Smart Sensors for the IoT

This lecture introduces the concept of smart sensors for the Internet of Things (IoT), focusing on the design of highly energy-efficient integrated sensor interfaces. It covers the basics of IoT nodes, sensor classification, noise reduction techniques, and sensor interface architecture. The course emphasizes the importance of miniaturization and energy efficiency in sensor design, with a focus on power consumption and noise reduction in interface circuits. The lecture also discusses the course program, prerequisites, and outlines the topics to be covered in subsequent sessions.