Real-Time Data Processing with Edge AI for IoT: Architecture, Protocols, and Production Deployment in 2026
A deep-dive into real-time IoT data processing architectures, from MQTT stream pipelines and complex event processing to NPU-equipped gateways, time-series engines, and energy-efficient inference on battery-powered sensors. Covers IIoT predictive maintenance, smart city infrastructure, healthcare monitoring, fleet OTA updates, and production deployment patterns for 2026.