International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) Volume: 11 Issue: 11 | Nov 2024
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IoT-Enabled Smart Weather Station for Real-Time Environmental Monitoring and Data Visualization Atharva Suhas Kulkarni1, 1Student, Dept of E&TC Engineering, Pimpri Chinchwad College Of Engineering, Maharashtra, India
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Abstract - This study presents the development and
ThingSpeak IoT platform. The ThingSpeak interface enables users to access live data and graphical visualizations from anywhere in the world using smartphones or laptops. This system's ability to post data online in real time enhances accessibility and usability, making it a practical tool for individuals and industries alike.[2][3]
implementation of an Arduino-based weather station leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technology for real-time environmental monitoring. The system is designed to measure and log critical weather parameters, including temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, and rainfall detection, using sensors such as the DHT22, FC37, and BMP180. The data collected is transmitted via an ESP-01 (ESP8266) Wi-Fi module to the ThingSpeak IoT platform, enabling remote access to real-time weather information from anywhere in the world. The weather station is particularly suited for applications in agriculture, disaster management, and controlled environments such as industrial and residential areas, where continuous monitoring of climatic conditions is essential. The recorded data not only supports real-time decision-making but also aids in analysing weather patterns and studying climate changes. This implementation highlights the potential of integrating IoT with microcontroller-based systems to create cost-effective, accessible, and reliable weather monitoring solutions.
With applications ranging from agricultural monitoring to maintaining optimal conditions in controlled environments, the proposed Weather Station highlights the transformative potential of IoT in modern weather monitoring systems. By addressing the limitations of traditional offline systems and manual monitoring, this project not only simplifies weather data collection but also empowers users with actionable insights for better decision-making in real-time scenarios.[4][5]
2. SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS This section presents the key components of the system, detailing their specifications and roles in the overall design.
Key Words: Arduino Weather Station, IoT-based Environmental Monitoring, Real-time Data Logging, ThingSpeak Cloud Integration, Sensor Data Visualization.
2.1 Arduino UNO R3 The Arduino UNO R3 serves as the central microcontroller for this project. It is an open-source prototyping board featuring an ATmega328P microcontroller, offering both 5V and 3.3V output voltage options. It supports input power through USB or a coaxial cable connected to an external power source.
1.INTRODUCTION Weather monitoring is an essential aspect of various domains, including agriculture, disaster management, and environmental studies, where timely and accurate data is critical. Traditional satellite-based weather systems, while effective on a broad scale, often fail to deliver precise, localized, and real-time data needed for specific applications. This gap becomes particularly challenging in scenarios that demand immediate action, such as managing agricultural resources during extreme weather or maintaining controlled environments like indoor facilities. To address this issue, the Arduino-based Weather Station presented in this study provides a cost-effective and efficient solution for real-time weather monitoring.[1][2] The system integrates multiple sensors, including the DHT22 for temperature and humidity, BMP180 for atmospheric pressure, and FC37 for rainfall detection. These sensors collect environmental data, which is transmitted using an ESP8266 Wi-Fi module to the
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Operating Voltage: 5V Recommended Input Voltage: 7–12V Input Voltage Range (limits): 6–20V Digital I/O Pins: 14 (6 PWM outputs) Analog Input Pins: 6
2.2 DHT22 Sensor The DHT22 is a low-cost, high-accuracy sensor used for measuring temperature and humidity. It includes a polymer humidity capacitor and a DS18B20 temperature sensor.
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