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Web cameras are have web servers
running inside them, so Internet browsers can be used to monitor what is
going on in the home. They also come with authentication features, so
only the appropriate users can view the cameras images. Link:
www.smarthome.com
X10 and Insteon are powerline control technologies
that enable computer control and automation of lamps and appliances.
They also support some sensor technology as well, such as motion
sensors and door open/close sensors. Links: www.x10.com and www.insteon.net
Phidgets are a collection of USB-based sensors
and actuators that can be used to monitor conditions and events in the
environment and move small objects, such as the blinds. The Phidgets
devices we most frequently use are RFID readers and environmenal sensors, such as
light, temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors. Link: www.phidgets.com
EasySen WiEye provides Long-range passive infrared (PIR) sensor for detecting human presence and visual light and acoustic sensors complementing the PIR sensor for improved detection. Link http://www.easysen.com/products.htm
Plug-in multi-sensor board for IEEE 802.15.4 compliant TelosB wireless mote. Eight (8) sensor channels. Link http://www.easysen.com/products.htm
Economical sensor board for prototyping, can be used to connect external signals or custom sensors. Light, IR and acoustic sensors on-board. Link http://www.easysen.com/products.htm
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