Home Automation System Research Articles

Design and Implementation of Home Automation using Amazon Alexa

Abstract: The design and implementation of a home automation system using Amazon Alexa, a voice-controlled virtual assistant. With the rapid growth of smart home technology, integrating voice control capabilities has become a popular and convenient way to interact with home automation systems. The proposed system leverages the power of Amazon Alexa to enable users to control and monitor various household appliances through voice commands. The system consists of a cloud-based backend for data storage and processing, a smart home hub for device control, and a mobile application for user interaction. The hardware and software components, including devices, sensors, and communication protocols, are carefully selected and integrated into the system. The integration with Amazon Alexa Skills Kit allows the system to understand and process voice commands effectively. A case study is presented to demonstrate the practical application of the system in a typical home environment. The results showcase the system's efficiency, convenience, and user satisfaction. This project contributes to the growing field of home automation and highlights the potential of voice-controlled virtual assistants like Amazon Alexa in improving the functionality and usability of smart homes. The proposed system encompasses a cloud-based backend, a smart home hub, and a mobile application to facilitate seamless control and monitoring of various household appliances and devices through voice commands. The selection and integration of appropriate hardware and software components, including devices, sensors, and communication protocols, are thoroughly discussed. Furthermore, the system is integrated with the Amazon Alexa Skills Kit to enable effective processing of voice commands. A detailed case study is presented, highlighting the system's practical application within a typical home environment. The results demonstrate the system's efficacy, emphasizing its convenience, efficiency, and user satisfaction. This project contributes to the ever-growing field of home automation, showcasing the potential of voice-controlled virtual assistants, such as Amazon Alexa, to enhance the functionality and user experience of smart homes. Future enhancements and research directions are also discussed, paving the way for further advancements in this domain.

IoT Based Smart Home Automation and Security

Abstract: Over the past few decades, home automation systems have been increasingly popular because they increase comfort and quality of life. A microcontroller and a smartphone are the main components of most contemporary home automation systems. A smart phoneapplication is used to manage and monitor the home appliances via various types of communication. Due of their narrow scope, the current techniques have limitations. The implementation of this project, "IOT- based smart security and smart home automation," has been completed in order to overcome these problems. The concept focuses on "home automation," which is the control of lights and fans, as well as smart security by sending a picture taken by email to the owner via the internet when an object is recognized. This project will be carried out using the "Raspberry Pi" module. This will be especially beneficial to the crippled and elderly.

Impact of Internet of Things (IoT) on Home Automation and Energy Management

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies into home automation and energy management systems has sparked a transformative wave, reshaping the way energy is consumed and managed within households. Employing a mixed-methods research approach, this study investigated the multifaceted impact of IoT-driven solutions. Through structured surveys and qualitative interviews, the study revealed a 20% reduction in energy consumption after IoT implementation, highlighting the potential for sustainable energy practices. Participants reported heightened satisfaction with the convenience of remote control and observed significant cost savings in energy bills. However, data privacy and security concerns emerged as challenges, emphasizing the need for broad safeguards. The study contributes to the evolving discourse on IoT's potential to revolutionize domestic energy consumption and automation, emphasizing the synthesis of efficiency and user comfort in smart homes

A Cost Effective Smart Home Automation System Using NodeMcu

Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) is paving the way for a smart, computing-enabled future in some aspects. Using wireless connectivity and rising automation technologies, all of the appliances in a home may be connected and communicated with.It aims to delegate other responsibilities, such as simple monitoring of various phenomena around us, and to make a variety of tasks easier for users.In this tutorial, we will use NodeMCU to build a cost-effective home automation system. This platform is used to control home appliances such as lighting, fans, and air conditioning from a distance. The fundamental purpose of this proposed effort is to design a system that is affordable (cost-effective), small, and scalable.

A Secure and Smart Home Automation System with Speech Recognition and Power Measurement Capabilities.

The advancement in the internet of things (IoT) technologies has made it possible to control and monitor electronic devices at home with just the touch of a button. This has made people lead much more comfortable lifestyles. Elderly people and those with disabilities have especially benefited from voice-assisted home automation systems that allow them to control their devices with simple voice commands. However, the widespread use of cloud-based services in these systems, such as those offered by Google and Amazon, has made them vulnerable to cyber-attacks. To ensure the proper functioning of these systems, a stable internet connection and a secure environment free from cyber-attacks are required. However, the quality of the internet is often low in developing countries, which makes it difficult to access the services these systems offer. Additionally, the lack of localization in voice assistants prevents people from using voice-assisted home automation systems in these countries. To address these challenges, this research proposes an offline home automation system. Since the internet and cloud services are not required for an offline system, it can perform its essential functions, while ensuring protection against cyber-attacks and can provide quick responses. It offers additional features, such as power usage tracking and the optimization of linked devices.

