The ultimate entrepreneur science project demonstrates the efficient use of the Internet of Things for traditional agriculture. It shows the use of Arduino and ESP8266 based monitored and controlled smart irrigation systems, which is cost-effective and simple.
"We are all now connected by the Internet, like neurons in a giant brain," said Stephen Hawking.
It is beneficial for farmers to irrigate there land conveniently by the application of an automatic irrigation system. This smart irrigation system has a pH sensor, water flow sensor, temperature sensor and soil moisture sensor that measure respectively and based on these sensors Arduino microcontroller drives the servo motor and pump. Arduino receives the information and transmits it with the ESP8266 Wi-Fi module wirelessly to the website through the internet. IoT monitor and control these interchange of data. This enables the remote control mechanism through a secure internet web connection to the user. A website has been prepared which presents the actual time values and reference values of various factors needed by crops. Users can control water pumps and sprinklers according to the reference values through the website which will help farmers to increase production with quality crops.
Advantages
Automation of daily task leads to better monitoring of devices.
Control and Monitor Information.
Efficient and Saves Time.
Better Quality of Life.
Disadvantages
Complexity.
Technology Takes Control of Life.
Lesser Employment of Menial Staff.