A methodology based on an expert fuzzy system for the selection of the architecture, technology and characteristics of a domotics system

Abstract

The main aims of this work are: 1) To simplify the tasks related to the selection and development of domotics projects, facilitating the introduction of this technology in the market. 2) To help the different sectors involved in construction (architects, property developers, electricians, users, etc.) to find a rational use of the building installations, with the resulting energy savings. 3) The wide variety of existing systems, technologies and manufacturers hinds learning and taking decisions. With this work, the confluence points and the most objectives mechanisms for comparison and selection can be found. In this work, a methodology for helping to mitigate the doubts and problems that domotics installations convey is developed. That Methodology for the Selection and Development of Domotics Projects is based on well defined phases or sequences, and will allow the direct and unambiguous selection of the best domotics systems for each particular building, according to multiple criteria. The set of criteria are obtained from the knowledge of experts, using a fuzzy logic expert system (ES). This methodology materializes in a software application with a friendly graphic interface which presents the final results by means of a set of comparative tables for the different architectures and domotics technologies.