Development of a distributed platform for intelligent lighting control

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Due to the ongoing rise in the cost of energy worldwide, the concept of smart energy management at the consumption site has become an important endeavor. In Canada, lighting constitutes about 20% of electric energy usage. Thus minimizing energy consumption due to lighting will have a significant impact in reducing the amount of non-renewable energy consumption. This goal can be achieved by utilizing intelligent automation systems in buildings, warehouses, and other facilities. The proposed CRD project aims to develop hardware, embedded software, and Artificial Intelligent algorithms for a distributed control system composed of wireless sensors, power drivers, and intelligent controllers to achieve energy-efficient lighting in buildings. The project will be conducted by researchers from Simon Fraser University and the University of Victoria, in close collaboration with InteLuma, Inc. The team members have complementary skills in Electronics, Control, Distributed Networks, Artificial Intelligence, and LED Lighting systems.