ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the information and control technology used in new vehicles and points out the potential for using similar information and control technology in new buildings. The authors draw on their knowledge of new cars and new buildings to present a list of information and control functions, together with the available sensors, computers, controls and displays used in new cars that can provide significant opportunities for our new buildings. Methods for integrating this new technology into new buildings are also discussed. The use of information and control technology in new cars should serve as a model for new building technology. This potential for new buildings should be recognized, and similar technological improvements should be implemented.