An Automation Script Generation Technique for the Smart Home

A home automation system means monitoring and controlling various kinds of devices in the home remotely using the Internet of things (IoT). Technologies such as natural language processing techniques, user-friendly visual programming, and machine intelligence programming are already available for home automation. For such systems, the increase in the number of devices often makes users focused on the system’s ability to perform complex or composing tasks. However, some existing natural language processing systems can only perform simple tasks and cannot meet users’ needs. Thus, it is difficult for users to develop the home automation systems they need using visual programming systems because of the large amount of programming knowledge required. Meanwhile, automatic programming without user action can only write a few lines of code and implement little functionality. There are relatively few tools available for generating home automation scripting languages. To address this problem, we propose a practical method for generating executable home automation scripts using Chinese texts. Our method includes the following steps: it extracts critical information from the command sentences in Chinese; it uses first-order logic to check the validity of the extracted information; based on the validation, the correct sentences are mapped into the intermediate language scripts, which can interface with different home platforms. We conducted experiments on Home Assistant, converted intermediate scripts to Home Assistant, and collected 600 scenario descriptions. The experimental results show that the method can automatically generate executable scripts for the Home Assistant platform, and the correct rate was 93.66%.

Real-Time Detection of Intruders Using an Acoustic Sensor and Internet-of-Things Computing.

Modern home automation systems include features that enhance security, such as cameras and radars. This paper proposes an innovative home security system that can detect burglars by analyzing acoustic signals and instantly notifying the authorized person(s). The system architecture incorporates the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT), resulting in a network and a user-friendly system. The proposed system uses an adaptive detection algorithm, namely the "short-time-average through long-time-average" algorithm. The proposed algorithm is implemented by an IoT device (Arduino Duo) to detect people's acoustical activities for the purpose of home/office security. The performance of the proposed system is evaluated using 10 acoustic signals representing actual events and background noise. The acoustic signals were generated by the sounds of keys shaking, the falling of a small object, the shrinking of a plastic bag, speaking, footsteps, etc. The effects of different algorithms' parameters on the performance of the proposed system have been thoroughly investigated.

Development of an Android Based Home Automation System

As automation technology keeps advancing, the future of modern homes is continually changing from manual system into automatic ones that include remote control process. A Conventional means of accessing home electronic appliances is rigid and demands user presence to attend to different locations of such appliances before they can be used, this can be stressful for the elderly, the cripples, and provides limited ease of operation for everyone. The need for wireless communication function of the home appliances becomes very important in order to increase the flexibility of accessing them remotely by a user. Accessing and control of electronic devices and appliances used at home through a remote process is the main purpose for the development of a portable home automation system using app that is based on an android phone. ESP8266 microcontroller was interfaced to a servo motor that controls door movement and also to an AC bulb through a relay at the signal receiver end of the system. An MIT application inventor platform was used to build a mobile app on an android phone at the signal transmitter end of the system; this enables the transmission of on and off signals to the receiver end through Wi-Fi connection to access the connected loads (door and lamp). The hardware and software architecture of the developed home automation system was described in this paper. Implementation of a prototype of the designed system was carried out after which the system was tested on hardware as it yields expected results.

IoT-based smarthomes to increase home selling price

Smarthome is a system that has been programmed and can work with the help of a microcontroller to integrate and control a device or home appliance automatically and efficiently. The purpose of creating this technology is to facilitate energy savings, get comfort and be able to control it only with a smartphone. In the research entitled "IoT based Smart Home Automation System using Sensor Node". This stage of development will use several microcontrollers as sensor nodes. Microcontroller nodes will control such as lights, doors, fans. In this study, it used several types of sensors such as RFID, reed switch, temperature and microcontrollers that will be used by the ESP8266 MCU Node. All data from sensor readings will be sent to the Blynk server. As a data viewer and control center will use the Blynk application. This can also increase the selling price of the house to be sold by the developer.

