1. Smart Home and Garden System
(Ken) Guang Yew

2. The problem/opportunity
Increase of sensor integration in our daily lives
Automobiles, appliances, security systems, etc.
Sensor networks are not easily customizable and/or expensive
Home/garden automation not commonplace in most households
Benefits of such systems are not widely known
Product and install costs can be very high (> $10k)

3. Potential Challenges of Current Solutions
High total cost of ownership (TCO)
Time and/or money
Inflexibility
Lack of customization or interoperability
Poor manageability
Ease of use
Security
Device
Network

4. Goal of the Project Home and garden automation system
Affordable and customizable
Centralized server (sensor data, web-enabled interface)
Workflow possibilities
Raspberry Pi 2 devices
Linux based operating system
Sensors (Temperature, Humidity, NFC, etc.)
Low power (potential for solar)
Wired/Wireless (802.11) IP network
Available in homes with internet connections

6. Questions or comments?