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文献信息:文献标题:Energy conservation through smart homes in a smart city: A lesson for Singapore households(智能城市的智能家居节能:新加坡家庭的一课)国外作者:Abhishek Bhati,Michael Hansen,Ching Man Chan文献出处:《Energy Policy》,2017,104:230-239字数统计:英文3346单词,18633字符;中文5741汉字外文文献:Energy conservation through smart homes in a smart city:A lesson for Singapore householdsAbstract Energy saving is a hot topic due to the proliferation of climate changes and energy challenges globally. However, people's perception about using smart technology for energy saving is still in the concept stage. This means that people talk about environmental awareness readily, yet in reality, they accept to pay the given energy bill. Due to the availability of electricity and itsintegral role,modulating consumers' attitudes towardsenergysavingscan be a challenge. Notably, the gap in today's smart technology design in smart homes is the understanding of consumers' behaviour and the integration of this understanding into the smart technology. As part of the Paris Climate change agreement (2015), it is paramount for Singapore to introduce smart technologies targeted to reduce energy consumption. This paper focused on the perception of Singapore households on smart technology and its usage to save energy. Areas of current research include: (1)energyconsumptioninSingaporehouseholds, (2) public programs and policies in energy savings, (3) use of technology in energy savings, and (4) household perception of energy savings in smart homes. Furthermore, three casestudiesarereviewedinrelation to smart homes and smart technology, whilediscussing the maturity of existing solutions.Keywords:Energy conservation, Household perception, Smart homes, Singapore1.IntroductionClimate change is a global challenge. The change in the global climate system is directly caused by human activities, which is giving rise to the highest greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions in human history (Pachauri and Meyer, 2014). Studies have shown that GHG have attributed to extreme weather and changes to natural and human systems (Pachauri and Meyer, 2014). These climate changes include floods, droughts, and interrupted food production, which ultimately force people to migrate to safer areas. Extensive exposure to heat waves also affect people's health negatively, and may even spread diseases across multiple territories (Xu, 2015). According to Pachauri and Meyer (2014), electricity and heat production contributed to 25% of the highest proportion of total global GHG emission. This highlights the importance and urgency of sustainable energy consumption to reduce GHG emissions.In line with the Paris agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in December 2015 (National Climate Change Secretariat, 2016a), Singapore has pledged to reduce 36% of GHG emissions from year 2005 by 2030. Even as a relatively small country, Singapore is also affected by climate change. Statistics show that Singapore's average temperature has risen from 26.6°C to 27.7 °C from year 1972 to 2014, with the rise in annualsea levels at between 1.2 and 1.7 mm from year 1975 to 2009 (National Climate Change Secretariat, 2016b). Besides making international commitment, Singapore has made conscious efforts to change internally to deal with climate change.Given the global environmental issues, there is a global trend and demand for energy saving and smart technology to increase the efficiency of energy consumption. According to the Energy Market Authority (EMA; 2015), households account for approximately 15% of electricity consumption in Singapore. Under the Energy Conservation Act (2012), the Mandatory Energy Labelling was introduced for registered goods in Singapore. This means that all electrical appliances (refrigerators,air conditioners, etc.) sold in Singapore must be energy labeled.The role of smart home technologies to increase energy efficiencies in households is becoming increasingly important. A survey has been conducted on the consumers' perception and awareness towards adapting new technologies, as wellas therole of thesetechnologiesin saving energy. According to Balta-Ozkan et al. (2014), a smart-home is a home equipped with connected devices, appliances and sensors that can communicate with each other, and can be controlled remotely. These functions provide consumers the flexibility of monitoring its electricity consumption and making lifestyle changes to save electricity. Moreover, Balta-Ozkan et al. (2013) noted that a smart home does not only provide benefits of efficient energy management, but also provides benefits such as improved lifestyle, security and safety. Smart metering, appliances and home automation devices are some of the many technologies that can be used to change electricity consumption patterns of households (Paetz, 2011).This article aims to find out the households' behaviors on energy consumptions; it also attempts to identify the benefits and obstacles on the implementation on smart home technologies, and how it should be done for it to be successful.2.Methods and aimsThere is a global trend and demand for smart technology to reduce energy consumption. According to Pachauri and Meyer (2014), electricity and heat production contributed to 25% of the highest proportion of total global GHG emission. This highlights the importance and urgency of sustainable energy consumption in order to reduce the emissions of GHG. Although the Singapore government has been promoting a lot of policies and programs about energy saving, there has been very few empirical studies on energy saving conducted in Singapore households. Many overseas studies have shown that households are very positive to the idea of saving energy through smart homes and are willing to invest in new technologies. However, those findings cannot be generalized to Singapore's context, as culture, infrastructure, eco-system, support from government and other factors might be different inSingapore. Therefore, there is a critical need to understand energy saving in Singapore households through smart homes.The current research will explore the perception of households on energy saving and give fair understanding about the acceptance of smart technologies in Singapore households. The research aims to achieve the following:A1: To evaluate success stories on saving energy in urban households through smart homesA2: To explore Singapore household perceptions on saving energy through smart homesA1 covers the research of three case studies that have implemented smart homes to save energy in urban cities. These success stories will provide better insights on how smart homes and how smart technologies can be used to save energy. The case studies have been selected based on their research with smart home technology and related energy savings. Moreover, they aligned with this papers sections covering policies, smart homes and consumer's perception of energy savings.A2 covers an online survey conducted to receive insights on energy consumption in Singapore households