Home Automation

It may also include home security such as access control and alarm systems.A home automation system typically connects controlled devices to a central hub or “gateway”. The user interface for control of the system uses either wall-mounted terminals, tablet or desktop computers, a mobile phone application, or a Web interface that may also be accessible off-site through the Internet. When designing and creating a home automation system, engineers take into account several factors including scalability, how well the devices can be monitored and controlled, ease of installation and use for the consumer, affordability, speed, security, and ability to diagnose issues.

Applications:

• Lighting control system: a “smart” network that incorporates communication between various lighting system inputs and outputs, using one or more central computing devices.
• Occupancy-aware control system: it is possible to sense the occupancy of the home using smart meters which can be integrated into the building automation system to trigger automatic responses for your desired needs.
• Appliance control and integration with the smart grid and a smart meter