Introduction -- Cloud Computing Applications, Architectures and Technologies -- Data Routing and Scheduling in Cloud-based IoT -- Security in Cloud-based IoT -- Blockchain in Cloud-based IoT -- UAVs and Image Processing in Cloud-based IoT -- UAVs Placement in Cloud-based IoT -- Energy Monitoring in Cloud-based IoT -- Energy Prediction in Cloud-based IoT -- City Structure Monitoring in Cloud-based IoT -- Smart Parking in Cloud-based IoT -- Simulations and Modeling -- Conclusion.

This book examines research topics in IoT and Cloud and Fog computing. The contributors address major issues and challenges in IoT-based solutions proposed for the Cloud. The authors discuss Cloud smart and energy efficient services in applications such as healthcare, traffic, and farming systems. Targeted readers are from varying disciplines who are interested in designing and deploying the Cloud applications. The book can be helpful to Cloud-based IoT service providers, Cloud-based IoT service consumers, and Cloud service developers in general for getting the state-of-the-art knowledge in the emerging IoT area. The book also provides a strong foundation for researchers to advance further in this domain. Presents a variety of research related to IoT and Cloud computing; Provides the industry with new and innovative operational ideas; Pertinent to academics, researchers, and practitioners around the world.