by looking at the effectiveness of government policies to save energy, usage of smart technologies in households, and households' perception about energy saving through smart homes Two hundred households were randomly selected for the study. A total of 131 valid responses were received via mail showing a 66% response rate. The questionnaire comprised of closed ended questions categorised under four sections: energy consumption in Singapore; public policy on energy saving in Singapore; use of technology in energy saving and household perceptions of energy saving.Since Singapore is one of the most developed countries in the world and its government is actively promoting policies and programs to save energy, it is predicted that Singapore households will have a positive perception towards energy saving and will see benefits of using smart technologies. This will directly address some of the environmental issues and reduce households' electricity bills.Case studies: Global success stories of energy savings in urban households.Case 1:Chinese consumer attitudes towards energy saving: The case of household electrical appliances in Chongqing.Key words: Government Policies, Energy efficiency, energy savingsMa et al. (2013) conducted a case-study which explored 246 consumer's attitudes towards energy savings through a questionnaire over a one-year period from 2009 to 2010. The survey was conducted in Chongqing, China and was conducted via face-to-face surveys due to previous experience of no or low feedback.The findings are based on a survey of questionnaires covering knowledge, awareness, and behavior patterns around saving energy. Results show a high level of knowledge among the respondents that energy is a challenge, but less knowledge about saving energy at home. Knowledge about government policies was clearer among the younger respondents and those with higher education level. Moreover, the results show a good level of awareness around energy pricing. This was matched up against the knowledge of which appliances consumed the most energy, and rightfully, the respondents consistently ranked airconditioners and refrigerators highest, whereas light bulbs and fans at the lowest. The study concluded that the willingness to save energy is high among the citizens, given that their comfort of living are not affected. It also show that general information about government policies and awareness about energy savings could be provided in a more informative manner with better results to build energy-saving behaviors among the citizens.In conclusion, the study showed that there was a general awareness about energy savings and government policies, though little understanding about energy savings. Nevertheless, participants were willing to save energy, yet they lacked the proper guidance and awareness about proper energy saving behavior.Case 2: Consumers' Perspective on Full-Scale Adoption of Smart Meters: A Case Study in Västerås, Sweden.Keywords: Smart meters, energy saving, electricity consumptionThis recent case study (Vassileva and Campillo, 2016) described a full-scale implementation of smart meters integrated with a smart grid in Västerås, Sweden. A survey was conducted to evaluate the consumer's perspective and feedbacks in regardsto energy savings and information given to the consumers around pricing and other information. Over the years, appliances have become more energy-efficient, but consumers tend to have more energy-consuming appliances than before, which results in a higher combined energy consumption.The survey was conducted online, which was considered to get the best feedback from the participants as they felt they had greater privacy. Questions included perceptions from consumers on smart meters and energy savings, but also covered their expectations of using smart meters, and if they find energy saving important. The survey is distinct between genders, age groups, and whether the consumers receive the energy bill by paper or electronic format. Findings show that consumers would have to learn how the usage of their appliances affect energy consumption, and therefore, learn to change their behavior patterns to use the appliances more efficiently. Higher energy efficiency was also indicated among consumers with smart meters over time.To sum up, this case study evaluated the energy consumers in a city with smart meters, and show that smart meters can provide detailed energy consumption information and possibility for consumers to choose between pricing plans. However, it was also revealed that in reality this has not been achieved yet, furthermore the higher level of energy savings through knowledge of smart meters and electricity price offerings has not been reached. Results show that there was not enough information provided by the smart meter data, thus consumers would not be able to understand or take action based on the data provided. This highlighted that consumers need to be better informed and educated in understanding appliance energy consumption. Concomitantly, energy providers must also provide adequate information around the energy consumption data.Case 3: Case Study of Smart Meter and In-home Display for Residential Behavior Change in Shanghai, China.Keywords: Smart meters, energy savings behaviorA case study conducted by Xu and colleagues (2015) has covered one of the national issues, which is the high energy consumption levels in Shanghai, one of the most densely populated urban cities in China. Energy saving behaviors in householdswere investigated through inhome displays and smart meters. The study claimed that one of the main contributors to high carbon emission is the building sector in China and there is a huge demand to reduce energy consumption in those buildings. Since households are part of the buildings, the case study has explored energy consumptions behavior of households through implementation of smart meters and in-home displays.In this case study, smart meters and in-home displays were installed in two newly-built apartment buildings. A total of 131 households participated in this study (76 without in-home display devices, 55 with the devices). There were additional sensors and devices installed to assist data gathering from smart meters and inhome displays. Data from smart meters were shown on in-home displays and transferred to back-end system via the internet. Raw energy data, statistical data, and background information data were stored in dedicated databases, so researchers could work on the respective data separately.In conclusion, this case study was successful as it showed that households' behavior towards saving energy positively changed due to installation of smart home technologies. This study is relevant to Singapore's context as it was conducted in a similar densely populated urban city.3.Survey findings and discussionIn the survey, 50% of the responses from households' have monthly energy bills ranging from SGD$100 to 200. While, 53% of the respondents believed that the price of their energy bill is “about right”, 31% believed that