Patrick Cardinal

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Patrick Cardinal is a leading researcher in the Internet of Things (IoT) and edge computing, with a particular focus on the performance and reliability of communication protocols in distributed systems. His most cited work, "Performance Characterization of MQTT Brokers in a Device-Local Edge Deployment" (2023, 2 citations), provides a critical analysis of the Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol—a cornerstone of modern IoT architectures. Cardinal’s research addresses the pressing challenge of dynamically interconnecting sensors, services, and actuators in resource-constrained edge environments, offering practical insights into broker performance under real-world conditions. His contributions help bridge the gap between theoretical protocol design and practical deployment, enabling more efficient and scalable IoT systems. By characterizing the trade-offs in latency, throughput, and reliability, Cardinal’s work has informed the development of robust edge computing solutions. His findings are particularly valuable for researchers and engineers building device-local networks where low-latency, high-reliability communication is essential. With a growing citation footprint, Patrick Cardinal is establishing himself as a key voice in the evolution of IoT infrastructure, shaping how data flows from the edge to the cloud.