Mobile application for remote monitoring and control of lorawan networks

Abstract

The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies has led to increased adoption of Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN), with LoRaWAN emerging as a prominent protocol for long-range, low-power communication. However, the effective management of LoRaWAN networks presents challenges in terms of monitoring, control, and optimization. This paper introduces a comprehensive mobile application developed specifically for remote monitoring and control of LoRaWAN systems. The application integrates secure authentication mechanisms, dashboard visualization, device management, geolocation mapping, analytics, alert management, and customizable settings. Our methodology combines cross-platform development techniques with optimization for resource-constrained environments typical of IoT scenarios. Results demonstrate that the mobile application significantly improves operational efficiency by enabling real-time monitoring, reducing response times to critical events, and providing actionable insights through data visualization and analytics. The implementation allows for secure device registration via both Over-The-Air Activation (OTAA) and Activation By Personalization (ABP) methods, with geolocation capabilities for spatial awareness of network nodes. The conclusions highlight how mobile-based management solutions can democratize IoT network administration while maintaining robust security protocols and enhancing user experience in industrial IoT deployments.