it is “too high”and 9% believed it is “far too high”. Respondents also indicated their awareness of which household appliances consume the most energy. Air-conditioners, washing-machines, and water heaters have scores that ranged from medium to high (in terms of energy consumption), with air-conditioners scoring the highest among all choices. It should be noted that Singapore is situated on the equator and experiences a hot and humid climate for most of the year. As a result, air conditioners may be used throughout the year. In addition, respondents mostly agreed on the fact that using energy efficientappliances would help them to save energy. This finding is consistent to Case Study 1, whereby households also recognized the particular appliances that consume most energy.With regards to the perceptions on using smart home meters, inhome displays, and relevant smart home devices, respondents indicated that they were less convinced that the technology was capable of helping them to save energy, in comparison to using energy efficient appliances directly. This might be due to the fact that the respondents have not 'visualized' the actual effect on the devices and technologies before. As in Case Study 3, households became more aware of their energy usage and saved their consumption when they had in-home smart meters and devices installed, as they allowed them to easily control their energy consumption patterns and behaviors to save energy.Next, respondents mostly agreed that the reduction of energy consumption could be encouraged by educating the public on environmental issues. Therefore, educating individuals earlier on would result in successful knowledge on environmental issues as well as linking it to how it could affect their lives, thereby resulting in appropriate energy consumption. As we could also observe in the Chongqing case study, lack of proper education and guidance could have a negative impact on households' energy savings visions.Government legislation on available market products is another aspect that survey respondents tend to accept and agree on its effectiveness. The ideas behind the legislations of Mandatory Energy Labelling Scheme and Minimum Energy Performance Standard do not only apply to Singapore's context. As observed in Case Study 1, the Chinese government have these policies implemented to raise energy efficiencies in households too.On the other hand, respondents in general were either not familiar or did not pay enough attention on relevant government policies. The Energy Efficiency Programme office provides a holistic energy efficiency plan across all sectors, which also include households. The office has a dedicated website that provides information and tips to households on easy-to-follow procedures for consumers. Nevertheless, it seemed thatthe respondents were not aware of this. The descriptive statistics indicated the Mandatory Energy Labelling Scheme draws the most familiarity as compared to other policies, and it maybe because whenever households are choosing which appliances to purchase, they could see the corresponding labels on each of the appliance. This legislation does not only exist in Singapore, but also in other major cities, like Chongqing that was mentioned in the case study.In conclusion, with the pledge of the government to the Paris agreement, its vision to tackle global warming and other climate issues are evident. As a result, they would further contemplate strategies and policies across all sectors including households to achieve its vision. Energy saving and efficiency certainly is one big aspect that they would research and tackle. They would continue to build on the existing National Policy Energy Framework. Smart home technologies could play a crucial role to have an impact on households' behaviors in energy consumptions, and to be taken into considerations by the government while they contemplate the relevant strategies and policies.In regards to the usage of technology in energy savings, responses from the survey indicated that smart technology in appliances could help saving electricity. This highlighted the awareness about energy savings, and the purchase decision may often reveal the consumer's plan for long term energy savings.The majority of the participants would invest in smart technology to save energy in their household. Smart technology and smart home devices will eventually be interconnected with health-sector platforms as well as to power plants and other utility providers. Such integration will host the risk of privacy and confidentiality over personal data (e.g., patient records in hospitals). Therefore, there is a big concern about security on smart technology (Popescul and Radu, 2016), and how to manage security risks to secure the privacy of personal data (Bugeja et al. 2016). This is considered a critical risk, as a hacker could take control over the smart home controller or appliances, like surveillance cameras. In the survey, this security risk was reflected from the concern of the participant.The survey also shows a focus on energy savings using smart technology,followed by an increase of security. (Note that security is part of comfort and safety in the home.) This is where surveillance comes in, in the forms of cameras and motion detectors. In the survey, energy savings and comfort are voted more favorably, followed by security as the least important among the three options.Finally, survey results show that 67 Singapore households either agree or strongly agree that “smart home”concept is associated with energy efficiency. Moreover, these households also perceived “convenience”as one of the important aspects of a smart home. Survey findings have highlighted that close to 52% of households are concerned about environmental issues, which was their main reason to save energy. On the other hand, close to 44% of respondents have associated energy saving with reduction of electricity bills.In summary, the findings are very much aligned with other studies in terms of household perceptions on saving energy through smart homes. Households (in particular, aspiring energy savers and monitor enthusiasts) in Singapore have shown concerns on environmental issues, and are willing to invest in smart home technologies to address them.4.Conclusion and policy implicationsMost people perceive electricity as a normal commodity which is readily available. Smart technology and smart homes will require the consumers to take action in order to control appliances and to save energy. Findings from the case studies show that the behavioral patterns of consumers may not change just to save energy. Even though an individual claimed to be concerned about the environment and energy-saving, it is evident that comfort and security play a bigger role in people's life. The present research showed a gap on the maturity and design of the technology as it does not take people's behaviors and perceptions as part of the smart home design functionality. Therefore, smart home technologies would not be efficient if it is not designed with artificial intelligence modules that allow the technology to seamlessly interact with consumers. Also, to achieve a successful smart home solution in Singapore, smart technology must be integrated into public services and utility sectors,such as smart grids and health sectors. For example, smart meters should detect behavioral patterns and proactively take action, so that consumers no longer have to actively turn on light if needed. Likewise, notifications through mobile gadgets or house consoles can provide advice for the best time to turn on certain appliances (e.g., washing machines). Lastly, the findings in this research showed that the maturity of the smart meters are still at its early phase, but projects like Singapore Smart Nation might be one of the leading projects to improve the technology and smart homes in the near future.中文译文:智能城市的智能家居节能:新加坡家庭的一课摘要由于全球气候变化和能源挑战的激增,节能成为了一个热门话题。
