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Abstract: As an alternative to conventional power customers' lack of awareness of their own energy use
grids, microgrids provide environmentally friendly is the primary factor contributing to the
energy options. There aren't many smart meter users ineffectiveness of energy monitoring. The only way
out there right now. In the past, smart meters they will know how much power they used is when
primarily served to set up a bichannel communication they get their bills. Just about every two months or
system, with one channel informing end users of their so, customers in India get their invoices. Thus,
electricity bills through GSM modules and the other consumers will not have access to any information
channel providing energy data and other relevant during this period. in relation to their energy use.
information to the utility company that supplies the These days, everyone uses power digitally, so no one
power. One of the main changes made to this project will bother to look at their meter and compare it to
is the elimination of two-way communication in past readings to see how much they use. You have to
favor of storing all data on a single server in the do this many times a month if you want to keep the
cloud. Thanks to an upgrade that makes use of the energy use under control. A huge step forward in
smart energy meter IC's features, the server now energy management would be if consumers could
automatically detects and protects loads from line monitor their energy use not with an energy meter but
transients like overvoltage, undervoltage, and with a laptop or mobile device. Being able to monitor
overcurrent. Users and the relevant utility can access one's energy use online from any location would be
this data in real-time from any location in the world. really useful, especially since most people are now
online all the time. In this study, we provide a
Keywords: IOT, Energy metering, Sensor networks, concept-based approach to reading energy meters that
Real-time monitoring. measure electrical consumption. Every single step of
this method must be carried out many times monthly.
I. INTRODUCTION
A huge step forward in energy management would be
We are presently seeing one of the most pressing if consumers could monitor their energy use not with
global crises: the energy emergency. The optimal an energy meter but with a laptop or mobile device.
approach to this challenge, instead of generating Being able to monitor one's energy use online from
additional energy, is to maximize the use of the any location would be really useful, especially since
energy that is now accessible. By keeping a close eye most people are now online all the time. In this study,
on our energy use and cutting down on waste, we can we provide a concept-based approach to reading
lessen the likelihood of energy crises. However, energy meters that measure electrical consumption.
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II. EXISTING PROBLEMS By using cutting-edge technology, especially the
Internet of Things (IoT), smart energy metering has
Microgrids equipped with smart Internet of Things become a game-changing method for managing
(IoT) energy metering devices and load control energy use. For smart energy metering to work,
algorithms provide a potential solution to the problem intelligent meters equipped with real-time monitoring
of inefficient energy use. The difficulty of capabilities must be put in place. This will enable
incorporating state-of-the-art technology into energy accurate and up-to-the-minute tracking of energy use.
management is, nevertheless, underscored by the One fundamental element of smart energy meters is
persistence of a number of obstacles. Data generated their capacity to initiate two-way communication.
by these technologies raises concerns about privacy This paves the way for the meter and the utility
and security. The collection and transmission of company to have a two-way conversation, allowing
sensitive energy usage data by IoT devices gives rise the former to receive signals or instructions and the
to valid worries over the likelihood of unwanted latter to remotely access real-time data.
access and breaches. Stringent security measures are Consequently, real energy usage-based invoicing is
necessary to guarantee the privacy and authenticity of now accurate, and estimate mistakes are no longer an
this data. There is a direct correlation between the issue, thanks to the removal of human readings. In
reliability and accuracy of the data and the efficacy of addition to improved accuracy and precision, smart
load management algorithms. Precise measurement is meters also enable remote administration. Many
essential for preserving the micro grid's whole functions of smart meters allow utility providers to
efficiency and avoiding less-than-ideal options. operate them remotely, doing away with the need to
Problems with interoperability develop when a micro physically visit each house.
grid's many components and devices are linked. It is
important to prepare ahead when integrating meters, IT’S IMPORTANCE:
controllers, and sensors that use different
communication protocols. As micro grid Provides precise and real-time data for accurate
infrastructure expands, scalability becomes a critical billing based on actual energy consumption.
issue. Adapting IoT-based systems to manage rising
Enables seamless interaction between consumers and
data volume and a growing number of devices
utilities, supporting remote data reading and
requires deliberate planning to avoid scalability
instructions.
concerns. Microgrid infrastructure is expanding.
Internet of Things devices, which rely on intermittent Balances energy loads and addresses peak demand,
power sources, have it especially tough when it contributing to more efficient grid operations.
comes to energy harvesting and power provision.
