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Sales of smart home devices accelerate in Brazil as consumers seek security and surveillance



Integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with smart home systems penetration of 5G in industrial manufacturing, integration of IoT and cloud connectivity with smart home devices, and adoption of adaptive learning technology to enhance capabilities of HVAC control devices are the key technologies changing the smart home landscape throughout the world.


The concept of smart homes can be transformed with the integration of IoT services and cloud computing, by embedding intelligence into sensors and actuators, networking of smart things using corresponding technologies, facilitating interactions with smart things using cloud computing for easy access in different locations, increasing computation power, storage space and improving data exchange efficiency.




Sales of smart home devices accelerate in Brazil




Security is a major focus of smart home systems. Advanced smart security systems can notify users, who are away from their home in case of intrusion; moreover, they provide room-by-room surveillance. Access control systems play an important role in providing security to residential areas. These systems have evolved since their inception to provide efficient and user-friendly utilization. On the back of their capability to ensure high efficiency and sophistication, home automation and control systems are being deployed in smart homes to increase the level of security.


Smart home products find applications in almost all devices, including HVAC, lighting, entertainment, home appliances, kitchen, and healthcare, within a house. Lighting controllers such as dimmers, timers, switches, and sensors enable homeowners to keep a check on the lightings within the household. Energy management products such as HVAC controls, smart thermostats, smart meters, and smart plugs enable consumers to check the electricity consumption within the household using different mediums. The smart home industry has also been successful in providing automated features for entertainment and security devices within the household.


The UK held the largest share of the smart home market in Europe. This can be attributed to the construction industry in the UK as well as the combined efforts from the government and citizens alike to promote reduced carbon emissions and conservation of energy. The UK is at the forefront of the adoption of smart homes related products. The government has also prioritized the issue of fire accidents and safety and has formed certain objectives regarding infrastructure investment to meet this demand. The UK has experienced a noticeable increase in the use of surveillance systems as well and is one of the global leaders in the use of video surveillance equipment in most public premises


North America is expected to capture the largest share of the global smart home market by 2026. It is home to some of the prominent smart home market players, including Honeywell (US), Ingersoll-Rand (US), Johnson Controls (US), Lutron Electronics (US), Acuity Brands (US), and Crestron Electronics (US). Factors such as the increased demand for reliable home energy management systems, enhanced home security levels, improved device standards, and the growth in popularity of integration of smart devices, such as tablets, smartphones, and standalone voice assistants, in homes, drive the market in North America. The number of smart homes in North America, especially in the US, is higher than that in any other region in the world. Thus, the market in this region is expected to grow at a steady pace during the forecast period.


Difficulties linking disparate systems, limited functionality, and lack of open standards, risk of device malfunctioning, and compatibility issues between devices of different companies are some other challenges in smart home market space.


The global smart home market is expected to grow exponentially in the near future. The significant traction for smart homes all over the world can be attributed to the sense of comfort, safety, and convenience they provide. North America is expected to be the leading shareholder in the smart home market during the forecast period.


The UK held the largest share of the smart home market in Europe. This can be attributed to the construction industry in the UK as well as the combined efforts from the government and citizens alike to promote reduced carbon emissions and conservation of energy. The UK is at the forefront of the adoption of smart homes related products. The government has also prioritized the issue of fire accidents and safety and has formed certain objectives regarding infrastructure investment to meet this demand. The UK has experienced a noticeable increase in the use of surveillance systems as well and is one of the global leaders in the use of video surveillance equipment in most public premises.


10 PROTOCOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES USED IN SMART HOMES (Page No. - 358) 10.1 INTRODUCTION FIGURE 87 SMART HOME PROTOCOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES 10.2 CELLULAR NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES 10.2.1 CDMA NETWORK 10.2.1.1 CDMA helps control smart home appliances and systems using channel access method 10.2.2 GSM/HSPA NETWORK 10.2.2.1 GSM modems control home appliances via Short Message Service (SMS) text messages FIGURE 88 GSM/HSPA NETWORK SETUP 10.2.3 LTE NETWORK 10.2.3.1 LTE enables real-time transfer of data across the network to remotely control smart home applications 10.3 PROTOCOLS AND STANDARDS 10.3.1 DALI 10.3.1.1 DALI is a full-duplex system that brings digital technology into lighting sector FIGURE 89 WIRING FOR DALI FLUORESCENT DIMMING 10.3.2 NEMA 10.3.2.1 NEMA standardizes necessary control devices needed to build complete lighting systems 10.3.3 KNX 10.3.3.1 KNX is an open standard supporting five communication media, making it versatile to use 10.3.4 DMX 10.3.4.1 DMX standard is used in communication networks that control lights and effects 10.3.5 LONWORKS 10.3.5.1 LonWorks helps in building automation applications designed on low bandwidth for networking devices FIGURE 90 LONWORKS NETWORK SETUP 10.3.6 ETHERNET 10.3.6.1 Ethernet-based systems are used in home entertainment systems or whole-house automation solutions 10.3.7 MODBUS 10.3.7.1 MODBUS communication protocol transmits information between electronic devices over serial lines or via Ethernet 10.3.8 BACNET 10.3.8.1 BACnet protocol is commonly used in building automation applications such as HVAC control, fire detection and alarm, lighting control, security, smart elevators, and utility company interface 10.3.9 BLACK BOX 10.3.9.1 Black Box helps in home automation and integration of home devices into a single console 10.3.10 PLC 10.3.10.1 PLC technology uses electric power for data transmission 10.4 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES FIGURE 91 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES 10.4.1 ZIGBEE 10.4.1.1 ZigBee wireless standard is used in smart homes to carry small amounts of data over mid-range 10.4.2 Z-WAVE 10.4.2.1 Z-Wave technology is used in wireless residential control products and services 10.4.3 WI-FI 10.4.3.1 Wi-Fi is ideal for medium and small home automation systems for data transmission across short distances 10.4.4 BLUETOOTH 10.4.4.1 Bluetooth technology ensures interoperability, minimal interference, and energy efficiency in areas like automation, control, security, and energy management 10.4.5 ENOCEAN 10.4.5.1 EnOcean is designed for smart home solutions dependent on energy-producing technologies 10.4.6 THREAD 10.4.6.1 Thread protocol is a common standard used in smart home applications to connect them over Internet and with Cloud 10.4.7 INFRARED 10.4.7.1 Infrared wireless protocol is used for short and medium-range communications and control in smart home applications 2ff7e9595c


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