What Is IOT Based Home Automation, Scope and How It Works?
Home Automation is a concept that primarily encompasses the ongoing R&D and implementation towards controlling the everyday electric home appliances with a tip of the finger, remotely. This encompasses optimum energy use, enhanced energy conversion, affordable lighting solutions, security solutions, centralized home entertainment systems, etc. Home automation based on the Internet of Things or IoT will use cloud-based computing or internet protocols (IPs) to control all devices in a smart home.
- Working of IoT-based Home Automation?
- Cloud connectivity: access on the go
A networking system based on the cloud will involve data storage and maintenance over an internet location. A user can hence access the data from anywhere in the world, by sending a command to the hub from a remote location, over the cloud, using their smartphones. The hub now triggers sensors to perform the required actions.
- Instantly get notified
One of the key features of IoT home automation systems is real-time monitoring, coupled with instant notifications. Events can also be scheduled because the hub is connected through the internet over the cloud. The cloud n/w receives all user inputs and sends them to the hub, based upon scheduled events. The new status is also updated over the cloud based on the signals from the target sensors, and an end-user can be instantly notified.
2. IFTTT integration
Triggering all actions iteratively is difficult in a day-to-day schedule. That is where the IF this then that (IFTTT) integration comes into play. In all cases where the target action takes place only when the IF condition is satisfied, a cascading effect of actions is created. For example, if moisture levels are below a certain point, water sprinklers can be turned on. The range of possibilities created by IFTTT integration makes life more comfortable.
Scope of IoT-based Home Automation
The scope of IoT-based home automation increases by the day because it is a growing technology.
- Integrating smart home devices
Small things at home will be controlled through voice commands and smartphones. This will make daily life simpler and accurate. Spotify songs can be played by voice command. Google has come up with two new home speakers, Home Max and Home Mini.
- Automation outside homes
Sensors will inform people if parking space is available or not, irrespective of where they are. Additional security will also be available with AI implements. Sensors may also be used for streetlights.
- Smart devices
Smart mirrors can be developed that play music, TV may be used for social media, while the fridge may sense outside temperature and work accordingly. Similarly, drones may be used to deliver packages at the right time.
How Beneficial is IoT based home automation for Businesses?
By 2023, the smart office market is stipulated to reach $46.11 billion. Advantages of IoT for smart offices include energy savings, as power resources can be used more efficiently. Lighting can be auto-adjusted in the office. Higher employee comfort levels boost their productivity. Business operations are similarly automated, and employees can focus on the more critical tasks. Workplace safety also enhances through access control systems, security cameras, and connected sensors.
