While KNX has been capable of using IP networks to communicate (between devices or between servers and clients) thanks to the KNXnet/IP protocol, KNX IoT qualitatively increases the interoperability at the IP level thanks to IPv6. It also becomes software development-friendly and adds new physical/network layers demanded by the market (e.g. THREAD) to the existing ones (Wi-Fi, Ethernet). Thanks to KNX IoT, all the stakeholders involved in the product lifecycle (manufacturers, developers, system integrators) enjoy an enhanced approach to manufacturing, development, and integration.
All of these capabilities are made possible through the use of ETS. With ETS, KNX devices from over 500 manufacturers can be configured independently of their physical layer, and project information can be exported to any KNX IoT API Server using a vendorindependent tool. More than 100,000 installers have been trained to use ETS. While other technologies lack application-level interoperability and require numerous software tools to configure an entire installation, ETS provides core interoperability in an attractive tool with a modern user interface.
KNX has been the reference when talking about interoperability. Just grab any two certified devices from any vendor, and they will simply work together at the application level in a secure way. Following this philosophy, KNX IoT has been designed to maintain the highest level of security. KNX IoT Point API devices come with security embedded by design. With this robust and comprehensive development landscape, manufacturers and developers can build the best devices, solutions, and services in the home and building automation market.
For the first time in its more than 30-year of history, the KNX Association has made an open-source stack available to develop KNX IoT devices. This is a giant step towards democratizing the adoption of the best interoperability in the industry, based on IPv6
TP and RF have already laid the foundation for successful business cases, but our past achievements do not leave us complacent. A new IPv6 communication network is now added to the vast KNX development landscape. There are modules available, based on THREAD, to develop KNX IoT devices.
A new communication/message protocol using CoAP and CBOR has been optimized for resource constrained communications. OSCORE is utilized to encrypt all types of messages end-to-end between endpoints. Leveraging these protocols and solutions, KNX grows on the shoulder of giants while maintaining its unique identity and added value.
A groundbreaking development platform that serves as the foundation for remarkable solutions has been presented to the world in 2023, enabling all business cases in the smart home and building verticals. From single products to services, any manufacturer or developer can find the necessary resources to create unique solutions.
Towards Zero Impact is an initiative, powered by IOT Solutions World Congres to help make the SDGs adopted by all United Nations Member States become a reality. IoTSWC’s objetive is to reduce waste, save resources and boost the event’s sustainability. Within this framework, and taking well-being into consideration, KNX Association contributes with Human Centric Lighting as a service based on KNX IoT.
Human-centric lighting optimizes illumination by adapting it throughout the day to enhance users’ health and well-being. This KNX IoT service provides the most appropriate settings for colour temperature and brightness, based on scientific principles, in major control systems. KNX IoT enables the service to be seamlessly integrated into any KNX project, such as the IOTSWC tunnel, ensuring compatibility and interoperability with any KNX LED controller. Additionally, system integrators can fully leverage the algorithms to deliver advanced, user-centric lighting experiences that adhere to international standards.
KNX-based solutions and devices uniquely embody the highest level of interoperability in the industry. All equipment certified with the KNX trademark guarantees seamless interoperability and straightforward integration
Vendor-independent
All involved devices and applications are constructed with security as a foundational pillar. System integration incorporates security mechanisms, ensuring that all devices and applications operate securely at runtime.
Thanks to its vendor-independent approach, all equipment certified with the KNX trademark can be configured using a single tool: ETS. Manufacturers also enjoy complete freedom to select their hardware platforms.
Solution description
Software suite that optimises dynamic lighting for architectural spaces. AI has a profound impact on people’s well-being and daily lives, further than illuminating. KUMUX software optimises dynamic lighting by adapting light throughout the day for the users’ needs with existing lighting and control technologies.
KUMUX adjusts the artificial lighting settings based on geolocation, time, activity and artificial lighting characteristics by using AI algorithms. It delivers healthy, productive, safe, and engaging lighting environments.
Device description
The KNX TP Blue IO 550 CV secure is a compact RGB / RGBW / Tunable White dimming actuator with 4 PWM outputs.
The dimming actuator can be used e.g. for LED panels or stripes with RGB / RGBW / Tunable White configuration or as 4 independent dimmer channels. Every configuration allows controlling the channel by switching, rel. dimming and dimming value.
Device description
The KNX DALI-2 gateway Colour 1-gang is a rail mounting device that occupies 4 rail units. It is designed for controlling luminaires and other applications equipped with DALI operating devices in KNX installations, such as electronic ballasts. The device is intended for mounting on a DIN rail according to EN 60715 in a distribution box. Product characteristics include:
DALI-2 certification
Control of up to 64 DALI devices in up to 32 groups
Device
KNX IP Router secure with routing and tunelling interface Used as IP Router, MECip connects a KNX TP line to the IP Backbone and enables KNX communication between both KNX media KNX IP and KNX TP. MECip can also be used as IP Programming Interface to establish tunelling connections for bus access of PC and other data input devices. Filtering of group communication and physically addressed telegrams is configurable. Transmission of configuration telegrams from TP subline to IP main line can totally be switched off. Special functions to ease troubleshooting, to accelerate commissioning and to avoid unnecessary telegram traffic are additionally available.
The HPE Networking Instant On Switch Series 1830 is an affordable, easy-to-use, smart-managed switch solution for small businesses looking for cost-effective ways to keep up with evolving networking demands.
HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 Wi-Fi 6 access point. Delivering blazing-fast performance and greater capacity to handle more devices simultaneously while delivering greater performance, it’s the perfect access point for small businesses with expanding mobile, cloud, and IoT requirements.
Company
KUMUX Spain
Weinzierl Engineering GmbH
Albrecht Jung GmbH & Co. KG
Tapko Technologies GmbH
HPE Networking Instant On
Country
KNX IoT Development (link)
KNX IoT Open Source (link) Development resources (link)
Company https://kumux.io https://weinzierl.de https://www.jung-group.com https://www.tapko.de https://www.arubainstanton.com