Large enterprise layout, Internet of Things perception, connectivity, security and other bottlenecks to be solved

The Internet of Things (IoT) has undergone a period of rapid development in China since its inception in 2008, but in recent years, it has gradually returned to a more rational and grounded phase. While the initial hype has faded, the industry is now seeing a more stable and sustainable growth trajectory. A number of solid industrial enterprises have emerged from this wave, including tech giants like Huawei, ZTE, the three major telecom operators, and the BAT companies (Baidu, Alibaba, Tencent). These industry leaders are now actively investing in IoT infrastructure, signaling a positive outlook for the future of the sector. As IoT applications expand from government initiatives to enterprise solutions and eventually into personal consumption, the potential for growth is immense. The transition from a localized IoT ecosystem to a globally unified system is becoming a key trend. However, this evolution also brings new challenges, such as security vulnerabilities, privacy concerns, interoperability issues, regulatory compliance, and ensuring user autonomy. At the 2017 China Informatization 100 Summit, the theme "Towards the Internet of Things +" highlighted the growing importance of IoT in driving the digital economy. Experts like He Hezhen, an advisor at the China Information Technology Association, emphasized that while the concept of IoT was once overhyped—such as labeling smart refrigerators as IoT devices without real value—it has now entered a more realistic phase. According to Gartner’s technology maturity curve, IoT is currently in a low point, but with time, it will mature and become more integrated into daily life. One of the main challenges facing the IoT industry is the concentration of value in upstream sectors, such as chip manufacturing, sensor production, and wireless communication technologies. Meanwhile, companies offering end-user products often struggle to generate significant profits. This has led to many smaller players exiting the market, while a few dedicated firms continue to push forward, particularly in developing wide-area narrowband IoT standards. He Hezhen noted that large enterprises are now entering the IoT space, which could change the landscape significantly. Unlike small startups, these big players have the resources and scale to drive large-scale applications and ensure long-term sustainability. As a result, industries like banking and rail transport are more likely to trust and adopt IoT solutions from established companies rather than smaller, less proven ones. Looking ahead, the IoT market holds enormous potential, especially with the sheer volume of connected objects far exceeding that of human users. Mobile phones, equipped with multiple sensors, are already acting as nodes in the IoT network, accelerating its adoption. According to Zhou Hongren, the number of IoT devices worldwide is expected to reach 30 billion by 2019 and potentially 500 billion by 2030, marking a new era of global connectivity. In terms of commercial applications, governments are currently the primary drivers of IoT implementation, focusing on areas like smart city management, environmental monitoring, and public safety. Consumer-oriented IoT products, such as wearables, are still in early stages and have yet to find their true market fit. For IoT to thrive, it must develop clear business models that create value across different sectors, from industrial automation to home automation. Despite the progress, the IoT industry still faces several bottlenecks. At the perception level, reducing sensor costs and improving scalability remain critical. Communication networks also need to evolve to support the massive number of connected devices, and the third layer—application—requires advanced data analytics and AI to make sense of the vast amounts of information generated. Security remains a top concern, especially for low-power, low-cost IoT devices that may lack robust encryption capabilities. Infrastructure in key sectors like energy, transportation, and finance must be protected against cyber threats. Additionally, legal and regulatory frameworks are needed to address complex issues, such as liability in the event of an accident involving autonomous vehicles. Vinton G. Cerf, known as the “father of the Internet,” emphasized that IoT devices rely heavily on software, making them inherently vulnerable. Long-term maintenance and updates are essential, but many manufacturers may not exist for the lifespan of their products. This raises questions about open-source solutions, intellectual property rights, and user control. Ultimately, the future of IoT depends on user-centric design, simplicity, and reliability. Devices should be easy to use, secure, and capable of functioning even when the internet is down. As the IoT continues to evolve, it must balance innovation with responsibility, ensuring that it enhances lives without compromising safety or privacy.

2 Rates Power Meter Socket

Power Meter is a monitoring and testing instrument which determines the power consumption of a connected appliance and the cost of the electricity consumed.

Installing the batteries

Install 3.6V rechargeable Battcrics(NI-MH) . The purpose of the batteries is to store the total electricity and mcinory setting.

Resetting

If an abnormal display appears or the buttons produce no response, the instrument must be reset. To do this,press the RESET button.

