LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) gateways are critical components in IoT (Internet of Things) networks, serving as intermediaries between end devices and the network server. They utilize the LoRa (Long Range) modulation technique to enable long-range, low-power wireless communication. LoRaWAN gateways receive data from numerous IoT devices,and forward it to the cloud via standard IP connections such as Ethernet, 4G, or Wi-Fi. These gateways support bi-directional communication, ensuring not only data collection but also control commands back to devices. By enabling extensive coverage and supporting a massive number of devices, LoRaWAN gateways are essential for scalable, cost-effective, and energy-efficient IoT deployments.