智能化家庭英语作文高中With the rapid development of technology, smart homes have become a popular trend in recent years. A smart homeis a residence that uses internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of appliances and systems, such as lighting and heating. In this essay, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of smart homes, as well as their impact on our daily lives.Firstly, smart homes offer a high level of convenience and efficiency. With the use of smart devices, homeowners can control their appliances and systems from anywhere, using their smartphones or tablets. For example, they can turn on the air conditioning before arriving home, or adjust the lighting and temperature settings to suit their preferences. This not only saves time and energy, but also reduces the need for manual intervention.In addition, smart homes can enhance security and safety. Many smart devices come with built-in securityfeatures, such as motion sensors and surveillance cameras, which can help to protect the home from intruders. Moreover, smart smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms can alert homeowners to potential dangers, allowing them to takeaction before it's too late.Furthermore, smart homes can contribute to energy conservation and cost savings. By using smart thermostats and energy-efficient appliances, homeowners can monitor and control their energy usage, leading to reduced utilitybills and a smaller carbon footprint. This is not only beneficial for the environment, but also for thehomeowner's wallet.However, there are also some drawbacks to smart homes. One concern is the potential for privacy invasion. With the use of smart devices, there is a risk that personal dataand information could be compromised or accessed by unauthorized parties. This raises questions about the security of smart home systems and the protection of sensitive data.Another issue is the cost of implementing smart home technology. While the initial investment may be high, with the purchase of smart devices and installation of a smart home system, the long-term benefits in terms of convenience, security, and energy savings may outweigh the upfront expenses.In conclusion, smart homes have the potential to revolutionize the way we live, offering convenience, efficiency, security, and energy savings. However, it is important to carefully consider the potential drawbacks and risks associated with smart home technology. As the technology continues to advance, it is essential for homeowners to stay informed and take measures to protect their privacy and security. Overall, smart homes have the potential to greatly improve our daily lives, but it is important to approach this technology with caution and awareness.。
智慧家居英语作文English:Smart homes, also known as intelligent or automated homes, are becoming increasingly popular due to the advancements in technology. These homes are equipped with devices and systems that can be controlled remotely and automate tasks such as lighting, temperature regulation, security, and entertainment. For instance, smart thermostats can learn your behaviors and adjust the temperature in your home accordingly, while smart security cameras allow you to monitor your home from anywhere in the world. Additionally, voice-controlled virtual assistants like Amazon's Alexa or Google Home can help you manage your smart home devices with simple commands. With the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), smart homes are able to communicate with each other and adapt to your preferences seamlessly. Overall, smart homes offer convenience, energy efficiency, and increased security for homeowners, making them a popular choice for modern living.中文翻译:智能家居,也被称为智能或自动化家居,由于技术的进步而变得越来越流行。
智能网络英文作文英文:Intelligent networks refer to computer networks that can automatically adapt to changing conditions and provide efficient and effective communication services. These networks are designed to be self-managing, self-organizing, and self-healing, which means they can detect and correct faults and errors without human intervention.One of the key features of intelligent networks istheir ability to learn from experience and improve their performance over time. For example, a self-driving car can use artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to analyze data from sensors and cameras, and make decisions based on that data. As the car gains more experience on the road, it can become more accurate and efficient in its driving.Another example of intelligent networks is the Internetof Things (IoT), which refers to a network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other objects that are embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity. These devices can communicate with each other and with the internet, and can be controlled remotely using a smartphone or other device. For example, a smart thermostat can learn your daily routine and adjust the temperature in your home accordingly, saving energy and reducing your utility bills.Intelligent networks have many benefits, including increased efficiency, improved reliability, and reduced costs. They can also provide new opportunities for innovation and creativity, as developers and entrepreneurs find new ways to use the data and insights generated by these networks.Overall, intelligent networks are a key component of the digital revolution, and are likely to play an increasingly important role in our lives in the coming years.中文:智能网络是指能够自动适应变化条件并提供高效有效通信服务的计算机网络。
智能家居智能家居是利用先进的计算机技术、网络通讯技术、综合布线技术、依照人体工程学原理,融合个性需求,将与家居生活有关的各个子系统如安防、灯光控制、窗帘控制、煤气阀控制、信息家电、场景联动、地板采暖等有机地结合在一起,通过网络化综合智能控制和管理,实现“以人为本”的全新家居生活体验。
基本介绍智能家居是人们的一种居住环境,其以住宅为平台安装有智能家居系统,实现家庭生活更加安全,节能,智能,便利和舒适。
以住宅为平台,利用综合布线技术、网络通信技术、智能家居-系统设计方案安全防范技术、自动控制技术、音视频技术将家居生活有关的设施集成,构建高效的住宅设施与家庭日程事务的管理系统,提升家居安全性、便利性、舒适性、艺术性,并实现环保节能的居住环境。
又称智能住宅,在国外常用Smart Home表示。
与智能家居含义近似的有家庭自动化(Home Automation)、电子家庭(Electronic Home、E-home)、数字家园(Digital Family)、家庭网络(Home Net/Networks for Home)、网络家居(Network Home)、智能家庭/建筑(Intelligent Home/Building),在我国香港和台湾等地区,还有数码家庭、数码家居等称法。
主要特色2.1随意照明控制随意照明控制,按几下按钮就能调节所有房间的照明,各种梦幻灯光,可以随心创造!智能照明系统具有软启功能,能使灯光渐亮渐暗;灯光调光可实现调亮调暗功能,让你和家人分享温馨与浪漫,同时具有节能和环保的效果;全开全关功能可轻松实现灯和电器的一键全关和一键全开功能,并具有亮度记忆功能。
