Artificial Intellegence and Home Automation

Intelligent machines surpass human capabilities and steal our jobs. As technology is becoming more advanced, machines may outperform humans’ ability such as driving cars, understanding natural language, and buying parcels of real estate for people (Jerry 36). People have already experienced AI (Artificial Intelligence) in our society both directly and indirectly. Siri is a good example of AI; whenever people want to get directions, call other people, and find information, people ask Siri to get answers. Software can detect faces and recognize the faces of individuals as people take pictures with their phones when people post pictures on Facebook (Thomas 38). In addition, smart home devices are introduced into households these days; as a result, people can live more convenient lives because smart home devices recognize people’s behavior patterns, adjust to their preferences regarding temperature and luminosity, and help people to save money and energy by setting their desires. AI makes our life convenient, but it also leads people to be ignorant and incapable. If people keep relying on technology system, people cannot do anything by themselves when a computer is out of order (Bianca). AI is “imperfect”, so people should not believe answers from a computer all the

Artificial intelligence pertains to the ability of digital computers or computer-controlled robots to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings, such as humans. Since the mid-20th century, scientists have attempted to develop a system capable of carrying out tasks perceived as requiring human intelligence which includes natural language understanding, fault diagnosis, and supplying expert advice ("Artificial Intelligence(ai)," 2011, n.p.). Although many people, particularly workers within the , are concerned about the effects of artificial intelligence, the capabilities of these machines can benefit society in a multitude of ways ("Artificial Intelligence(ai)," 2011, n.p.). According to Obama, in a speech in Pittsburgh during the 2011 the Robotics Initiative, “Revolutions in technology have transformed the way we live and the way we work,” (Executive Office, 2016). This is in fact true since AI has already begun to have reaping major benefits to the public in fields as diverse as health care, criminal justice, and also the education of individuals which will ultimately revolutionize society (Executive Office, 2016).

Most of the world’s robots are about as fascinating as a coffeemaker. After years of making emotionally engaging machines with students at the MIT Media Lab’s Personal Robots Group, they think the time has finally come for a personal robot to inhabit our homes and help us live our lives. The purpose of this project is to help busy family members coordinate with one another and communicate with the outside world many people don’t have time to enjoy family happiness and sit down with their family for some comfort but Cynthia Breazeal’s home robot wants to be your family’s new best friend so you could once again take a break from the busy lifestyle u live in.

Machines are all around us- in our homes, businesses, cars, and even in our pockets. We are surrounded by machines with differing capabilities and quickly advancing levels of intelligence. Since machines have a rapidly expanding range of capabilities and intellect, they have the potential to pose a very real threat to humans in the coming years. “The capability of a machine to imitate intelligent human behavior” (Artificial) is known as artificial intelligence or AI; examples of which include Apple’s Siri, Google Now, and Samsung’s Bixby. Modern artificial intelligence is termed narrow AI, which means that machines are designed and programmed to perform only one task. This allows for a machine to be superior to a human being only at its

Clearly, today’s AI appears nothing like its original intent. When the initial concept arose, humanity believed that technology could “replicate” the human mind. Those working with AI soon discovered this prediction to be impossible. Instead, these machines operate under their own form of thinking. With this new ideology, a cornucopia of digital wonders began to sprout around the world. Today, humanity relies on AI. Such technology is “embedded” into the lives of everyday

The elderly population is growing in the United Sates. According to the Department of Health and Human Service, the older population –people aged 65 and over– “represented 14.1% in the population in the year 2013 and are expected to grow to be 21.7% of the population by 2040” (“Administration on Aging” 1). And since many adult children live far away from their parents, some people suggests that using robot as companies can ease the burden on adult children and assist elderly people who do not have family members to care for them. In fact, there are companies that are developing such robots. Toyota, the Japanese automotive manufacturer, is developing robots that can “help carry elderly or provide mobility support”("A Robot Is My Friend” 1). Some elderly people are already using companion robots. For example, in a European Union-funded project, 94-year-old Nonna Lea has a GiraffPlus robot as her companion. The robot and her home are equipped with sensors that can detect the health condition of Nonna, like measuring the blood pressure, oxygen levels in the blood, and blood sugar level. The system also has environmental sensors that can track whether someone is in a certain room, indicate the use of house appliances and monitor whether doors and windows are closed. Moreover, it can connect her to her family, friends and healthcare professionals ("Robots Are Caring for Elderly People in Europe" 2). Operators of

