Adaptive microclimate control system to regulate conditions in a living-space

Łukasz Dziubiński

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn

Seweryn Lipiński

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn

Paweł Chwietczuk

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn


Abstract

In recent years, smart home automation has become more and more available, also due to the good availability of cheap and easy-to-implement electronic systems - both control and measurement. Ready-made systems are available on the market, but the undoubted advantage of a self-made system is its optimal adaptation to the user's needs, low cost, easy modification and extensibility, as well as the possibility of self-maintenance of such a system. Such a system, intended for microclimate control in a living-space, is presented in the article. Both the hardware side and control algorithms are described, thanks to which this system can be an inspiration and a starting point for creating similar installations. The article also shows sample results showing the operation of the system, proving its effectiveness in adapting the microclimate to the needs and comfort of the user.


Keywords:

microclimate regulation, adaptive control, smart home automation


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2025-01-17

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Dziubiński, Łukasz, Lipiński, S., & Chwietczuk, P. (2025). Adaptive microclimate control system to regulate conditions in a living-space. Technical Sciences. https://doi.org/10.31648/ts.10098

Łukasz Dziubiński 
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
Seweryn Lipiński 
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
Paweł Chwietczuk 
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn



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