Design and implementation of an open-source infrastructure and an intelligent thermostat

In our modern era, the need to integrate disruptive technology into the operation of a home is attractive and essential for maximizing the effectiveness of services and energy efficiency. Smart building management systems represent an active area of research and development. The open issues include not only the optimization of the control algorithms for the thermostats but also the blending of multiple technologies like microprocessors, telecommunication, IoT, distributed sensors, etc. In our work, we contribute in this field, by developing and testing an innovative hardware and software system, aiming at the smart management of a building heating system. The results are promising and motivate future research.