2.2简单安装智能家居系统可以实现简单地进行安装,而不必破坏隔墙,不必购买新的电气设备,系统完全可与你家中现有的电气设备,如灯具、电话和家电等进行连接。
各种电器及其它智能子系统既可在家操控,也能完全满足远程控制。
2.3可扩展性智能家居系统是可以扩展的系统,最初,你的智能家居系统可以只与照明设备或目前常用的电器设备连接,将来也可以与其他设备连接,以适应新的智能生活需要。
智能化家庭英语作文高中With the rapid development of technology, smart homes have become more and more popular in recent years. A smart home is a house that uses technology to control and automate household systems such as lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, security, and appliances. It allows homeowners to monitor and control their home from anywhere using a smartphone or other internet-connected device.There are many benefits to having a smart home. One of the main advantages is increased convenience. With a smart home, you can control your lights, thermostat, and other devices from anywhere, making it easier to manage your home and save energy. For example, you can turn off lights and adjust the thermostat remotely, which can help reduce your energy bills. Additionally, smart home devices can provide valuable information about your home, such as energy usage and security alerts, allowing you to make informed decisions about how to manage your household.Another benefit of smart homes is improved security. Smart home security systems can include features such as cameras, motion sensors, and door locks that can be controlled remotely. This allows homeowners to monitortheir home and receive alerts about any unusual activity, providing peace of mind and a greater sense of security.In addition to convenience and security, smart homes can also improve the quality of life for people with disabilities or mobility issues. Smart home devices can be programmed to assist with daily tasks, such as turning on lights, adjusting the thermostat, and locking doors, making it easier for people with disabilities to live independently.Despite these benefits, there are also some drawbacks to smart homes. One concern is the potential for hacking and privacy breaches. Because smart home devices are connected to the internet, they are vulnerable to cyber attacks, which could compromise the security and privacy of the homeowner. Additionally, there is the risk oftechnological malfunctions, such as system failures or glitches, which could disrupt the functioning of the smart home.In conclusion, smart homes offer many advantages, including increased convenience, improved security, and enhanced quality of life for people with disabilities. However, there are also potential risks and drawbacks to consider. As technology continues to advance, it is important for homeowners to weigh the pros and cons of smart home systems and make informed decisions about whether they are the right choice for their household. Ultimately, the decision to adopt smart home technology should be based on individual needs, priorities, and concerns.。
有关智能之家英语作文初一Smart Home。
With the development of technology, smart home has become a new trend in recent years. Smart home refers to a home equipped with various devices and appliances that can be controlled remotely by a smartphone or computer. It can make our life more convenient and comfortable.Firstly, smart home can save us time and energy. For example, we can turn on the air conditioner or heater before arriving home, so that the temperature is comfortable when we get there. We can also turn off the lights or appliances that we forgot to turn off when we left home. It can also help us to manage our daily life, such as reminding us to take medicine or water the plants.Secondly, smart home can improve our safety and security. It can monitor our home 24 hours a day through cameras, sensors, and alarms. We can receive alerts on ourphone when there is any unusual activity or danger in our home. It can also prevent accidents, such as fire or gas leakage, by automatically shutting off the power or gas supply.Thirdly, smart home can enhance our entertainment and leisure. We can control the TV, music system, and other devices with our phone or voice commands. We can alsocreate a personalized atmosphere with lighting, temperature, and sound effects. It can make our home more enjoyable and relaxing.However, there are also some concerns about smart home. One of the biggest concerns is privacy and security. As smart home devices collect and store our personal data,there is a risk of data breaches or hacking. Therefore, itis important to choose reliable and secure devices and set up strong passwords and encryption.In conclusion, smart home is a promising technologythat can bring many benefits to our daily life. It can save us time and energy, improve our safety and security, andenhance our entertainment and leisure. However, we should also be aware of the potential risks and take measures to protect our privacy and security.。
智能家庭英文作文英文:Living in a smart home has completely changed my life. Everything in my house is connected and can be controlled with just a few taps on my smartphone. For example, I can turn off the lights, adjust the thermostat, and even lock the doors, all from the comfort of my bed. It's incredibly convenient and has made my daily routine so much easier.One of my favorite features of my smart home is the voice-controlled assistant. I can simply say "Hey, Google" or "Alexa" and ask for the weather, play music, or even order groceries. It's like having a personal assistant right in my own home. This has really saved me a lot of time and effort, especially when I have my hands full with other tasks.Another benefit of living in a smart home is the added security. I have cameras and sensors installed throughoutmy house that alert me to any unusual activity. I can also check in on my home while I'm away, giving me peace of mind when I'm on vacation or at work. It's comforting to know that I can keep an eye on things even when I'm not physically there.Overall, the convenience and peace of mind that comes with living in a smart home are truly invaluable. I can't imagine going back to a traditional home now that I've experienced the benefits of this technology.中文:生活在一个智能家居里完全改变了我的生活。
有关智能之家英语作文高中智能之家(Smart Home)。
