A Web-of-Things Gateway for KNX Networks

By Gérôme Bovet, LTCI, Telecom ParisTech ENST and Jean Hennebert, HES-SO, EIA-FR, University of Applied Sciences of Western Switzerland Smart buildings tend to democratize both in new and renovated constructions aiming at minimizing energy con- sumption and maximizing comfort. They rely on dedicated networks of sensors and actuators orchestrated by management systems. Building networks are […]

Communication in Building Automation

By Siemens Open communication in building technology is important and facilitates the straightforward and secure integration of third-party systems at all levels. In the field of building automation, Siemens supports all communication protocols listed, with no restriction to standards. These are communication standards that were developed for the successful creation and maintenance of projects. These […]

KNX for LEED

KNX Association now offers a new book, called: KNX for LEED, Enhancing LEED certification through implementing KNX technology. This guide brings forth, in a simplified way, solutions to comply with LEED strategies. Without going into highly technical concepts, what is offered is a knowledge that serves as orientation for the sustainable buildings consultant. Any professional […]

KNX Development Webinar

Agenda: KNX Standard Version 2.0 Content and Explanation of the “KNX Cookbook“, the KNX Development Guide for KNX S-Mode devices Version 4 of the KNX Manufacturer Tool for the creation of ETS product database entries The KNX Interworking Test Tool EITT The KNX Certification Process for KNX Devices Dates and Times 22.01.2014 from 10.00 to […]

Auto-adapting homes to context: a semantic-based evolution of KNX standard protocol

Home and building automation aims at improving features and capabilities of household systems and appliances. Nevertheless, current solutions lack in context-awareness. The integration of knowledge representation features and reasoning techniques (originally devised for the Semantic Web) into standard home automation protocols can offer high-level services to users. A semantic-based approach is proposed, able to interface […]

Electrical installation Guide 2013

By Schneider Electric A practical guide for the complete design of an electrical installation according to IEC 60364 and other relevant IEC Standards. www2.schneider-electric.com/sites/corporate/en/products-services/product-launch/electrical-installation-guide/electrical-installation-guide.page

Smart Cities and Built Environment in Horizon 2020 Webinar

Date : 18/12/13 Time : 14:00 – 15:30 GMT Horizon 2020 is the EU’s new Research and Innovation framework. It replaces the Framework Programme 7 and Intelligent Energy Europe programmes. It promises simplified access and a speeding up of the funding process. Draft version of the Horizon 2020 Work Programmes have now been released by […]

How to become an ETS App Developer

By KNX Association This paper covers: – What is an ETS App? – Who can become an ETS App Developer? – How to make an ETS App available – Advantages of becoming an ETS App Developer – ETS App Development Costs – ETS App Developer reimbursement for sold ETS Apps – ETS App Development procedure […]