Intelligent Energy from Your Wall Outlet

The power grid of the future needs to be economical, variable, safe and environmentally friendly. Fraunhofer FOKUS is thus developing systems, which increase energy efficiency in the home. With the help of some of the most modern wireless technologies, energy use can be measured and controlled. Consumption can be monitored directly at the on-site terminal and the values can be compared to the use of the grid as a whole. Using wireless sensor systems by means of a FOKUS developed wall outlet adapter, the systems can communicate with each other and send the data to an internet website. The user can then find out more about current rates and even the times of the day with the cheapest rates. He can then plan his use of electrical devices to take advantage of the best available rates.

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