Automation Platform as an Advanced Energy Management System

Abstract

Nowadays high-rise buildings with Water Flow Glazing envelopes require the implementation of strategies based on advanced concept of energy management as well as predictive maintenance services. In order to cover these needs, a controlling and data-logging platform called AtenTTo has been developed. This article treats the design and implementation of the AtenTTo. This Electronic Control Unit is a hardware and software platform that comprises two PCB: (i) AtenTTo Core, which is the brain of the system, and (ii) AtenTTo Multipurpose in which the brain is plugged allowing connecting specific sensors and actuators. To facilitate AtenTTo integration, the design of the multipurpose platform adjusts to the size of a standard DIN rail box. Furthermore, and in order to facilitate the user to program the system, AtenTTo software allows configuring the system with code-less programming. The result is a multipurpose, versatile Printed Circuit Board integrated in a standard DIN rail box for monitoring and controlling buildings. The platform provides a graphic interface that allows programming any energy strategy considering different parameters such as, outdoor climate, HVAC system, passive material influences and user behavior