Indian Journal of Science and Technology
DOI: 10.17485/ijst/2020/v13i07/149822
Year: 2020, Volume: 13, Issue: 7, Pages: 860 – 869
Original Article
Onuekwusi Nnaemeka C.1,*, Nwabude Geraldine C.2, Okozi Samuel O.3 and Ezema Longinus S.4
1,3,4Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
2Seamfix Nigeria Limited, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State, Nigeria
*Author for correspondence:
C. Onuekwusi Nnaemeka
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
E-mail ID: nnaemeka.onuekwusi@futo.edu.ng
Objectives: It is a common responsibility for individuals and organizations to effectively manage energy in buildings for economic and environmental concerns. In this study, the development of an energy management system integrated with a presence detecting sensor and an android mobile application for remote control of electrical appliances is undertaken.
Methods/ findings: The integrated system is basically composed of a human presence detecting Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor mounted on a WeMos D1 microcontroller and remotely monitored and controlled from a web server using an android mobile application via a wireless network. The developed system provides multiple benefits. It eliminates human involvement and manpower often required to manually toggle power outlets and appliances on/off.
Application: Furthermore, it conserves electrical energy and prevents wastages by ensuring that energy is only consumed when needed. The developed system is recommended for residential and small office applications.
Keywords: Energy Management and Control, Android Mobile Application, Presence Detection Sensor.
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