AI is a promising technology that has revolutionized the way people may perceive their lives. The AI term was initially introduced by John McCarthy during 1956 in the first academic conference held about the topic under discussion (Nilsson, 2010). AI has witnessed a wave of progress because of three main factors, which are related to each other: the availability of big data that provided a solid base for improved machine learning approaches and algorithms depending on more powerful computers (Bogue, 2014). AI is an automated intelligent system that rationally demonstrates human-like

It is the natural order of life the parents take care of their children and when the children become adults, they take care of their parents. Providing comfort and a good quality of life is a common concern of adults who care about their parents or aged relatives. Researchers who think this way, started to study about home automation applied to elderly people. Always looking to facilitate simple daily tasks, experts used their knowledge to create more and more intelligent houses, saving time and labour of its residents, and granting more convenience for them. The first traces of home automation are dated from the late 1970s, when the early smart modules emerged in the United States, in which commands were sent by the electric network of the residence. It was a simple and not integrated solution, that solved specific situations, like turning on lights or other simple equipment. Thereafter, the home automation has grown exponentially. The term home automation, commonly refers to that of smart houses, this can be defined as the set of services provided by integrated technology systems which are seeking the best way to satisfy the basic needs of security, communications, energy management and comfort of a habitation. Also, according to Sun, et al. (2013, p.557), "home automation consists of a variety of embedded sensors/actuators,

In today’s technologically dependent society, it only makes sense that home designers would also embrace the trend and create methods with which homes can become “smarter” as well. Being smarter of course doesn’t mean our homes become deep thinkers or educated, although with some of the smart products created for home use, it might seem like that is the case. If you relate to at least 50% of the consumers surveyed by an icontrol 2015 survey, you plant to purchase at least one product to make your home smart within the next year. Unfortunately, choosing which product to choose can be a bit difficult. To make it easier on you, we encourage you to utilize the following five smart home products we have selected. Through them, your home will

People are used to automated things in day to day life to a large extent. Increasing demand of smart devices which automate things and reduces human intervention, motivated us to merge smart homes with smart devices and build a

Home automation refers to the adaptation of the computer application technology to control the in house appliances [7], thereby making the appliances automated. Home automation has always been a field which is in need of constant development and with the technology picking up its pace with respect to its growth since last decade, there has been a severe need for development in the field of home automation [6].

A smart home system has always under attention of global IT people and home appliances manufacturers. A fully fledged

Smart houses will have Intelligent agents that will dim lights, open and close the windows, water your plants and feed pets. Biometric sensors will recognize you as you enter your home. When you get home from work, the house is warm, the kettle is on and an alarm reminds you to mow the lawn. It can even take instructions from your mobile phone, connect to your car and has a programmable thermostat. Technology revolutionizing care for the elderly, people with physical and mental disabilities by allowing them to look after themselves to help them get up, prepare food, make hands-free phone calls and remind them to take their medication.

Abstract. In this research paper we address the importance of home automation system as compared to the old and traditional living systems. We present our own idea leading to a concept towards the practical implementation of a home

Traditionally electrical appliances in a home are controlled via switches that regulate the electricity to these devices. As the world gets more and more technologically advanced, we find new technology coming in deeper and deeper into our personal lives even at home. Home automation is becoming more and more popular around the world and is becoming a common practice. The process of home automation works by making everything in the house automatically controlled using technology to control and do the jobs that we would normally do manually. Home automation takes care of a lot of different activities in the house.