A smart home can automatically maintain the required microclimate and control various devices and systems. Let’s take a closer look at the areas of application of the automation system.
Lighting control
Smart home technology allows you to adjust the lighting by controlling devices located both inside and outside the house.
The system offers a wide range of possibilities that can be implemented according to the lighting control:
- Dual control. You can turn on/off the lights when you are away from home.
- Dimming. You can adjust the light output according to the user’s preferences. Thanks to the sensor, the light output will be smoothly adjusted depending on the time of day and the amount of natural light.
- Adjustment of light intensity and color temperature.
- Automatic switching on of lights in the dark.
- Opening and closing of blinds or curtains is performed according to the previously set mode.
- Remote control of sockets. If necessary, you can turn off electrical appliances remotely.
- Turning on the lights using a motion sensor. Automation will turn on the lights when there is movement. Thus, you will not have to constantly use the light switch or have the lights on in corridors, stairs, and other rooms.
Lighting technology in a smart home is about creating a high level of comfort for people. Users will be able to choose the ideal lighting modes for their needs, as well as customize the algorithms for turning on/off the light based on the day mode. The system is also able to provide security by simulating a person’s presence in the house (turning on and off lights in different rooms) in their absence.
Security control
Thanks to the elements of the system, a smart home is able to provide complete security for homeowners and their climate systems. To equip the security function, you need sensors, timers, and sensors that will monitor various systems:
- Water supply. Sensors are installed in the house that send a signal to the controller in case of a leak. If they are present, the system will shut off the water supply.
- Fire safety system. To avoid a fire in the building, smoke detectors and an automatic fire extinguishing system are installed.
- Security system. In case of illegal entry into the building, the alarm system will be activated, and the owners and security services will be notified. Thanks to video surveillance, you will be able to remotely see through any camera what is happening on the territory and inside the building.
- Electricity and gas supply. Alerts about the danger of a short circuit or leakage.
- Smart lighting system. Simulating a person’s stay at home – turning on and off the lights by time – will help prevent strangers from entering the house.
- Microclimate control
- The microclimate is controlled by controlling climate systems: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. To do this, the user needs to set the desired microclimate parameters in each zone. The system will automatically maintain the required parameters thanks to the sensors, whose task is to record the microclimate and transmit data to the main module.
Benefits of microclimate control with a smart home:
- Reduced costs for maintaining optimal parameters in the building. To save resources, you can set the minimum acceptable climate parameters while you are away from home. By the time you return, the smart home will create optimal settings for each room.
- Thanks to the automated system, you don’t have to spend your time constantly adjusting the microclimate parameters.
- The combination of all climate control devices into one system allows you to avoid inconsistent operation of devices.
Control of household devices
The functionality of the smart home system includes the control of household appliances. Such devices may include refrigerators, kettles, ovens, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, speakers, etc. Smart appliances can save you time, as you can turn on your appliances remotely through an app on your phone.
Territory maintenance
The smart home system can solve problems not only in the house but also in the adjacent territory. The following actions can be included in the yard care package:
- Watering the lawn involves remote activation of the function, setting up automatic control according to soil moisture, ambient temperature, and adjusting the intensity of the liquid spray.
- Gate control. With this function, you can organize: remote or automatic opening of the gate thanks to motion sensors, as well as automatic closing of the gate after a specified time.
- Snow melting. At the touch of a button, you can turn on the heating of the roof and paths, which will help to avoid the formation of icicles and melt the snow on the walking area.