A Systematic Literature Review of the Interplay between Renewable Energy Systems and Occupant Practices

The development of renewable energy systems offers a potential solution to energy consumption in the residential sector. These systems face many barriers and challenges regarding the nature of home energy demand and behaviors of household occupants. These barriers are discussed in innovation theory, which describes how people assess new technologies. A systematic literature review of 123 journals was conducted to explore the interrelationship between energy systems, home energy demand and occupant practices. This identified key gaps in the literature and important takeaways from past research showing the limitations of renewable energy systems in integrating into everyday lives. There are numerous personal and social barriers that inhibit behavior change and limit the penetration of renewable systems. Additionally, the development of social norms and institutional rhythms have resulted in people living in a lock-in lifestyle, with limited flexibility for change. This review discusses the role of technology, consumers and policies, and how they must all interact to create a sustainable and effective energy solution to this climate emergency. The next step is to reevaluate the design of home automation and energy management systems to consider the impacts of different lifestyles and routines.

Automatic Home with The Nodemcu Esp8266 and The Blynk Apps

With advancement of Automation technology, life is getting simpler and easier in all aspects. In today’s world Automatic systems are being preferred over manual system. With the rapid increase in the number of users of internet over the past decade has made Internet a part and parcel of life, and IoT is the latest and emerging internet technology. Internet of things is a growing network of everyday object-from industrial machine to consumer goods that can share information and complete tasks while you are busy with other activities. Wireless Home Automation system (HAS) using IoT is a system that uses computers or mobile devices to control basic home functions and features automatically through internet from anywhere around the world, an automated home is sometimes called a smart home. It is meant to save the electric power and human energy. The home automation system differs from other system by allowing the user to operate the system from anywhere around the world through internet connection. In this paper we present a Home Automation system (HAS) using Blynk Community that employs the integration of cloud networking, wireless communication, to provide the user with remote control of various lights, fans, and appliances within their home and storing the data in the cloud. The system will automatically change on the basis of sensors data. This system is designed to be low cost and expandable allowing a variety of devices to be controlled.

Home Automation Using Brain Signals

In this time of digitization and computerization, the life of individuals is getting more straightforward as nearly everything is programmed. This interconnection of the things can be used to help people with physical disabilities including paralysis. The brain signals of such people can be harnessed to create a home automation system. In this work, the concentration levels of such individuals are extracted using the EEG signals. These signals are then used to control the electronic devices. The designed system has been tested to operate the switching of an electric bulb using brain signals. This system can also be extended to assist a physically impaired individual to have effective control over electrical and electronic appliances and devices within a home.

Revolutionizing IOT based Home Automation using Arduino

Abtsract: With increased involvement of technology in our interpersonal lives, home automation is a growing concept and a popular one. Nowadays, Internet is mixed with almost all our daily chores or at least that is the goal so why leave our homes behind? Our team has created an affordable and adaptable home automation system that is grounded by a smartphonecontrolled robot. The aim of this project is to use the Arduino board with a Bluetooth module to design a home automation system. The transmission of information between the smartphone and Arduino occurs via a wireless medium, with added security measures to prevent unauthorized access to the household appliances.By incorporating the latest technology, this home automation system provides convenience, security, and safety for households where time is limited. The main focus of this design is to allow the control of smart homes using smartphones, providing a security- focused solution for when residents are away. Our goal is to make home appliance control simple and user- friendly,with an econimic and simplistic engineering design using Bluetooth technology. This system can handle various devices automatically, including appliances like vacuums, light bulbs, and automatic doors.

IOT based Home Automation System

Abstract: This research paper presents an IoT-based home automation system that uses an ESP32 microcontroller to communicate using the ESP32 NOW protocol. The system allows users to remotely monitor and control home appliances through a mobile application. The paper discusses the hardware and software components of the system, including the ESP32 microcontroller, sensors and actuators, and mobile applications. It also describes the communication protocols used for data transfer and user interface design for mobile applications. The proposed system offers several advantages such as low power consumption, high data transfer rate and easy scalability. It also offers users an easy and friendly interface to manage home devices remotely. The results of the experimental evaluation of the system show its efficiency and reliability, indicating that it can be a promising solution for the implementation of smart home automation. Overall, this paper provides valuable insights into the development of IoT-based home automation systems using ESP32 and Flutter technologies that can be useful for researchers and practitioners interested in this field.

