Research Paper on Solar Powered Automatic Plant Irrigation System for Agriculture using IoT
Mohit Sharma1, Dhiraj Zure2, Rahul Dhoke3, Krutika Mashakhetri4, Suraj Bhoyar5, Kiran Kimmatakr6, Saurabh V. Lawate7
1,2, 3,4,5,6Students of Electrical Engineering Department in Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur
6,7Professor of Electrical Engineering Department in Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur
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Abstract - This research paper presents a novel approach to enhance agricultural productivity and optimize water usage through the implementation of a solar-powered automatic plant irrigation system using the Internet of Things (IoT). With the increasing global population and diminishing water resources, it has become imperative to develop sustainable irrigation solutions that minimize water wastage and ensure efficient crop growth. The proposed system utilizes solar energy for powering the irrigation process, reducing reliance on conventional energy sources and minimizing carbon footprint. IoT technology is integrated to enable real-time monitoring, data collection, and intelligent decision-making, thereby optimizing water usage based on plant requirements and environmental conditions. The system's design, implementation, and performance evaluation are discussed, demonstrating its effectiveness in achieving precise and automated irrigation while conserving water resources.
The sensor nodes are equipped with soil moisture sensors, temperature sensors, and Humidity sensors to collect real-time data about the environmental conditions. The data from the sensor nodes are wirelessly transmitted to the central control unit, which processes the information and makes decisions regarding irrigation schedules. Also send data to IoT Server for Remote Monitoring.
Keywords: Solar power, Automated irrigation, IoT, agriculture, solar power, water conservation, soil Moisture Sensor.
