Networks of Things

Abstract

Chapter Summary

This chapter focuses on networks comprised of explicit data sources and information and non-human machines as actors. As non-human actors, we include intelligent agents, robotics, and other forms of interactive artificial intelligence. All six facets of knowledge networks are explored. Given these networks’ peculiar nature, three facets have particular importance, including geography, topology, and relationships. The authors provide profiles of seven networks, including semantic and citation networks, webpage networks, communications and computer networks, and energy grids.

Citation

Bedford, D. and Sanchez, T.W. (2021), "Networks of Things", Knowledge Networks (Working Methods for Knowledge Management), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 257-273. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83982-948-220211016