Large Language Models and Internet of Things: A Bibliometric Review and
Future Research Directions
Abstract
This study analyzed existing research on integrating Large Language
Models (LLMs) into the Internet of Things (IoT) through a bibliometric
review and content analysis. Scopus and Web of Science data were
analyzed using VOS Viewer and Bibliometrix. The study reviewed 64 papers
by 238 researchers from 51 journals. Through content analysis, five key
themes emerged: (1) integrating LLMs for data processing and
transformation in IoT, (2) LLMs in IoT security, (3) LLM optimization in
IoT systems, (4) LLMs for conversational and user interaction in IoT,
and (5) LLMs for decision-making and data analysis in IoT. A layered
framework for LLM in IoT was also presented, mapping the current
research landscape and guiding future studies.