Interoperability is one of the critical challenges in the construction and management of
distributed and collaborative systems. Hence, a deep understanding of the fundamental …

Interoperability stands as a critical hurdle in developing and overseeing distributed and
collaborative systems. Thus, it becomes imperative to gain a deep comprehension of the …

Explainability is crucial for complex systems like pervasive smart environments, as they
collect and analyze data from various sensors, follow multiple rules, and control different …

The need for systems to explain behavior to users has become more evident with the rise of
complex technology like machine learning or self-adaptation. In general, the need for an …

The rapid growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) and its integration into various industries has
made it extremely challenging to guarantee IoT systems' dependability and quality, including …

The integration of blockchain technology with the Web of Things (WoT) has the potential to
enhance security, privacy, and interoperability, opening new opportunities for various …

While smart devices are becoming a tightly integrated part of our lives, they pose new
challenges related to controlling the access to their features. This paper presents a novel …

Home automation systems have long been dependent on a permanent central controller,
which has many problems, but a significant barrier to eliminating this controller is its ability to …