SOLAR POWERED GRASS
CUTTING MACHINE USING
BLUETOOTH
Presented by –
BIRENDRA PATTANAIK ( Regd no.- 2221294158)
PRABHU ASHISH DAS ( Regd no.- 2221294193)
SHUBHRA RANJAN SAHOO ( Regd no.- 2221294241)
HEMANT KUMAR KAHALSINGH (Regd no. – 2221294175)
Under guidance of
PROF. DEBASISH MOHAPATRA
SOLAR POWERED GRASS CUTTING
MACHINE USING BLUETOOTH
Innovative integration of renewable energy and wireless control .
Reduces carbon footprint and operational costs.
Ideal for residential and commercial lawn maintainace.
Quiet, low maintenance alternative to gasoline mowers.
AGENDA
1. Introduction and context
2. Problem statement analysis
3. Project objectives
4. System Architecture overview
5. Component specifications
6. Electrical and mechanical diagrams
7. Software control logic
8. Power management and calculation
9. Assembly and testing procedures
10. Results , challenges and future scope
INTRODUCTION
Global shift toward sustainable technologies .
Lawn care market: 5% annual growth in ecofriendly solution.
Limitation of fossil fuel mowers: EMMISIONS, NOISE.
Bluetooth control: enhances user convenience.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
High reliance on non renewable energy sources.
Significant maintenance requirements and operating noise.
Limited run time and restricted mobility of standard electric
mowers.
Need for a self sufficient, remote operated solution.
OBJECTIVES
Develop a solar charged grass cutter with >=1 hour runtime.
Implement Bluetooth remote control via smartphone app.
Optimize weight-to- power ratio for portability.
Ensure safety features : auto- stop on tilt or obstacle detection.
BLOCK DIAGRAM
SOLAR PANEL LI- ION BATTERY PACK MICROCONTROLLER
& & (Arduino Nano)
MPPT CHARGE BATTERY &
CONTROLLER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Bluetooth Module
BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR
MOTOR DRIVER &
BLADES
SYSTEM ARCHETECHTURE
Solar panel array captures up to 120w under peak sun .
MPPT controller maximizes power extraction.
Battery stores energy for continuous operation .
Microcontroller orchestrates power flow and controls motor.
Bluetooth module receives user commands and send status .
SOLAR PANEL COMPONENT
Monocrystalline cells: 22% efficiency.
Maximum power point: 18v @ 6.7A.
Tolerant to partial shading with bypass diodes.
Dimensions: 800×540 ×30 mm , weight: 5 kg
BATTERY & POWER STORAGE
12V , 20Ah Lithium- ion pack (240w)
Supports >=1hour continuous cutting at nominal load.
Built in BMS: overcharge, short- circuit protection.
Cycle life: 1000= cycles at 80% depth of discharge.
CHARGE CONTROLLER
MPPT algorithm improves charging efficiency by 15%.
Input ranger: 12-24v PV, output : 12v battery.
Protections: over – voltage, over-current, reverse polarity.
Indicators: charge status LEDs, temperature sensor input.
MOTOR & CUTTING MECHANISM
Brushless DC motor: 300w peak power, 3000RPM.
Torque : 1.2Nm, suitable for thick grass
High –speed steel blades with 3-point mount.
Quick release blade assembly for safe mainteinace.
BLUETOOTH MODULE
HC-05: Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, SPP profile.
Range: up to 10meters in open field
Configurable baud rate up to 115200
Secure pairing with PIN authentication .
MICROCONTROLLER UNIT
Arduino Nano: ATmega328p @16MHz
PWM control for variable motor Speed.
Analog inputs monitor battery voltage and temperature.
UART interface for Bluetooth communication.
MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION
Spur gear reduction (3:1) for higher torque.
Durable Kevlar- reinforced belt drive.
Adjustable deck height: 20-60 mm range.
Shock absorbers reduce vibration.
Circuit diagram
Detailed schematic power flow and signal lines .
Fues and MOSFET switches for motor control voltage divider for
battery sensing.
Bluetooth RX/TX connection to microcontroller.
SOFTWARES
Initializations : setup pins , sensors, communications.
Battery check: if voltage <11v, enter standby
Bluetooth pairing : await connection
Receive command: START/ STOP , speed adjust
Motor control: PWM output, monitor current.
Safety loop: check tilt, obstacle Censor
Power management strategy
Dynamic load management between charging and cutting .
Low power standby mode when idle .
Auto shutdown on low battery (>=10.5v)
Thermal protection : throttle motor on overheating .
Material selection
Frame 6061 Aluminum for lightweight strength.
Blades: hardened stainless steel(AISI 420)
Casing: ABS plastic, UV-resistant.
Fasteners: stainless steel grade 304
ASSEMBLY PROCESS
Step 1; fabricate chasis and mount solar panel
Step 2: wire MPPT controller and battery pack.
Step 3: install motor , transmission, and blades.
Step 4 : connect microcontroller and Bluetooth module.
Step 5 : calibrate sensors and final testing.
ADVANTAGES & BENIFITS
Zero emissions, carbon- neutral operation
Operating cost: < 5rs per hour (No fuel)
Noise level: 65db vs 95 db (gas mower)
User- friendly remote operation.
LIMITAIONS & CHALLENGES
Reduced performance under low sunlight.
Initial cost: - 20,000rs for full system.
Battery capacity decreases 20% after 500 cycles
Bluetooth range affected by obstacles.
FUTURE SCOPE
IOT integration for scheduling and data logging.
Solar tracking for enhanced charge efficiency
Obstacle detection with LIDAR or ultrasonic sensors.
Modular panel arrays for larger lawn areas.
CONCLUSION
Feasibility proven for small to medium lawns.
Potential to scale with larger panels and batteries.
Easy to operate and maintain.
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