> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/project-utility/what-is-sensor-vm.md). # What is Sensor VM? **What is SensorVM?** SensorVM (SVM) is the execution layer of the Sensor ecosystem — a decentralized virtual machine designed specifically for smart devices, robotics, and IoT systems. Unlike traditional VMs that run general-purpose code, SensorVM focuses on event-driven, verifiable logic that maps directly to real-world machine behavior. It enables machines to act, earn, verify, and interact on-chain without needing deep blockchain infrastructure or cloud dependencies. *** #### 🔍 Key Concepts * **Built for Devices**: Lightweight enough for edge deployment * **Modular by Design**: Logic is packaged into discrete, composable blocks * **On-Chain Anchoring**: Results and actions are hashed, verified, and sent to smart contracts * **No-Code to Pro**: Supports GUI drag-and-drop logic, CLI, and custom extensions SensorVM acts as the programmable brain of decentralized machines — turning task logic into provable, financialized action. *** #### 📚 Subpages: * [Sensor Virtual Machine](https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/project-utility/what-is-sensor-vm/sensor-virtual-machine) * [Mechanics](https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/project-utility/what-is-sensor-vm/mechanics) * [Revenue Source](https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/project-utility/what-is-sensor-vm/revenue-source) --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://sensorvm.gitbook.io/sensorvm-docs/project-utility/what-is-sensor-vm.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.