X10 (industry standard)

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X10 is a protocol for communication among electronic devices used for home automation (domotics). It primarily uses power line wiring for signaling and control, where the signals involve brief radio frequency bursts representing digital information. A wireless radio-based protocol transport is also defined.

X10 modules (clockwise from upper left): An original BSR lamp module, a "chime module", a recent lamp module, an outlet module

X10 modules: The interior of an appliance module (note the impulse relay on the left) and a lamp module (note the TRIAC and heat sink)

A four-channel radio switch and radio-to-power-line transponder

X10 modules: A lamp socket module

Home automation

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Home automation or domotics is building automation for a home. A home automation system will monitor and/or control home attributes such as lighting, climate, entertainment systems, and appliances. It may also include home security such as access control and alarm systems.

CITIB-AMX control panel

Nest Learning Thermostat showing weather's impact on energy usage

Ring video doorbell with Wi-Fi camera

August Home smart lock