In recent years, the concept of smart homes has gained considerable attention worldwide. With the rapid advancement of technology, the idea of integrating various devices and systems within our homes to create more efficient, convenient, and secure living spaces has become increasingly feasible. This essay will delve into the concept of smart homes, exploring their benefits, challenges, and implications for the future.A smart home is essentially a residence equipped with devices and systems that automate and enhance various aspects of daily life. These devices are interconnected through the Internet of Things (IoT), allowing them to communicate and coordinate with each other. Common features of smart homes include automated lighting, heating,security systems, entertainment systems, and appliances.One of the primary benefits of smart homes is increased convenience. Imagine being able to control your home's temperature, lighting, and security system remotely through a smartphone app. With smart thermostats, you can adjust the temperature of your home from anywhere, ensuring optimal comfort and energy efficiency. Similarly, smart lighting systems allow you to customize the ambiance of your home with the touch of a button or even through voice commands.Moreover, smart homes offer improved security and safety. Advanced security systems equipped with cameras, motion sensors, and smart locks provide homeowners withreal-time monitoring and control over their property. In the event of suspicious activity or emergencies, homeowners can receive instant alerts on their smartphones and take appropriate action, such as notifying authorities or activating deterrents like alarm systems or automated lighting.Furthermore, smart homes contribute to energy conservation and environmental sustainability. Byautomating energy-intensive processes such as heating, cooling, and lighting, smart devices can help reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills. Additionally, some smart home systems are equipped with sensors that monitor energy usage and provide insights into areas where further efficiency improvements can be made.Despite these benefits, the widespread adoption of smart home technology faces several challenges. One major concern is privacy and data security. With an increasing number of devices connected to the internet, there is arisk of unauthorized access to personal information and potential breaches of privacy. Manufacturers and developers must prioritize robust security measures to safeguard user data and mitigate the risk of cyberattacks.Another challenge is the interoperability of smart home devices. As the market becomes flooded with various brands and products, ensuring seamless communication and compatibility between different devices can be challenging. Standardization efforts are underway to establish protocols and guidelines that promote interoperability and enabledifferent devices to work together seamlessly.Moreover, the cost of implementing smart home technology remains a barrier for many consumers. While prices have been decreasing as the technology becomes more widespread, the initial investment required to outfit an entire home with smart devices can still be prohibitive for some. However, proponents argue that the long-term cost savings in terms of energy efficiency and reduced maintenance expenses can offset the initial investment.In conclusion, smart homes represent a significant advancement in residential technology, offering unparalleled convenience, security, and energy efficiency. While there are challenges to overcome, such as privacy concerns and interoperability issues, the potentialbenefits of smart home technology are immense. As technology continues to evolve, smart homes are likely to become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, reshaping the way we live and interact with our living spaces.。
设计智能家居系统,让生活更智能化!(英文中文双语版优质文档)As an important application field of the Internet of Things, the smart home system is getting more and more attention. The system can connect various smart home appliances, sensors, network communication and other equipment, and realize remote control and intelligent management through the Internet. This article will introduce the design and implementation of a smart home system.1. Basic structure of smart home systemThe basic structure of a smart home system includes three parts: hardware devices, cloud platform, and mobile applications. Hardware devices are the entities of the smart home system, including various sensors, controllers, and smart home appliances. The cloud platform is the core of the smart home system, responsible for processing data, controlling equipment, managing users and other tasks. A mobile application is the user interface of a smart home system that allows users to control the smart home system from a smartphone or tablet.2. Selection and connection of hardware equipmentAmong the hardware devices of the smart home system, various sensors are the most important. Sensors can collect data such as indoor temperature, humidity, smog, and carbon dioxide, which can help users understand the state of the home environment and take timely measures. In addition, smart home appliances are also an important part of the smart home system, which can realize automatic management through remote control.For the selection of hardware devices, factors such as device functions, reliability, and compatibility need to be considered. When connecting hardware devices, technologies such as wireless network and Bluetooth can be used to connect each device to a local area network.3. Design and implementation of cloud platformThe cloud platform is the core of the smart home system, it can process data, control equipment, manage users and other tasks. When designing a cloud platform, the following aspects need to be considered:1. Data storage and processingThe cloud platform needs to process a large amount of data, including data collected by sensors, device status, user information, etc. In order to ensure data security and stability, the cloud platform needs to use reliable database and data processing technologies, such as NoSQL database, distributed storage and other technologies.2. Device Control and ManagementThe cloud platform needs to control and manage the equipment, which can be realized through remote control and scheduled tasks. At the same time, the cloud platform needs to monitor the equipment status, detect equipment failures in time and take measures.3. User management and authorizationThe cloud platform needs to manage and authorize users, and different user permissions can be set to ensure the security and stability of the system.4. Design and implementation of mobile applicationsA mobile application is the user interface of a smart home system that allows users to control the smart home system from a smartphone or tablet. When designing a mobile application, there are several aspects to consider:1. User interface designThe user interface of the mobile application needs to be concise, clear, and easy to use. It can adopt a graphical interface and intuitive operation mode, so that users can quickly grasp the usage method of the system.2. Functional designMobile applications need to provide rich functions, including device control, data monitoring, device status query, alarm reminder and other functions. At the same time, it should provide users with customizable functions, allowing users to set up according to their own needs.3. Data interaction and communicationMobile applications need to perform data interaction and communication with the cloud platform, which can be realized through API interfaces, message queues, etc. At the same time, the security and stability of data should be guaranteed to avoid data loss or tampering.5. Security and Privacy ProtectionThe smart home system needs to ensure data security and privacy protection, and the following measures can be adopted:1. Data encryption and authenticationFor the transmitted data, encryption