Establishing a steady and sustainable power supply Empowers consumers to make informed decisions,
for these devices is crucial to retain the reliability and promoting energy efficiency and conservation
continuous nature of data collecting. Load practices.
management algorithms cannot function without real-
time data.Microgrid infrastructure is expanding. Reduces operational costs by allowing utilities to
Internet of Things devices, which rely on intermittent perform tasks such as service activation and issue
power sources, have it especially tough when it troubleshooting remotely.
comes to energy harvesting and power provision.
Integral to smart grid initiatives, providing valuable
Establishing a steady and sustainable power supply
data for better grid management and optimization.
for these devices is crucial to retain the reliability and
continuous nature of data collecting. Load Offers detailed information to consumers, fostering
management algorithms cannot function without real- transparency and enabling proactive steps to reduce
time data. costs.
SMART ENERGY METERING AND ITS
IMPORTANCE:
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Contributes to sustainability goals by analyzing data measurements are sent to the cloud storage
to reduce the environmental impact of energy (Thingspeak), where they are saved and analyzed
consumption. visually. The 8-channel relay module is connected to
the Arduino Mega to complete the home equipment
Facilitates participation in programs that encourage monitoring.
consumers to adjust energy usage during peak
demand. III. PROPOSED WORK & EXPLANATION
Paper Name: IOT Based Smart Meter. Our creation of a Smart IOT-based energy metering
system with a load control algorithm was driven by
Author Name: Abdullah Irfan, Syed Zulqadar the urgent need to tackle significant challenges in the
Hassan∗,Rohan Ahmed, Irfan Ishaq, Amir Zahoor, current energy industry and micro grid management.
Tasawar Murtaza,Muhammad Farhan Masood Year: The fundamental inefficiency of traditional energy
2019 metering systems arises from their inability to
provide real-time data and insights into usage
Summary: Everyone from businesses to households
patterns. To solve this, we urgently want a high-tech
may benefit from a smart meter. In order for the
system that ensures continuous and precise
owner of the grid to have access to this data, monitor
monitoring. Both utility companies and their
it, and take appropriate action (if necessary), the
customers will be able to save energy and save costs
meter must collect data, display it, and update or
thanks to this. Microgrids are becoming more and
upload it to the cloud. The Uno and Mega boards
more common, but they don't have very good
from Arduino are used to construct the models.
monitoring and control systems, so it's not easy to
Bluetooth modules allow for wireless
make sure that energy is distributed evenly, used up,
communication, and circuits are created to represent
and stable. In order to enhance efficiency and
the system's actual functions. Using the user's Wi-Fi
reliability, the proposed system difficulties center on
or cellular network, the device measures and displays
these micro grid management concerns and provide
their power usage, which is then sent to the cloud.
intricate solutions.overall steadiness as a result of
Paper Name: NPP: IOT based totally Energy Meter underdeveloped control and monitoring systems.
with Smart Monitoring of Home Appliances Issues with micro grid management are at the heart of
the proposed system difficulties, which provide
Author Name: Vishnukant V. Gavhane, Mayuri R. intricate solutions to boost efficiency and reliability
Kshirsagar, Ganesh M. Kale, Shubham Katangle, Dr. (SVS EEE 13). Our creation of a Smart IOT-based
S. B.Deosarkar Year: 2021 energy metering system with a load control algorithm
was driven by the urgent need to tackle significant
Summary: The machine is primarily controlled by an challenges in the current energy industry and micro
Arduino Mega 2560 microcontroller. This project's grid management. The fundamental inefficiency of
capabilities include two types of tools: an IoT-based traditional energy metering systems arises from their
home appliance monitoring system and a power inability to provide real-time data and insights into
meter with a virtual display. The microcontroller is usage patterns. To solve this, we urgently want a
linked to a voltage sensor (ZMPT101B) and a state- high-tech system that ensures continuous and precise
of-the-art sensor (ACS712) for the purpose of the monitoring. Both utility companies and their
strength meter. The price is determined by stating the customers will be able to save energy and save costs
values and then measuring the devices with the thanks to this.
matching values. We are bringing a flame sensor and
a relay as a fire protection precaution. Use it if PROPOSED SYSTEM:
anything goes wrong, like a short circuit. The sixteen
by two LCD module displays the output that was The major issues in the energy industry and micro
produced. Through Wi-Fi, the collected grid management is provided by the suggested Smart
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IOT-based energy metering system with a load
management algorithm. The suggested system, which
consists of several linked parts, intends to completely
change how energy is used, controlled, and observed.
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
CONCLUSION
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