22.8.2. Sensor-based Automation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is sensor-based automation?

   Hint

   Think about tasks that can happen without human intervention.

2. 2.

   Define automatic doors.

   Hint

   Consider features that help those with mobility issues.

3. 3.

   What is the main goal of sensor-based automation in public infrastructure?

   • To reduce costs
   • To improve accessibility
   • To increase speed of service

   Hint

   Think about the needs of all users.

4. 4.

   True or False: Smart elevators can recognize users through their smartphones.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the methods of user identification.

5. 5.

   Analyze the potential economic impact of retrofitting older infrastructures with sensor-based automation systems.

   Hint

   Consider both the costs and the expected benefits over time.

6. 6.

   Design a proposal for integrating sensor-based automation in a newly constructed public library.

   Hint

   Think of the user journey from entering to leaving the library.