and authentication technologies are required to ensure the security and reliability of data transmission.2. User rights managementThe smart home system needs to manage the rights of users to ensure that only authorized users can operate the system.3. Protection against attacks and intrusionsSmart home systems need to adopt security measures such as firewalls and anti-virus software to prevent malicious attacks and intrusions.4. Privacy ProtectionSmart home systems need to adopt privacy protection technology to protect users' private information from being leaked or abused.6. SummaryAs an important application field of the Internet of Things, the smart home system can bring convenience and comfort to people's lives. When designing and implementing a smart home system, it is necessary to consider the selection and connection of hardware devices, the design and implementation of cloud platforms, the design and implementation of mobile applications, security and privacy protection, etc. Only by fully considering all aspects can we design a safe, reliable, and easy-to-use smart home system that will bring more convenience and comfort to people's lives.智能家居系统作为物联网的一个重要应用领域,正在得到越来越多的关注。
英文文献:1Intelligent home network With the network technology and communication technology continues to evolve and requirements of people living continuously improve and achieve family intelligent remote control has become an inevitable trend. Ministry of Construction and Housing Industrialization Promotion Center proposed residential area to achieve the six intelligence requirements, including safety precautions implemented automated monitoring and management: on residential fires, toxic gas leak to implement automatic alarm; anti-theft alarm system should be installed such as infrared or microwave various types of alarm detector; system should be integrated with the computer security management system network; computer system burglar alarm system can be centrally managed and controlled. However, as wireless technology immature, operating expenses of higher malpractice, intelligent home controller and the external network of wireless communications technology as leading to a low degree of market acceptance of the important factors, the characteristics of GPRS system can be a good solution to the problem. GPRS network communication businesscommunicationscompany launched a data communication services, the GPRS network coverage area, unlimited transmission distance, communication cost is relatively low transfer rate faster. This article related to intelligent systems and GPRS technology family background, analysis of its basic characteristics and their basic functions to be achieved, and on this basis was proposed based on GPRS wireless home the overall intelligent control system solutions. At last, the core GPRS chip system software and hardware realization.Overall system architecture The popularity of network applications and the production of a variety of information appliances are made within the family visit on the Internet, no longer limited to a single PC, each family will be faced with how to transfer Internet data within the family and how the various appliances problems connecting, based on this, intelligent home networks come into being. Intelligent home network is the basic unit of information society. The future of the family, all kinds of appliances will form a home LAN and Internet access through the smart home controller. Intelligent home network market potential is considerable, several large manufacturers Intel, IBM, Microsoft and Sony are already involved in them.Intelligent home network that is in a home in a communications network, the various appliances connected together, to achieve all the intelligent home network appliances for remote access and control, and any request for information exchange, such as music, television or data. Intelligent home network architecture, including within the family network system, intelligent home controller and the intelligent home network and external Internet networks of data communications. Among them, the smart home smart home network controller is an integral part of the core to play the management, control and communications role with the external network. It is the management platform and home through the family life of the combination of the various subsystems of a system is to connect the family intelligence network inside and outside the physical interfaces, complete with external communication networks within the family, the data exchange between functions, but also forfamilies equipment management and control.Smart home controller on the one hand the need for cabling to provide communication interface within the family, to collect information on household equipment, and processing, automatic control and regulation; other smart home controller as a home gateway, to provide for external network interfaces, connectivity within the family network and external Internet networks, so users can access the home network, internal network, to achieve monitoring and control. In addition, smart home controller should also be equipped with automatic alarm and other functions, that is, when found, such as alarm signal: it was a malicious intrusion, high temperature, etc., the controller can be dealt with immediately send alarm signals to the user.Shown in Figure , intelligent home control for the core of the system. ARM embedded system design can be used to automatically run, processing of data, management and control through the RS485 bus, the control terminal. And the controller through the GPRS module to achieve the family system and the external network communications, so users can SMS and the Internet, etc. to achieve the family system, remote control, while the controller through the keyboard and display for the user interface, easy users to achieve local control. Control terminal for the SCM control system composed of a number of small control various home appliances, and by controlling the bus, the control system composed of these small networks, connected to the smart home controller, by the smart home controller.Specific smart home controller features include:Household equipment data collection: Collection of household equipment, including indoor temperature, lighting appliances, security doors and other equipment of the state data, processed by the controller feedback to the user.Local control: the user through the controller keyboard and display, for home monitoring equipment.Remote Control: Remote users can send text messages or via the Internet onthe family system to control and query.Automatic alarm: when the controller detects high temperature, such as illegal intrusion or alarm signal, triggering indoor alarm in time and send alert messages by means of promptly notify the user.Temperature check: the user can check the room temperature by the controller.Security door password settings: local or remote user can modify the password securitydoor,enter the correct password at the door before they can open the door.Infrared Appliance Control: receiving user commands via infrared transmitter control TV, air conditioning and other infrared controlled appliances.Other lamps and so on-off control: receiving user commands control the amount of lighting and other switching equipment.Smart home controller through GPRS module, to achieve the family system and the external network communication as a central part of the smart home system to solve the bottleneck before the key technology. GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is short, the existing GSM system is to add a new GGSN (Gateway Support Node) and SGSN (Service Support Node) node developed a new packet data bearer services. GPRS with the existing GSM system the most fundamental difference is, GPRS is a packet switching system, particularly suitable for intermittent, sudden or frequent, small amounts of data transfer, but also to the occasional large data transfers. The main advantage of GPRS network transmission are: always online, according to traffic accounting, quick log on, high-speed transmission, within a restricted range (transmission distance, terrain, weather, etc.), data transmission reliability.21. IntroductionThe booming Internet has broadened the traditional conceptof smart consumer appliances. Originally, smart consumerappliances are just stand-alone devices that have the controlprogram running by themselves. Due to hardwarelimitations, these appliances can only implement some simple control algorithms that can at most achieve localoptimal control effects. Nowadays more and moreconsumer appliances have the capabilities to beinterconnected by many kinds of communication mediasuch as phone lines, utility lines, and wireless technology, and even can be connected to the Internet. This trend ofdevelopment brings promising prospects to future home appliances that will not only let users maintain, monitor,and control appliances more easily and conveniently, butalso will make the long-time expected remote-controlledhome appliances feasible. A remote-controllable home appliance can be considered as a slave device to the remotecontroller that resides in far end and has powerfulmainframe running advanced control algorithms. The appliance runs its own control program while at the sametime can receive control commands, configurationparameters or even updated control algorithms from theremote controller to achieve optimal control effect in theglobal level. In order to meet this challenge, a newarchitecture for smart consumer appliances systems needs to be proposed.On the other hand, Hardware implementation ofcontrol systems will be one of important issues in thedevelopment of smart consumer electronics. Forsimpleapplications, such as smart toys, microwaves, and washing machines, simple control algorithms can be used and implemented on a single chip that may cost very little. However, for more complex problems, such as smart heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (WAC) for individual houses or office buildings, advanced control methods must be utilized and implemented with sophisticated hardware that would cost significantly more than the conventional controllers. For example, an intelligent PLC (programmable logic controller) for energy efficient and waving temperature control may cost several times more than a household air conditioning unit. This might be justified for some industrial applications but obviously not acceptable for average individual customers. Therefore, to make smart consumer electronics marketable for this type of applications, innovative approach for implementation must be established to reduce the cost to a level acceptable to average customers.In the following sections, the architecture of intelligent control systems for consumer appliances via Internet is briefly presented, and then a network-based nemo-fuzzy implementation is described.2. Architecture of Networked AppliancesFigure shows two versions of architecture for networked appliances. Both architectures can be seen composed of two different types of functional devices: home-based appliances, and remote controllers. The remote controllers in both architectures play the same role as: a) running advanced control algorithms and issue control commands; b) monitoring the running status of appliances.The difference between these two architectures is on the home side. In architecture (I), home appliances must first connect to Home Control System, which functions in part as a common gateway to the Internet for all appliances. This architecture is suitable for current implementation because networked appliance is still in its early stage of development; they are still lack of standard software and hardware interfaces to the Internet. Besides, the data exchange between home appliances and remote controller at current stage are limited, therefore the utility lines and phone lines are enough for transmitting simple control signals. Architecture (II) is the choice for future development while all home appliances have direct access to the Internet. In this case, large amounts of real-time data from home appliances can be fed back to remote controller as the control input through Internet, and control output,which could vary from simple control parameters or set values to updated algorithms, can also be downloaded to the corresponding appliances.The architectures proposed here have their origins in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), which is widely used in industrial automation and proved to be mature and reliable. From topology point of view, the networked appliances systems and DCS are similar, and those functional devices in networked appliances systems can also find their counterpart in DCS. But a significant difference lies in the fact that DCS uses proprietary communication protocols in a local area network for data exchange, thus it is not an open architecture that makes devices from different vendors very difficult, if it’s not impossible to be interconnected, while networked appliances systems rely on the Internet that uses TCP/IP, the de facto protocol for network communication, so any applance that is TCP/IP compatible can be easily interconnected and communicate with other appliances that are already on the net.3. ConclusionThis paper presents architecture of the intelligent control systems for consumer appliances by applying the idea of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to the home environment, and a network-based neuro-fuzzy implementation of this architecture. The basic idea of this implementation is to use simple and reliable in-system programmable devices for on-line field control execution with fuzzy logic, and communication networks and computers for off-line learning and optimization through neural networks. An ongoing research project in consumer electronics is to implement this architecture to the network- based intelligent control of smart heating and air-conditioning systems, which could lead to significant saving in energy and reduction in pollution.中文翻译:1随着网络技术和通信技术的智能家庭网络的不断发展和生活水平不断提高,实现家庭智能远程控制已成为必然趋势人的要求。