Design and construction of Arduino based greenhouse monitoring system using IoT

Victor Ugonna Akpulonu 1, Agbese Echo Agbese 2, Chijioke Emmanuel Obizue 3, Aernan Nater 4, Nasiru Abdulsalam 5, *, Ikegbo Stanely Ogochukwu 5, Murtala Aminu-Baba 5 and Adoyi Helen Ene 5

1 Snowview telecommunications limited Warri, Delta State, Nigeria.
2 Electrical/Electronics Engineering Department, Benue State Polytechnic Ugbokolo. Nigeria.
3 Everlink Telesat Network Limited Warri, Delta State, Nigeria
4 Egbin Power PLC, Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria.
5 Department of Computer and Communications Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Engineering Technology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, (ATBU), P.M.B. 0248, Bauchi, Nigeria.
 
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 2024, 12(02), 189–198.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjaets.2024.12.2.0280
Publication history: 
Received on 26 May 2024; revised on 07 July 2024; accepted on 09 July 2024
 
Abstract: 
The rapid advancement of electronic device technologies has led to the creation of intelligent systems aimed at enhancing various aspects of human life. One of the most significant of these advancements is the Internet of Things (IoT), which has revolutionized monitoring, controlling, and security features across numerous applications. In agriculture, IoT-based systems are increasingly crucial for optimizing greenhouse conditions, essential for efficient crop cultivation. This research focuses on the design and construction of an Arduino-based greenhouse monitoring system utilizing IoT technology. The system automates the monitoring and regulation of key environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, light, sodium, potassium, phosphorus and soil moisture, using sensors and actuators managed by the microcontroller. Prototyping methods was adopted. The integration of IoT enables real-time data collection and remote control, significantly reducing manual labor and enhancing crop yield. Additionally, the system incorporates dual power sources, utilizing both grid and solar energy to ensure uninterrupted operation. The lettuce crop yield increase by 20% which makes the system a better alternative to other. The implementation of this automated system showcases the potential of IoT in creating smarter, more sustainable agricultural practices.
 
Keywords: 
Arduino; IoT (Internet of Things); Greenhouse Monitoring; Environmental Control; Automated System
 
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