Singapore is a fantastic example of a smart city. It’s known as being one of the most densely packed cities in the world, with around 8000 people per km2. Singapore is using IoT to collect lots of useful data, allowing them to optimise their city. One example of IoT sensors in Singapore is in aggregation boxes. These are being used to track pedestrian activity and traffic volume.
A ‘Virtual Singapore’ is being developed by the National Research Foundation to create a dynamic 3D model of the city. IoT sensors and technology play a massive part in this project, collecting useful data to inform the construction of the 3D model. The model has been made available to private companies too, helping with the planning of concepts and testing of services. Plus, simulations can be run to test crowd control and dispersion for sporting events.
Public housing is what 80% of Singapore residents live in. The government is working on using IoT technology to implement smart home technologies in public housing. This will help the government and residents monitor energy and utility usage. Furthermore, it can improve the distribution of resources and optimise waste management strategies. Information from IoT sensors, such as wind flow, solar exposure and shaded areas, can help inform engineers and architects when they’re designing new housing structures.