems are susceptible to safety breaches due to a variety of factors, such as hardware failures, misconfigurations, conflicting interactions of devices, human error, and deliberate attacks. Maintaining safety requirements is challenging due to the complexity, autonomy, and heterogeneity of the IoT environment. This article explores safety challenges across the IoT architecture and some application domains and highlights the importance of safety attributes, requirements, and mechanisms in IoT design. By analysing these issues, we can protect people from hazards that could negatively impact their health, safety, and the environment.
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Abdulhamid A, Kabir S, Ghafir I and Lei C (2023) Developing Dependable IoT Systems: Safety Perspective. The UNIfied Conference of DAMAS, IncoME and TEPEN Conferences. August 2023. University of Huddersfield. Mechanisms and Machine Science, vol 152.
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https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-49421-5_61
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