Fieldbus networks have significantly improved flexibility and management in classic building automation domains. However, the costs of such installations are still greatly affec...
We aim to make sense of a perplexing human experience (fun) as it occurs in a recently discovered place for sociotechnical study (the home). Our toolkit includes technology probes...
Sonja Pedell, Tim Miller, Frank Vetere, Leon Sterl...
Abstract—Smart Home, this term comprises various approaches, engaged in living and working now and in the future. The objectives of the various approaches range from enhancing co...
Sebastian Dengler, Abdalkarim Awad, Falko Dressler
This paper presents a method to implement integrated services of networked home electric appliances, which provide more convenient and comfortable living for home users. The conve...
Leisure computing has been traditional associated with interactive entertainment media and game playing, yet despite the penetration of computing into the home, this form of engage...