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Smart Meter

The document outlines key features for an energy monitoring system, including real-time power consumption display, energy usage tracking, cost calculation, and overload alerts. It provides a detailed list of components needed for the setup, estimated costs, and programming language recommendations. Additionally, it suggests measurable outcomes to evaluate the system's efficiency and effectiveness in energy management.

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Smart Meter

The document outlines key features for an energy monitoring system, including real-time power consumption display, energy usage tracking, cost calculation, and overload alerts. It provides a detailed list of components needed for the setup, estimated costs, and programming language recommendations. Additionally, it suggests measurable outcomes to evaluate the system's efficiency and effectiveness in energy management.

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Key Features to Include

1. Real-Time Power Consumption Display:


○ Measure and display the power consumption in watts (W). This gives a direct
indication of how much power is being used at any moment.
2. Energy Usage Monitoring (kWh):
○ Track cumulative energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh) over time. This
is the standard unit used in electricity bills.
3. Cost Calculation:
○ Integrate a feature to calculate the cost of energy usage based on the local
electricity rates. You can have a configurable input for cost per kWh.
4. Current and Voltage Readings:
○ Continuously monitor and display both current (in amperes) and voltage (in
volts). These are the core variables needed to calculate power consumption.
5. Historical Data Logging:
○ Record data at regular intervals and store it in memory (e.g., on an SD card
or send it to a cloud service for analysis). You can analyze trends like daily or
monthly consumption.
6. Overload Alerts:
○ Set up notifications or alarms for when energy consumption exceeds a certain
threshold. This could help prevent overloading and ensure energy efficiency.
7. Energy Efficiency Suggestions:
○ Based on usage data, offer suggestions on reducing energy consumption. For
example, if the system detects spikes in power usage, it could prompt the
user to check appliances.
8. Mobile or Cloud Connectivity (optional):
○ If you’re comfortable with IoT, send the data to a cloud service (e.g.,
ThingSpeak, Blynk) or develop a simple mobile app. Users could then monitor
their energy usage remotely.
9. Power Factor Measurement (optional):
○ Include power factor monitoring to measure how efficiently electrical power is
being used. A poor power factor can indicate that electrical power is being
wasted.
10. Graphical User Interface (GUI) or Display:
○ Create a simple, user-friendly interface with an LCD display (or app interface)
that shows real-time data such as power consumption, voltage, current,
energy usage, and cost.
11. Energy-Saving Mode:
○ Include a mode that detects when no or minimal power is being consumed
and can automatically turn off non-essential loads or devices to save energy.

Components Needed (Detailed List)

● Microcontroller (Arduino/ESP32): For processing the sensor data and controlling


the system.
● Current Sensor (ACS712): To measure the current flowing through the circuit.
● Voltage Sensor (ZMPT101B): To monitor the voltage in the circuit.
● Relay Module (Optional): To control connected devices remotely (e.g., turn off a
device when the energy limit is reached).
● LCD Display (16x2 or OLED): To display real-time data.
● Real-Time Clock (RTC Module, DS3231): For accurate time tracking and energy
logging.
● SD Card Module (Optional): For data storage and logging.
● Wi-Fi Module (ESP8266 or ESP32): For remote data access via a smartphone app
or cloud service.
● Resistors, capacitors, wires, and other basic electronic components: For circuit
building and stabilization.

Measurable Outcomes

1. Real-time Power Consumption: Displayed in watts (W), this will show the load in
real-time.
2. Total Energy Usage: Displayed in kWh (kilowatt-hours), measuring the energy used
over time.
3. Cost of Energy Usage: Based on local energy prices, calculated in currency units
per time period.
4. Voltage and Current Values: Continuously monitored and displayed for deeper
understanding.
5. Efficiency: Compare power consumption before and after implementing
energy-saving suggestions.
6. Overload Detection and Alerts: How often overload conditions occur and if alerts
reduce consumption.
7. Power Factor (if included): Efficiency of power usage in real-time or historical data.

Component List with Approximate Prices (INR)

1. Arduino Uno or ESP32 (Microcontroller):


○ Arduino Uno: ₹500 - ₹800
○ ESP32 (with built-in Wi-Fi): ₹300 - ₹600
○ Note: ESP32 is more advanced and supports Wi-Fi for IoT features.
2. ACS712 Current Sensor Module:
○ Price: ₹150 - ₹300
○ Comes in various current rating versions (e.g., 5A, 20A, 30A).
3. ZMPT101B Voltage Sensor Module:
○ Price: ₹150 - ₹300
○ For measuring AC mains voltage.
4. LCD Display (16x2 or OLED Display):
○ 16x2 LCD: ₹150 - ₹250
○ OLED Display (optional, better visuals): ₹400 - ₹700
5. Relay Module (Optional, for controlling devices):
○ Price: ₹100 - ₹300 (depending on number of relays).
6. Real-Time Clock Module (DS3231):
○ Price: ₹100 - ₹200
○ Keeps track of time for energy logging.
7. SD Card Module (Optional, for data logging):
○ Price: ₹150 - ₹300
○ Requires a microSD card.
8. Wi-Fi Module (ESP8266 if using Arduino):
○ Price: ₹200 - ₹400
○ Not needed if you use ESP32 (which has built-in Wi-Fi).
9. Power Supply (9V Battery or Adapter):
○ Price: ₹100 - ₹250
10. Breadboard, Jumper Wires, Resistors, Capacitors:
○ Price: ₹150 - ₹300

Total Estimated Cost:

● Basic Setup: ₹1,500 - ₹2,500 (without IoT features)


● Advanced Setup (with IoT): ₹2,000 - ₹3,500

Programming Language

● Arduino IDE (C/C++):


○ The most commonly used programming language for Arduino and ESP32
projects is C/C++ using the Arduino IDE. This will allow you to write the code
to interact with sensors, process data, and display the output.

Example Libraries for Programming:

● For Current & Voltage Sensing:


○ Use libraries like ACS712 for current sensing.
○ For voltage sensing with ZMPT101B, you can calculate the RMS voltage with
code snippets.
● For LCD/OLED Display:
○ Use the LiquidCrystal library for a 16x2 LCD.
○ For an OLED display, use the Adafruit_SSD1306 or U8g2 library.
● For Real-Time Clock (RTC):
○ Use the RTClib library for time-keeping functionality.
● For SD Card Logging (Optional):
○ Use the SD library for reading and writing to an SD card.
● For Wi-Fi and IoT (ESP32 or ESP8266):
○ Use the WiFi library for establishing connections and sending data.
○ You can also integrate with platforms like ThingSpeak, Firebase, or Blynk
for IoT applications.

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