A smart home designed around rules like “always leave the porch light in the on position” might work for you and maybe a few ...

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The wireless Gira KNX RF system can be installed in new and existing buildings without extensive renovation work. KNX is the worldwide standard for smart building technology and RF refers to radio ...

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Consider installing a smart outlet in places where a typical smart plug is vulnerable to unplugging -- like a child's bedroom or a narrow hallway. Likewise, smart outlets are ideal for locations that ...

Dealing with battery runtime in smart-home sensors. Developing high-efficiency power supplies with a boost converter and a buck-boost converter. An example of a nanopowered smoke detector system.

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The first look at ADT’s yet-to-be-announced Smart Home Security system shows it takes design cues and features ...

As the world grapples with impacts from climate changes and increasing natural resource scarcity, the pursuit of a sustainable future is more critical than ever. As such, it is important to explore ...