A Comparative Study on Industrial Communication Protocols Using IoT Platforms

Abstract

In this study, the industrial communication protocols used in internet of things platforms are explained and compared with respect to pre-defined metrics which are gathered from devices in the industrial area, communication protocol principles, customer feedback and device hardware capabilities. They are explained in detail for end users and systems. Communication protocols in industrial area are given and illustrated with comparative table. The presented information and comparisons provide guidance for industrial internet of things projects. The selection of communication protocol is a critical process for surviving and sustaining of IoT platforms. IoT platforms provide solutions for industrial area for both on premise and cloud based applications compatible with industrial communication protocols. This study is shaped by the IoT platform which is developed by Klemsan, improved by industrial communication protocols which are widely used in industrial area, are explained briefly. There are 13 evaluation metrics which are presented in detail that is necessary to be chosen between industrial communication protocols for IoT platforms.