Smart Edge Computing

This book pioneers the synergy between state-of-the-art edge computing technologies and the power of operations research. It comprehensively explores real-world applications, demonstrating how various operations' research techniques enhance edge computing’s efficiency, reliability and resource allocation. Innovative solutions for dynamic task scheduling, load balancing and data management, all tailored to the unique challenges of edge environments, are displayed.

Starting with operation research methodologies with foundations, applications and research challenges in edge computing and an overview of digital education, this book continues with an exploration of applications in the health sector using IoT, intelligent payment procedures and performance measurement of edge computing, using edge computing and operation research. Smart or AI-based applications are also explored further on and the book ends with insight into ultralightweight and security protocols with solutions for IoT using blockchain.

RAJDEEP CHAKRABORTY is Associate Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at the University Institute of Engineering, Chandigarh University, India.

ANUPAM GHOSH is Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Netaji Subhash Engineering College in Kolkata, India, and is Head of the same department.

JYOTSNA KUMAR MANDAL is Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Kalyani, India.

TANUPRIYA CHOUDHURY is Professor at Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Lavale Campus of Symbiosis International University in Pune, India.

PRASENJIT CHATTERJEE is Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Dean (Research and Consultancy) at MCKV Institute of Engineering, India.