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Design and development of an IoT-based Smart Irrigation System.
The Smart Irrigation System is designed to help farmers automate the watering process by monitoring soil moisture and weather conditions. This system reduces water wastage and boosts crop productivity. By integrating IoT technology, farmers can remotely monitor and control the irrigation process through a mobile app, making farming more efficient and sustainable.
The system uses an ESP8266 Wi-Fi module interfaced with an Arduino Uno microcontroller to enable IoT connectivity. A soil moisture sensor monitors the moisture levels in the soil, while a relay module operates a 12v DC water pump to supply water when needed. The mobile app, built using the Blynk IoT platform, provides remote access to control and monitor the irrigation process. This system ensures optimal water usage and minimizes manual intervention.
The soil moisture sensor continuously measures the moisture levels in the soil. When the sensor detects low moisture levels, the Arduino Uno triggers the relay module to activate the water pump, supplying water to the field. The system sends real-time data and notifications to the Blynk app, where farmers can monitor the soil moisture status and control the water pump remotely. By simulating the process in Tinkercad, the system ensures efficient implementation and debugging.
