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Integrated systems for a real smart home

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A smart city is a framework, predominantly composed of information and communication technologies (ict), to develop, deploy, and promote sustainable development practices to address growing urbanization challenges. A big part of this ict framework is an intelligent network of connected objects and machines (also known as a digital city) transmitting data using wireless technology and the cloud. Cloud-based iot applications receive, analyze, and manage data in real-time to help municipalities, enterprises, and citizens make better decisions that improve quality of life. Citizens engage with smart city ecosystems in various ways using smartphones and mobile devices and connected cars and homes. By now, the concept of smart homes has become quite familiar to many of us. While we may envision a futuristic, jetson-esque apartment, the perceived gap between our minds and the reality of smart home automation is not as vast as it appears. Smart home automation refers to the integrati...
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A plan in action

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Scientist holding and examining samples with plants one of the biggest problems that the world is struggling with today is environmental degradation, which is increasing relentlessly with every passing year and is a source of mammoth damage to planet earth. Paradoxically, environmental degradation is questioning our civilisation and the development outlook. Extensive and injudicious use of natural resources and energy has create d cumulative pressures on the global ecosystem. This problem will be aggravated further if adequate actions are not taken. But as it is said, every problem creates a host of opportunities; similarly, environmental problems too have given rise to job opportunities in this field. Strengthening the market for low-carbon concrete Further out, microsoft has its eyes on solutions that could ratchet down embodied carbon in concrete and other building materials to zero and, potentially, make them carbon negative. Many of these solutions stem from investm...
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How Lightning Travels Down Your Roof

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If your home or building has been hit directly by lightning, make sure you call 911 asap! you could have fire in the attic or in the walls that may not be visible at the time. Lightning presents three main hazards to a building if hit directly: fire damage, power surge damage, and shock wave damage. Fire from lightning usually start s in the attic or the roof and quickly spreads throughout the rest of the home. There are many times that the fire starts or travels inside the enclosed spaces that may not be seen right away. Wood or others flammable materials in the building can easily ignite anywhere an exposed lightning channel comes in contact with them. How to Stay Safe from Lightning Strikes Lightning is one of the most prominent weather-related risks that can cause property damage, downtime, and injuries. While the chances of getting struck by lightning are low , your facility has a far greater chance of experiencing damage from direct and indirect lightning strikes. You ...
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How Can Lightning Damage a Building?

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Regularly missed in lightning strike claims are damages to the electrical system in your home, and this can be costly. It's usually the result of either damage to specific wiring, voltage that exceeds the limits of your current wiring, or repairs requiring replacement pursuant to a change in building codes. Either way, it should be covered, but likely not without a fight. The repairs for this are pretty comprehensive and often require significant replacement throughout the home, which in turn requires removal of drywall at various locations. Again, these damages may present themselves down the road, at which point you are likely in for a lot of questions from your insurance company about causation and any prior issues in the home. Air terminals: also referred to as lightning rods, these inconspicuous copper or aluminum rods are vertically mounted on the roof at regular intervals. The air terminals serve as strike receptors, designed to intercept the lightning strike. Main...
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Top Retro Game Consoles to Consider

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Opened in 2010, the r. A. G. E has been dublin's #1 spot for retro video games and consoles! nintendo, pokemon, sonic, zelda, crash bandicoot, gameboys, snes, 64, nes, megadrive, dreamcast, ps1. We have it all!! "best specialist shop in ireland" - awarded by the irish times 2014 we have over 10,000 second hand records in stock at our fade st. Shop and nearly 1200 new records on this site. We also have a solid variety of record players, including the five star audio technica lp-5. We sell speakers, spare needles and loads of accessories everything you need to  start listening to vinyl now! the r. A. G. E. &. Kick your game collection into overdrive! catalog, keep track of your collection, lookup info, see current prices, view auctions, track your budget and more! retro game collector is the must-have reference app for every game collecting enthusiast. This app serves as a reference for every retro game ever released. Keep track of your own game collectio...
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The 10 Best Smartwatches for Kids: GPS, Safety Features, and More

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From a kid’s perspective, the best children’s gps watch will have fun features like customization options, colorful backgrounds, games, and a flashlight. Whilst these are nice little extras when you come across them, there are a few features that are more important in terms of safety, particularly for younger kids. These include:. What age should a child get a smartwatch? It is an excellent smartwatch for children aged 8-10 years. It includes star wars themed photo effects that the children can use to take creative pictures and videos. It comes with a voice recorder that also has a voice changing feature. Other features include an alarm, timer, and s top watch. Check out this detailed review video to learn more about the product. Shape: rectangular | color: black | batteries: 1 lr44 batteries required | item weight: 3. 7 ounces | product dimensions: 0. 6 x 8. 82 x 1. 8 inches pros use the touch screen feature to activate the three mini-activities that include blast...
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How to Choose Your Web Design Agency

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In an ever-evolving digital landscape, is it even possible to hook visitors on a website with an average design ? short answer: nope. To make a lasting impact on your visitors, you have to keep up with the latest web design trends. That goes doubly so for web agencies, which have to prove they’re at the cutting-edge of good-looking, smart design that prioritizes user experience. In that vein, make sure your agency’s own website is up to the mark. Your website is the perfect opportunity to show potential clients your skill sets. Did you know that about 88% of online consumers will not return to your website following a bad experience? your clients will not want to waste their time on an outdated, neglected website. Did you know that nearly half of consumers will judge a website’s credibility based solely on a design layout? at digital silk, we understand the importance of crafting a website that utilizes the latest web design trends to engage and connect with your target ...
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