Introduction to Artificial Intelligence.

A home is a “Smart home” when it use of technical systems, automated processes and connected, remote-controlled devices for security, convenience, comfort, and entertainment. Smart home applications through communication channels creates a unique ecosystem that makes your life easy and ensure efficient use of energy. Appliances and devices that can communicate on a home network include some appliances, lighting, heating, A/C, shades, security system, sound systems, TVs, and so much more. With AI integrated appliance lights, doors and appliances can be switched ON/OFF through smartphones or voice command operated home assistant like Alexa. Remote controlled washing machines can be turned on, and home temperature can be set before reaching home.

AI integrated operations include:

•  Remote control of appliances and devices

•  Communication and synchronization between Devices and autonomous decision making

•  Follow and respond to the pre-set rules

•  Functional on multiple platforms through mobile apps/browsers

•  Send notifications in the form of alerts or messages to users

Examples of AI integrated devices:

• Smart voice-controlled assistants

• Smart Surveillance Systems

• Smart Lights

• Smart TV

• Smart heating system

• Smart doors (main entrance, garage)

• Smart Vacuum Cleaner

• Smart dishwashers and washing machines

• Automatic shades

• Smart Smoke detectors and alarm system

Benefits of a smart home: -

• Receive instant security alerts:  intruder alert, fire hazard warning, etc.

• Remote surveillance of home

• Energy efficiency – Connecting smart appliance in your smart home to be controlled remotely and optimize workflow in order to minimize energy consumption and avoid wastage

• Home Assistants like google home, Amazon Alexa to help control your smart home with simple voice commands like creating shopping lists, managing your calendar, placing orders in amazon for groceries and other utilities.

Activity – Dream Smart Home

Now that you have a better understanding of a smart home let us revisit your dream smart home activity you are required to think about your future smart home and write down the ideas about the various devices you envision in your smart home