Control TechnoVE Smart Charging Station via Local API

S.C.O.R.E. → Convenience → DeviceControl

Overview

TechnoVE Smart Charging Station allows users to efficiently manage their electric vehicle charging sessions using a local API. This capability offers enhanced control and convenience, ensuring optimal energy usage while reducing costs.

Benefits

• Optimize charging schedules based on energy rates and availability.
• Monitor charging status and energy consumption in real-time.
• Integrate with other smart home devices for automated control.

Intent

The purpose of this capability is to provide homeowners with a seamless way to control their TechnoVE Smart Charging Station. By utilizing a local API, users can easily customize their charging preferences and track usage, leading to improved energy efficiency and savings.

Preconditions

• TechnoVE Smart Charging Station installed and connected to the local network.
• Home Assistant setup and configured to manage devices via local API.
• Smartphone or computer with access to the Home Assistant interface.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: Energy Monitoring.

Actors

• Homeowner managing charging schedules
• Family member monitoring energy consumption
• Guest utilizing the charging station

Trigger

The capability is triggered by a scheduled time, user command via Home Assistant, or changes in energy rates.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[User Command] -->|check API connection| B{{API Connected?}}
    B -->|Yes| C[Retrieve Charging Status]
    C --> D[Update Charging Preferences]
    D --> E[Execute Charging Schedule]
    B -->|No| F[Display Error Message]

Workflow Description

1. User Command Initiation

The homeowner initiates a command through the Home Assistant interface to control the charging station.

2. API Connection Check

The system checks the connection to the local API of the TechnoVE Smart Charging Station.

3. Retrieve Current Status

If connected, the system retrieves the current charging status and energy consumption data.

4. Update Preferences

The homeowner updates their charging preferences based on the retrieved information.

5. Execute Charging Schedule

The system executes the updated charging schedule based on the user’s preferences.

Postconditions

The TechnoVE Smart Charging Station operates according to the updated preferences, and the homeowner receives confirmation of the charging status.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with energy monitoring systems for better insights.
• Set up notifications for charging completion or errors.
• Automate charging based on the homeowner’s location.

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)