A Review on Intruder Alarm System

Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive description, from a security and accessibility perspective, of various security systems and technologies. For everyone who owns or rents a home, home security should be a top concern. Every individual needs a safe and secure residential space. Most of the market’s security systems; however, are either costly or unsafe. Many times there are a number of loopholes present in the security systems and security devices which can be breached easily. The various security automation technologies considered in this review paper include Fiber sensor, Accelerometer, Global Mobile Communication System, Mobile Home Automation Systems, Internet Home Automation Systems. There is a decrease in the price of sensors as we see progress in the technology market, which makes vibration signature identification systems a cheap and effective alternative to the expensive security systems on the market

IOT Based Home Automation System over Cloud

Abstract: The proposed home automation system capitalizes on the NodeMCU board's versatility and the Arduino IoT Cloud platform's capabilities to establish a robust and efficient solution. This powerful combination enables seamless connectivity, real-time data exchange, and remote control of home devices via the internet and Alexa Voice Assistance integration. Users can effortlessly monitor and manage their homes from anywhere using web or mobile interfaces, offering unparalleled flexibility. The IoT home automation system encompasses essential features such as device control, energy management, security, and environmental monitoring. Leveraging the Arduino IoT Cloud platform, users gain easy access to configure and personalize their automation settings. They can establish custom rules and receive notifications based on predefined events or specific conditions, enhancing their overall automation experience.

Wireless Home Automation System Using IOT and Node MCU Learning

Abstract: The Internet of Things commonly known as IOT (Internet of Things), refers to any device that can be connected to Internet and further controlled using it. Home Automation Systems(HAS) involves the control and automation of lighting, ventilation, security. A wireless home automation system is developed in way that a different set of tasks are performed automatically. This system allows one to wirelessly control lights, fans, air conditioners, television sets, security cameras, etc.

ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING DESIGN - A CASE STUDY OF JIGME NAMGYEL ENGINEERING COLLEGE

Home Automation Systems are sets of interconnected devices for controlling various functions within a house, such as lighting, heating, air conditioning etc. Mobile devices are suitable for offering a user interface in a Home Automation System because of their portability and diverse capabilities. Wireless Home Automation has been a positive inspiration for new construction as it is easier and effective to use. This Project Report presents the implementation of the wireless technology for controlling the Home Utilities, Home Security System with specific features and door lock system by using scanning technique. In this system, with the help of app, we can control Home Utilities wirelessly that intelligently communicate with one another through a wireless device. In addition, that we have installed motion and gas detector for security purpose with special features like notifying the owner with message and beeping the buzzer. Lastly, we are also installing door lock system for better security using fingerprint that will allow only authorized user to access the home.

IoT based smart home automation using blockchain and deep learning models.

For the past few years, the concept of the smart house has gained popularity. The major challenges concerning a smart home include data security, privacy issues, authentication, secure identification, and automated decision-making of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Currently, existing home automation systems address either of these challenges, however, home automation that also involves automated decision-making systems and systematic features apart from being reliable and safe is an absolute necessity. The current study proposes a deep learning-driven smart home system that integrates a Convolutional neural network (CNN) for automated decision-making such as classifying the device as "ON" and "OFF" based on its utilization at home. Additionally, to provide a decentralized, secure, and reliable mechanism to assure the authentication and identification of the IoT devices we integrated the emerging blockchain technology into this study. The proposed system is fundamentally comprised of a variety of sensors, a 5 V relay circuit, and Raspberry Pi which operates as a server and maintains the database of each device being used. Moreover, an android application is developed which communicates with the Raspberry Pi interface using the Apache server and HTTP web interface. The practicality of the proposed system for home automation is tested and evaluated in the lab and in real-time to ensure its efficacy. The current study also assures that the technology and hardware utilized in the proposed smart house system are inexpensive, widely available, and scalable. Furthermore, the need for a more comprehensive security and privacy model to be incorporated into the design phase of smart homes is highlighted by a discussion of the risks analysis' implications including cyber threats, hardware security, and cyber attacks. The experimental results emphasize the significance of the proposed system and validate its usability in the real world.

Smart Home Automation System Based on Li-Fi Technology

In general, home automation means controlling the utilities and features of the household appliances. To achieve this most automation systems use Wi-Fi as a communication technology. But when it comes to Wi-Fi the overall setup cost will be higher and it also not possible to connect all the household appliances to the network. For that we had proposed a system called smart home automation system based on Li-Fi technology. Since its Li-Fi, a VLC, we can use our domestic household LED lights as a transmitting source. This system will control the power up function of the appliances. And the overall setup of this system is very simple on both the hardware and software sides. The specific light encoded data will be transmitted by the LEDs and decoded by photodiode at the receiver section. By implementing this Li-Fi technology in home automation will bring the new era of automation with simple, speed, cost-effective and secure features. And this will be the dual benefits of both luminance and automation in a single implementation setup. And on the security side also it will provide secure communication with the ability to be impenetrable through physical objects because of the nature of light. Not only smart devices, every electrical device can be operated with this technology implementation. Key Word: Home Automation; LI-FI; Sensor; Connection; Future