2019 · 109 citations · 12 references
ComputingInformation TechnologyAutomationInternet Of ThingsWireless CommunicationsBuilding AutomationBuilding Automation SystemsIot Communication ProtocolsSmart Building TechnologiesWireless Communication ProtocolsWireless NetworksBluetooth ProtocolsHome Automation SystemsPower ConsumptionSmart Home InteroperabilitySmart Home UsabilityZigbeeZigbee Communication Protocol
Home automation relies on ZigBee, Z‑Wave, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth, yet users struggle to choose the optimal technology. The study compares ZigBee, Z‑Wave, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth performance from the user’s perspective. The authors evaluate the technologies by measuring power consumption, range, cost, ease of use, scalability, and interoperability. The study identifies six key indices—power consumption, range, cost, ease of use, scalability, and interoperability—to guide users in selecting the most suitable wireless technology.
Most of the home automation wireless technologies on the internet of things are based on ZigBee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth wireless technologies. While these solutions are good enough, users of smart homes are facing challenges of selecting the best technology. This paper compares the performance of ZigBee, Z-Wave Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies from the user's perspective. Power consumption, range, cost, ease of use, scalability, and interoperability are the six indices developed as guidelines to potential users, and hence, the results of this study. With this knowledge, the users can make the appropriate choice of wireless technology solution to use in their home automation systems.
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Smart home automation system using Bluetooth technology
Muhammad Asad Ullah, Khalil Ullah · 2017 · 146 citations