Display Mode

Entire LCD can be displayed for about 1 minute and then it automatically gets into Model. To transfer from one mode to the other, press the FUNCTION button.

Mode 1: Time/Watt/Cost Display Display duration(how long) this device connect to power source.LCD on first line shows 0:00 with first two figures mean minutcs (2 figures will occur while occur at 10 min) and the rest shows seconds. After 60mins, it displays 0:00 again with first two numbers meas hour(2 figures will occur at 10hours) and the rest shows minutes. The rest can be done in the same manner which means after 24 hours, it will rc-caculatc. LCD on second line displays current power which ranges in 0.0W~9999W. LCD on third line displays the current electricity costs which ranges in 0.0cost~9999cost. It will keep on O.OOcost before setting rate without other figures.

Mode 2: l ime/Cumulative electrical quantity Display Display duration(how long) this device connect to power source.

LCD on first line shows 0:00 with first two figures mean minutes(2 figures will occur while occur at 10 min) and the rest shows seconds. After 60mins, it displays 0:0() again with first two numbers meas hour(2 figures will occur at 10hours)and the rest shows minutes. The rest can be done in the same manner which means after 24 hours, it will re-caculate. LCD on second line displays current cumulative electrical quantity which ranges in 0.000K WH 〜 9999KWII without other figures. LCD on third line displays''DAY''- "1 "will be showed on numerical part(thc other three figures will be showed at carry) which means it has cumulated electrical quantity for 24hours(one day). The rest can be done in the same manner untial the maximal cumulative time of 9999 days.

Mode 3: Time/Voltage/Frequency Display LCD on first line displays the same as Mode 1 dones. LCD on second line displays current voltage supply (v) which ranges in 0.0V~9999V .LCD on third line displays current frequency (HZ) which ranges in 0.0HZ~9999HZ without other figures.

Mode 4: Time/Current/Power Factor Display LCD on first line displays the same as Mode 1 dones.

LCD on second line displays load current which ranges in 0.0000A~9999A. LCD on third line displays current power factor which ranges in 0.00PF 〜 1 .OOPF without other figures.

Mode 5:Time/Minimum Power Display LCD on first line displays the same as Mode 1 clones. LCD on second line displays the miniinum power which ranges in 0.0W~9999W. LCD on third line displays character of "Lo" without other figures.

Mode 6: I,ime/Maximal Power Display LCD on first line displays the same as Mode 1 dones. LCD on second line displays the maximal power which ranges in 0.0W~9999W. LCD on third line displays character of "Hi" without other figures.

Mode 7: Time/Price Display LCD on first line displays the same as Mode 1 dones. LCD on third line displays the cost which ranges in O.OOCOST/KWH 〜 99.99COST/KWH without other figures.
Overload Display: When the power socket connects the load over 3680W, LCD on second line displays the"O VER LOAD" with booming noise to warn the users,( 1918935, 60470643, 60469303,selectable choice)
Supplemental informations:
1: Except tt OVERLOAD , ' interface, LCD on first line display time in repitition within 24hours.
2: LCD on first line, second line or third line described in this intruction take section according to two black lines on LCD screen. Here it added fbr clarified purpose.
3. Mode 7 will directly occur while press down button "cost".
4. [UP"&''Down" are in no function under un-setting mode.
Backlight Mode:
Connect to AC power,backlight im mediately light,if not press any button,backlight will went off in 15 seconds.
When press any of the buttonsbacklight start light again. (Backlight only light when it connect to AC power,backlight cannot light if use battery)
Setting Mode
1. Electricity price setting
After keeping COST button pressed lasting more than 3 seconds(LCD on third line display system defaults price, eg O.OOCOST/KWH ),the rendered content begins moving up and down which means that the device has entered the setting mode. Then press FUNCTION button to change selection and press UP/DOWN to set what you want. (On pressing once, the figure after domical point will increase or decrease accordingly. On pressing and hold-on, figures after demical point will increase or decrease slowly in 2 seconds while figures change quickly when hold-on time exceeds 2 seconds. When hold-on time reaches 10 seconds or more, the figures after demical point will stop while the figures before demical point begin to increasing or decreasing.) After that, press FUNCTION fbr swithing, then press [UP'nd "DOWN" button again to set value which ranges in OO.OOCOST/KWH 〜 99.99COST/KWH. After setting all above, press COST to return to Mode7 or it will automatically return to Mode7 without any pressing after setting with data storage.

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