Power Consumption Measurement System for AC Devices

The Power Consumption Measurement System represents an innovative IoT solution for energy monitoring, designed to promote energy awareness and efficiency in residential and commercial environments.

Project Motivation

With growing concerns about energy consumption and environmental impact, this project addresses the critical need for real-time energy monitoring. By providing detailed insights into device-level power consumption, users can make informed decisions about their energy usage.

System Components

Hardware Setup

• Arduino microcontroller as the main processing unit

• Current clamp sensor for non-invasive current measurement

• Ethernet shield for network connectivity

• Power supply and enclosure for deployment

Software Components

• Arduino firmware for data collection and transmission

• Web-based dashboard for data visualization

• Real-time data processing algorithms

• Historical data storage and analysis

Key Features

• Real-time Monitoring: Continuous measurement and reporting of power consumption

• Non-invasive Installation: Current clamp sensor requires no electrical modifications

• Web Interface: Accessible dashboard for monitoring and analysis

• Historical Data: Long-term consumption tracking and trend analysis

• Alert System: Notifications for unusual consumption patterns

Technical Implementation

The Arduino board continuously samples current measurements using the clamp sensor, calculates power consumption values, and transmits data to a web server via Ethernet connection. The web interface provides intuitive visualizations of current and average power consumption.

Applications

This system has practical applications in:

• Home energy management

• Office building monitoring

• Industrial equipment tracking

• Energy efficiency audits

Impact

The project demonstrates the potential of low-cost IoT solutions for energy monitoring, contributing to increased energy awareness and potential cost savings for users.