Zigbee Protocol Design and Implementation: Definitive Reference for Developers and Engineers

"Zigbee Protocol Design and Implementation"

"Zigbee Protocol Design and Implementation" is a comprehensive and authoritative resource for engineers, researchers, and technologists seeking a deep understanding of the Zigbee wireless communication protocol. The book meticulously covers the evolution of low-power wireless networks, situating Zigbee within the larger Internet of Things (IoT) landscape while tracing its historical roots and technical advancements. Through comparative analyses, readers gain clarity on how Zigbee distinguishes itself from alternative protocols such as Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread, Wi-Fi, and Z-Wave, both in terms of capability and regulatory compliance.

Delving into the technical core, the volume presents a layered exploration, starting with the fundamentals of IEEE 802.15.4 physical and MAC layers, before detailing Zigbee’s intricate network, application support, and device object layers. Each chapter offers in-depth discussions on architecture, addressing, security, topology management, routing strategies, and the seamless interplay between hardware and software components. Practical insights into device roles, network formation, and standards such as the Zigbee Cluster Library and application profiles equip professionals to design interoperable, secure, and scalable Zigbee solutions for modern deployments.

With dedicated sections on advanced testing, verification methodologies, and emerging trends, "Zigbee Protocol Design and Implementation" addresses rigorous security architectures, stack modularity, best implementation practices, and strategies for future evolution, including cross-protocol interoperability and integration with IP, cloud, and edge architectures. As the Zigbee protocol continues to underpin reliable, secure, and energy-efficient IoT systems from home automation to large-scale industrial applications, this definitive guide empowers readers to master both foundational concepts and advanced techniques vital for next-generation wireless innovation.

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Release date

Ebook: May 29, 2025