The term information has a whole range of definitions. In information theory, it is the knowledge that a sender conveys to a receiver through an information channel. It is therefore the additional knowledge that leads to a change in the...
Is a collective term for all techniques related to electronic data acquisition, storage and processing.
Interdisciplinary refers to cooperation across the boundaries of different departments and disciplines. Cross-cutting collaboration is essential to the understanding process. This takes place across disciplinary boundaries and helps to jointly...
Investment subsidies are governmental, financial subsidies that serve to support investments - often in a certain sector/area.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of devices connected to the Internet. These devices have sensors, collect data and exchange them with each other. They can communicate directly with other smart devices. With the help of artificial...
Smart home applications cover a wide area. It ranges from energy saving, convenient lighting and multimedia control to intrusion and security systems. Last but not least, smart home applications are also an important part of assisted living concepts...
Smart Living is an umbrella term for people’s lives in a digitized environment. It encompasses the smart home, but goes beyond looking exclusively at the private residential sector. It also includes the networking of apartments, buildings and...
Smart home refers to processes and systems for building automation in living spaces and homes. The goal is to increase the quality of living, safety and efficient energy use. Synonyms for “smart home” include “intelligent...
Smart building technology is advanced building technology that saves energy, reduces carbon footprint and can also rely on the Internet of Things (IoT) for building control. . It is characterized by a (continuously) networked automation and control...
Solar power systems generate electricity or heat from solar energy. In general, a distinction is made between photovoltaic (PV) systems and solar thermal systems. In solar thermal energy, water is passed through the solar collectors, which then...
