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A Transactional Area Network (TAN) is a proposed virtual area network designed to enable decentralized, peer-to-peer indoor localization and positioning. TAN was first introduced in a 2024 publication in the MDPI's journal Electronics by Anastasios Nikolakopoulos et al [1]. This concept aims to establish a universal architecture and methodology for future indoor localization frameworks. It addresses the increasing need for effective and user-friendly indoor positioning systems by leveraging existing technologies like Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi signals, without the necessity for extensive additional hardware.
The Transactional Area Network suggests an approach to indoor localization by defining a virtual network where data exchanges between devices are viewed as transactions. This framework aims to enhance entity interaction, mutual influence, and data exchange within indoor environments. The proposed network seeks to increase the adoption of indoor positioning applications by simplifying their implementation and operation, thereby promoting broader usage and data generation.
TAN's suggested implementation utilizes personal devices to transmit and receive BLE and Wi-Fi signals, functioning as virtual beacons. Key proposed technical features include:
A proof-of-concept implementation of TAN was developed using the Swift programming language and tested on iOS devices. The software utilized Apple's iBeacon and Multipeer Connectivity frameworks to demonstrate the potential feasibility of TAN in real-world scenarios. The proof-of-concept showed that TAN could calculate distances and facilitate peer-to-peer data exchange in indoor environments.
While TAN shows potential, its widespread adoption requires further research and development. Future research around the concept of a Transactional Area Network (TAN) should primarily focus on the detailed analysis of algorithms, accuracy, and efficiency aspects. It should explore how potential constraints of TAN, such as the impact of walls and other physical barriers on signal propagation, can affect localization accuracy and cause geometric distortions. Additionally, the examination of distance measurement error rates, standard deviation, root-mean-square error, and filtering applications (like Kalman filters) should be considered [3] [4]. These efforts could validate the theoretical advancements proposed in this article and ensure robust practical applications of TANs.
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A Transactional Area Network (TAN) is a proposed virtual area network designed to enable decentralized, peer-to-peer indoor localization and positioning. TAN was first introduced in a 2024 publication in the MDPI's journal Electronics by Anastasios Nikolakopoulos et al [1]. This concept aims to establish a universal architecture and methodology for future indoor localization frameworks. It addresses the increasing need for effective and user-friendly indoor positioning systems by leveraging existing technologies like Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi signals, without the necessity for extensive additional hardware.
The Transactional Area Network suggests an approach to indoor localization by defining a virtual network where data exchanges between devices are viewed as transactions. This framework aims to enhance entity interaction, mutual influence, and data exchange within indoor environments. The proposed network seeks to increase the adoption of indoor positioning applications by simplifying their implementation and operation, thereby promoting broader usage and data generation.
TAN's suggested implementation utilizes personal devices to transmit and receive BLE and Wi-Fi signals, functioning as virtual beacons. Key proposed technical features include:
A proof-of-concept implementation of TAN was developed using the Swift programming language and tested on iOS devices. The software utilized Apple's iBeacon and Multipeer Connectivity frameworks to demonstrate the potential feasibility of TAN in real-world scenarios. The proof-of-concept showed that TAN could calculate distances and facilitate peer-to-peer data exchange in indoor environments.
While TAN shows potential, its widespread adoption requires further research and development. Future research around the concept of a Transactional Area Network (TAN) should primarily focus on the detailed analysis of algorithms, accuracy, and efficiency aspects. It should explore how potential constraints of TAN, such as the impact of walls and other physical barriers on signal propagation, can affect localization accuracy and cause geometric distortions. Additionally, the examination of distance measurement error rates, standard deviation, root-mean-square error, and filtering applications (like Kalman filters) should be considered [3] [4]. These efforts could validate the theoretical advancements proposed in this article and ensure robust practical applications of TANs.