ENERGY CONSUMPTION MONITORING AND ALERT SYSTEM VIA IOT

– The paper introduces a method for accurately measuring electricity consumption and associated costs, utilizing a device that displays readings on an LCD screen and sends SMS notifications to users with consumption details in rupees. The advancement of electronic meters, particularly with programmable meter-reading architecture (AMRS), has significantly contributed to energy and cost efficiency. This study proposes a user-friendly Internet of Things (IoT) based energy meter reading system with defect indication, aiming to prevent manipulation of electric bills by providing users direct access to their consumption data. The system comprises a GSM modem connected to an 8051-family microcontroller, which monitors electrical pulses, calculates consumption, and determines costs based on unit price, transmitting this information via SMS and displaying it on an LCD screen. Additionally, users can send messages to the system for load control. Unlike traditional digital meter reading systems, this technology enables remote access to electronic meters, accessible globally with proper authentication. The project offers benefits such as cost reduction, improved energy efficiency, and decreased manpower and time requirements, employing both hardware and software components.