IOT-BASED SMART AGRICULTURE
SYSTEM
Guide: H. ANITHA TEAM MEMBERS:
HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT K.Dinesh
ECE, Department. H.Harsha Vardhan
P.Mallikarjun
S.R ithika
G.Venkata Ramana
Abstract
Smart farming, precision agriculture and Agriculture 4.0 all involve the integration
of advanced technologies into existing farming architecture. The goal is to increase
production efficiency and product quality, as well as reducing overall costs. To this
end, the inclusion of Smart technologies into Irish agriculture has been inevitable
with increased pressure being placed on farming practices to remain profitable, as
well as adhere to environmental regulation. The global Smart Agriculture Solution
Market is said to have stood at around US $10.2 Billion in 2016, and is projected to
reach a valuation of US $38.1 Billion by the end of 2024. The growing adoption of
advanced technology in farming, from agricultural drones, precision seeding
systems, auto-steering, automatic feeding systems and fruit-picking robots
(amongst others), have all incentivised traditional agri-companies to invest in
smart agriculture technology. The deployment of advanced agri-tech has the
potential to allow for an increased focus on non-profitable tasks, such as farm
maintenance and environmental practices. The reduction of heavy labour and
tedious tasks can also lead to improvements in the health and work/life balance of
farming staff.
Introduction
• The "IoT-Based Smart Agriculture System" is a groundbreaking innovation that
integrates Internet of Things (IoT) technology into modern agriculture,
revolutionizing the way crops are cultivated.
• This cutting-edge system utilizes a range of advanced components, including
soil moisture sensors, water pumps, and the NodeMCU, to create an intelligent
and automated farming environment.
• This memonizes modern farming practices by harnessing the power of the
Internet of Things (IoT).
• Through continuous monitoring of soil moisture levels and real-time data
transmission, this system offers a transformative approach to crop cultivation.
• By ensuring precise and timely irrigation, conserving water resources,
reducing manual labor, and enhancing crop yield, it paves the way for a more
sustainable and efficient future in agriculture.
Block diagram
Hardware Components
1. NodeMCU: The NodeMCU is the central component responsible for collecting
data from the soil moisture sensor, controlling the water pump, and enabling data
transmission.
2. Soil Moisture Sensor: This sensor continuously monitors the moisture levels in
the soil, providing real-time data on the soil's moisture content.
3. Water Pump (DC): The water pump is used to deliver water to the crops when
the soil moisture falls below a certain threshold, ensuring they receive the right
amount of water for optimal growth.
4. Relay Module: The relay module is employed to control the water pump. When
the soil moisture sensor detects low moisture levels, the NodeMCU triggers the
relay module, which in turn activates the water pump.
5. LED Indicator: An LED indicator can be used to provide visual feedback, such as
indicating when the system is actively watering the crops.
6. Rechargeable Battery and Battery Charging Module: These components ensure
that the system remains operational even in the absence of a constant power
source. The battery is recharged through the battery charging module.
7. USB Cable: The USB cable connects the NodeMCU to a power source or
computer for programming and data transmission.
8. Buzzer: A buzzer can be incorporated to provide audible alerts or notifications
in response to specific events, like low battery or system malfunctions.
Sofware components
1. Arduino IDE: The Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) is used
to program the NodeMCU and define the system's behavior based on the sensor
data.
2. Embedded C/C++: The NodeMCU is typically programmed using embedded
C/C++ to interact with the hardware components, read data from the soil
moisture sensor, and control the water pump and other peripherals.
3. *ThingSpeak Web Server:* Data collected from the soil moisture sensor is
transmitted to a ThingSpeak web server. This server stores the data and provides a
platform for remote monitoring and control.
Working Principle:
• The soil moisture sensor continuously monitors the soil moisture levels.
• When the moisture level falls below a predefined threshold, the NodeMCU
receives this data from the sensor.
• The NodeMCU, based on the sensor data, triggers the relay module to activate
the water pump.
• The water pump starts irrigating the crops until the soil moisture reaches the
desired level.
• Simultaneously, the NodeMCU sends the sensor data to the ThingSpeak web
server for storage and remote access.
• Users can remotely monitor the soil moisture levels and irrigation process
through the ThingSpeak platform using a computer or mobile device.
• The system can provide additional alerts and feedback through the LED
indicator and buzzer.
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