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2-10-2021
Lab – Diagram a Real-World Process

Objectives
In this activity, you will diagram observable processes from real-world examples that include
feedback mechanisms.

Background/Scenario
Today, the IoE brings people, process, data, and things together by combining M2M, M2P, and P2P
connections. Information extracted from these networked connections creates new capabilities, richer
experiences, and economic opportunity.
In this activity, you will create a process diagram for a smart home. You will diagram subsystems,
such as lighting, a home irrigation system, and a smart milk jug. These subsystems will include
feedback mechanisms and the following three connection types: M2M, M2P, and P2P. You can use
any of the diagramming programs (Gliffy, Draw.io, or others) that you have explored in previous
activities.

Scenario One: Lighting

In this smart home, the lights turn on automatically when the family is home in the evening. As the
family members move around the house, the lights adjust according to the pre-programmed level for
certain activities. For example, on a typical evening on a Saturday, the family has dinner and a movie
at home. After everyone has finished the meal, the dining room light turns off five minutes after
everyone has left the room. The family usually watches a movie in the media room after dinner.
While the TV is on, the lights in the room automatically adjust to a level suitable for viewing a
movie.
The IoT connections evident in this scenario are:
1) M2M: The lights dim automatically when the TV is on.
2) M2P: The TV was turned on.
3) P2P: The family is enjoying a movie together.
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Activity – Create a Process Diagram for an IoT Solution

Scenario Two: Home Irrigation System
a. Create a scenario using a smart home irrigation system. The system can detect moisture levels in
the soil and use weather prediction to adjust the watering schedule.
b. Use a diagramming program to create a process diagram.
c. Describe the IoT connection types.
Scenario Three: Smart Milk Jug
a. A smart milk jug detects the pH level and remaining quantity of the milk in the jug. The milk jug
can alert the user when the milk is spoiled by measuring the pH level of the milk. An application
can wirelessly connect to the milk jug and inform the user of the quality and quantity of the
remaining milk. The application can also provide recipes for both fresh and spoiled milk. The
application may also order the milk from a grocery delivery service.
b. Use a diagramming program to create a process diagram.
c. Describe the IoT connection types.
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