IOT Circuit Breaker Project

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This project focuses on developing a password-based circuit breaker that uses the IOT system. This

project was created to mitigate the risk that individuals, especially electricians, face in the line of

duty. There have been increased reports of electric shocks that are even fatal. This sometimes

resulted from a lack of coordination or miscommunication in the electric substation. Due to this

fact, this project was started with the aim is to solve this issue by employing the IOT system. An

IOT-based circuit refers to a system with a high response time in that it uses an interconnection

network to control the electric load in the different substations. This system works mainly with the

internet, requiring a WIFI module to function. This wifi module gets paired with an Atmega328p

microcontroller located on the internet. It is also equipped with an LCD to allow one to see the state

of the load in each substation. The operator can remotely connect to this system through the internet

through an interface known as IOT Geko. This allows the operator to either turn on or off the

electric state through a password(Kadu et al., 2017). This system is incredibly advantageous in that

it allows individuals to operate the system remotely; this, therefore, allows for outstanding

coordination and flow of information. It also has high speed and a fast response time that, in turn,

helps improve interdepartmental and inter-substation communication. This speed also contributes to

the increased functionality of the circuit breakers, capacitors, and transistors. This system is

excellent for promoting security in electric systems by eliminating accidents that may result from

electric shock.

Putting together this project took about three weeks; it required different types of materials these

are;

Atmega Microcontroller

LCD
Crystal Oscillator

Capacitor

Transistor

Diodes

Cables and connectors

Transformers and adapters

Switch

Wifi adapter

IC Sockets

IOT Gecko

Programming language

These materials were not easy to acquire but were affordable and flexible in size and capacity. After

acquiring these materials, we managed to put it together, and the resulting solution was as follows;

BLOCK DIAGRAM
The Wifi module shown in the block diagram is used with the controller to connect with the IOT

stem. IOT, on the other hand, we were required to use the IOT Gecko in order for it to function as it

was required. The triac circuit, as shown in the diagram, is used to control the loads that were to be

used in this project. The LCD was meant to display the loads, helping us know what load is on and

off and the status of the circuit breaker during the controlled experiment. In summary, the block

diagram shows that the system is working. The IOT system connects to the controller through the
wifi module, which serves as a connection point between the controller and the IOT system. On the

other hand, the controller functions as the system's brain in that it receives the command from the

IOT system. Then it instructs the out coupler and triac systems to ensure that the proper load is

switched per the operator's preference.

Assembling this project took about two weeks this is putting into consideration the fragility of the

project. It took three people to assemble this project. The above prototype allowed us to monitor the

status of four loads, as shown in the prototype above. By turning them on one by one through the

internet using the IOT software, the loads could turn on and off as required.

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 James Meggy John Marry Bridgit Merlin Harry

Work package 1 A R I I C A R

Work package 2 I R A I C C R

Work package 3 R R C C I I C

Work package 3 A C I I I R R

R- Responsible A- Accountable C-consult I- inform

Work package 1 Project management (planning, meeting,

administration)

Work package 2 Product requirement(Software, documentation,

training)

Work package 3 Detail and design

Work package 4 Intergration and testiting

Modeling refers to representing a model that includes the construction of the model and its working.

This is similar to a simple system that helps predict the effect of changes in the system. Simulation,

on the other hand, helps to analyze the existing system. In this system, the model being used is the

one constructed above through numerous simulations, allowing us to identify the strengths and

weaknesses of the system(Das Biswas et al., 2021). Hence allowing us to know what upgrades are

to be done in the system and the risks that the system might pose if installed in the organization.

Firstly the model had to be constructed to be an exact replica of the original project. Controlled

stimulation is to be run on the project. These simulations employ different situations to analyze the

viability and functionality of the model. Through this, one will be able to know and predict the

future outcomes of the project.

In order to monitor and control the price of this project, one should consider buying the required

hardware all at once. Buying this in bulk helps reduce their prices, making the construction of this

project affordable. One can also consider carrying out project resource planning. This involves

identifying the resources required to execute and complete the project. This will be done at the

beginning of th project to allow the project managers to create inventories within budget. This also

helps when it comes to assigning tasks during this project. It will also help analyze the resources'

impact and the time required to acquire them. Another method that can be applied to control the

cost of this project is cost estimation. Cost estimation refers to quantifying the cost of the resources

and the cost required to execute the project(Obiefule et al., 2022). To perform these calculations,

one must have the following information; resources required, the price of these resources, the time

required to acquire these resources, assumptions on the project, possible risks, and the company's

financial health. Thirdly they can employ cost budgeting. Cost budgeting refers to the estimation of

resources.

Furthermore, allocating processes to them and the process of the project. Lastly, one can choose to

employ project cost software. This process is automated, and it considers the project's details,

allowing one to have a close approximation of the cost and give a warning when the budget is

exceeded.

In order to manage the scope of this project, one should consider setting realistic timelines. Setting

realistic timelines helps prevent the project team from sup parsing the project's end date. Setting

realistic timelines also helps the team carry out the project at their best capacity. Secondly, setting

accurate budgets also helps maintain the project's scope. Defining the project's scope involves

setting a reasonable budget that will allow wiggle room and allows the team to retain the initial

budget. Defining the project's goals also helps maintain the project's scope. Pointing out the
project's objective allows the team to take steps toward achieving the project's end goals. It also

allows the team to work with the main focus in mind. Defining project deliverables is another way

to maintain the scope of the project. This will allow the team to focus on finishing the project's

primary task. It will allow the team to regain focus anytime they lose it to other activities. The

organization should also consider having a project scope statement. A project scope statement must

have the project's name, description of the project, project deadline, and the project manager. This

allows the team to focus on the project and the deadline required, hence eliminating lateness and

laziness, lastly, defining the project constraints through being realistic and involving the team

members(Krivoshein et al., 2019, March). In order to manage time for the project, one should

consider planning; this will allow the team to accomplish tasks on time as it will increase the

visibility of what is required in the project. Setting clear priorities helps to manage time during the

project. The project may sometimes seem overwhelming, so dividing it into smaller chunks reduces

the burden and allows the tasks to be completed on time. Encouraging the teammates to focus on

one task will decrease the time taken to complete one task and hence help to complete the project

on time.

While carrying out this project, we encountered various challenges; the first challenge was

acquiring the materials required. These materials were specific and hence not easy to find. Another

challenge was the fact that the teammates needed to be able to agree with each other. As time went

by, the pressure became more intense, and this strained the team, leading to arguments among the

team members. It also took much work to manage the time while carrying out this project. The

software also had issues and hence needed to be fixed throughout the project. An advancement in

the coding of the software had to be updated constantly.

 Reference

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monitoring of circuit breaker. Int Res J Eng Technol (IRJET), 4(05).

Das, T. K., Debnath, R., & Das Biswas, S. (2021). Modeling and implementation of advanced

electronic circuit breaker technique for protection. In Applications of Internet of Things:

Proceedings of ICCCIOT 2020 (pp. 15-26). Springer Singapore.

Onwuemeodo, C. L., Duru, C., Anyasodor, C. C., & Obiefule, N. D. (2022). Design and

construction of Internet of Things (IoT) password-based circuit breaker. Journal of

Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Control, and Computer Science, 8(3), 43-48.

Vlasov, A. I., Filin, S. S., & Krivoshein, A. I. (2019, March). Universal smart circuit breaker

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