Smart Home
Precision Sensing for a Smarter,
More Comfortable Home
Smart homes represent the next generation of living environments, where everyday devices and systems are interconnected and controlled through automation. By leveraging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), smart homes offer convenience, energy efficiency, enhanced security, and improved comfort. From thermostats and lighting to security cameras and appliances, smart home devices are designed to communicate with each other and be controlled remotely via smartphones, tablets, or voice assistants. These technologies allow homeowners to customize and automate various aspects of their home, improving quality of life through seamless integration.
Pressure sensors play a crucial role in many smart home applications. For instance, pressure sensors in HVAC systems monitor airflow and filter conditions, ensuring efficient climate control and indoor air quality. In smart water management systems, pressure sensors detect leaks, monitor water pressure, and prevent costly water damage by shutting off the water supply when abnormalities are detected. They are also essential in smart appliances, such as washing machines and dishwashers, where pressure sensors regulate water levels and optimize energy consumption.
In security systems, pressure sensors add an extra layer of protection by monitoring windows and doors for unauthorized entry. These sensors can trigger alarms or notify homeowners of potential security breaches when pressure changes are detected. Additionally, pressure sensors are used in smart lighting systems, which detect occupancy through pressure changes, allowing lights to turn on or off automatically.
Pressure sensors enhance the performance and reliability of smart home devices by providing real-time data and ensuring precise control over various home systems. Their ability to detect subtle changes in pressure allows homeowners to optimize energy use, maintain safety, and enjoy greater convenience in their daily lives.
Unique Capabilities for Smart Homes
The NimbleSense architecture was designed to maximize performance while also being flexible enough to easily insert application-specific capabilities. The result is a pressure sensor architecture with a very clear signal and practically no noise, leading to incredible accuracy, TEB, and long-term stability. Specific to smart homes, we have implemented these additional capabilities:
Multi-Range™ technology
A single sensor can accommodate up to eight different pressure ranges to effectively measure pressure changes for various applications and use cases
Advanced digital filtering
Multi-order filter that leverages advanced filtering capabilities at the front end to eradicate critical noise caused by fans or other sources before they can impact air measurements
Integrated 50/60 Hz notch filter
Neutralizes any power grid spikes or noise coming from AC devices that could interfere with sensor accuracy or system performance
Position insensitivity
Maintains consistent and highly accurate handheld readings regardless of movement or the physical orientation of the measurement device; rated with a positional sensitivity to within 0.25 pascal
Integrated closed loop control
Eliminates the need to design an external closed loop control system, which simplifies product design and reduces loop delays by up to 100x
Superior’s NimbleSense architecture enables us to develop unique products optimized for different markets. For smart homes, we have created the following products. Our architecture is very flexible, so we can also develop custom solutions for your application.
Resources
Product Brief
Low Pressure
Product Brief
Capabilities
Catalog
Want to learn more? Read our smart home blog post.