Automation of Solar Decathlon house

Abstract

The Solar Decathlon is a nationwide competition with the main goal of publicize the use of renewable energies and innovative construction solutions. During the competition, teams must build their houses according to these guidelines. The team of the University of Miskolc built a house where using of home automation and intelligent systems is widely applied. The main task of the system is to control illumination, heating and cooling elements and ventilation. The goal of this system is to introduce a conception which shows the potential clients how such system could be the benefit for one’s comfort but also the energy efficiency has a mayor point.