Texas-based distributor Mouser Electronics has set up a smart-home resource centre to provide engineers with innovations in automation.

The growing number of IoT devices enables the management of the entire home, creating a unique experience for homeowners with greater control, peace of mind and the potential for long-term cost savings. IoT devices such as thermostats, refrigerators and vacuums offer intelligent automation by learning user preferences and optimising energy use through real-time data analysis. By integrating internet-connected devices and systems, the smart home, once a futuristic concept, is now a modern reality.

Progress in connectivity, such as tri-radio technology, integrates Wifi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy and IEEE 802.15.4 standards into a single component. This lays the foundation for a modern network experience, enhancing speed, capacity and security across IoT devices.

When coupled with universal standards such as Matter, these technologies create a seamless, interconnected environment where devices communicate effortlessly. This unified IoT system can respond intuitively to real-world conditions, automatically watering plants based on soil conditions or switching on lights when it senses a car in the driveway.

Mouser’s smart home content hub offers a collection of articles, blogs, e-books and products to help engineering professionals deepen their understanding of automated system design. Curated by technical experts and manufacturing partners, these resources explore how to build a tailored, connected home, including how to harness emerging technologies such as Amazon Sidewalk.

Mouser stocks a selection of semiconductors and electronic components, including the ABX00112 Nano Matter board (www.mouser.com/new/arduino/arduino-abx00112-nano-matter) by Arduino, which features the MGM240S microcontroller from Silicon Labs. It seamlessly incorporates the Matter standard for IoT connectivity, catering to hobbyists and professionals. With dimensions of 18 by 45mm, the component is suitable for energy-efficient projects that require Bluetooth Low Energy and OpenThread connectivity options, such as climate control and environmental monitoring.

The QM45655 front end module (www.mouser.com/new/qorvo/qorvo-qm45655-fem) from Qorvo was developed for Wifi 7 (802.11be) systems. The QM45655 allows for a minimal layout area with integrated matching and a small form factor. The multiple wifi TX modes on the device optimise output power, linearity and power dissipation. This conserves power consumption while maintaining high linear output power and throughput. The QM45655 is suitable for wearable and smart home applications.

The FRDM i.MX 91 development board (www.mouser.com/new/nxp-semiconductors/nxp-frdm-i-mx-91-development-board) from NXP is designed to evaluate i.MX 91 applications processors that allow the rapid creation of Linux-based edge devices. The development board features interfaces, PMIC and a tri-radio Wifi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy and 802.15.4 module, making it suitable for industrial, automotive and IoT applications.

ISM 868 and 915MHz FPC antennas (www.mouser.com/new/te-connectivity/te-linx-ism-868-915-fpc-antennas) from TE Connectivity and Linx Technologies are designed for LoRaWan and IoT applications to address the growing demand for industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) antennas with a single frequency. These ISM antennas are available in multiple FPC shapes with double-sided adhesive tape, simplifying mounting within the device, even on curved areas. The antennas are optimised for frequency bands, depending on product selection, and are suitable for medical devices, home automation and irrigation control.

To learn more, visit resources.mouser.com/smart-home.

Mouser (www.mouser.com) offers a selection of semiconductors and electronic components in stock and ready to ship. The distributor’s web site is available in multiple languages and currencies and features more than 6.8 million products from over 1200 manufacturer brands. The distributor ships to 650,000 customers in 223 countries and territories from its distribution facilities in Dallas, Texas.