Mapping of Indian Research Output on the Internet of Things (IoT)

A Scientometrics Study

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a pivotal domain, driving technological progress and societal transformation. This scientometrics study examines the Indian research output on IoT, leveraging the SCOPUS database, a premier source of scientific literature. The study aims to analyse the growth, trends, and sectoral contributions within the IoT field, offering valuable insights to researchers, professionals, and policymakers. The dataset encompasses 18,694 documents from 2,884 sources, including journals, books, notes, and editorials. The analysis unveils an impressive annual growth rate of 93.78%, signifying the dynamic expansion of IoT research. While the average document age is 3.73 years, indicating recent publications, each document receives an average of 10.08 citations, highlighting the impact of IoT research. The collaborative nature of IoT research is evident, with 30,778 authors contributing and an average of 3.31 co-authors per document. Furthermore, international co-authorships account for 14.34% of the dataset, underscoring global collaborative efforts. This study provides an understanding of the growth, trends, and contributions within the IoT field in India, leveraging scientometrics tools and techniques. By mapping scientific articles and publications, it evaluates the performance of researchers, institutions, and periodicals, offering valuable insights for stakeholders across domains.