Report for the Solar Home Automation Research
Written by: Jerelyn Y. Co
Adviser: Mr. Paul Cabacungan
Objective
The group aims to create a system for infant incubators by incorporating our own calibrated sensors. In this manner, it will allow the production cost lesser compared to the commercially available systems. Target of production are the health centers with minimal funds and runs with no abundant medical resources.
What we’ve done
In order to equip every member in the group, there were multiple meetings dedicated for orientation.
- Photosensor
The group was able to scrutinize the components of the available photosensor provided by Sir Paul Cabacungan. The functions of the sensor were studied (the lux range, response time) and the electrical connection was tested using a light bulb. Currently, the photosensor circuit is under deployment for the Aquaponics system.
Measuring the lux and the distance by which the photosensor will function
- Reporting
The group performed reporting twice. The first was done personally (Arduno programming, Bluetooth/Wifi, Solar Panels, photosensor) while the second one was done through online submission (LED, Wires and Inverter and solar charge controller).
The pictures were taken at Faura Hall, 2nd floor. Orientation for the materials to be use
Arduino Reporting at Ateneo Innovation Center
- Processing
In accordance to Arduino programming, Sir Toto Oppus provided a mini seminar to the AIC interns. The group members were invited to join to know some basic concepts of processing for future purposes.
- Sensors
Aside from the photosensor, the members were introduced to the other different photosensors. These include the temperature, RH and IR sensors. There were teams created and were asked to study the functions of the sensors and calibrate them through the use of Arduino programming.
As of now, we are done in testing the sensors through Arduino.
What we’re planning to do next
On the next meetings, we’ll be closely coordinating with the BarangayBarangca Health Center as our first area of focus. They approved of the idea and said that they’ll be giving us a room in their center for research purposes. In connection to this, we will be placing all the sensors in an Arduino/Gizduino and prepare for the future deployments to the Barangay Health Center.