A Novel, Inventive, and Automated Solar-Powered Pest Light Trapping Machine with a GSM-based Monitoring System Using Arduino Microcontrollers
Year: 2024
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This study introduces an innovative automated solar-powered rice black bug light trapping machine to address farmers' challenges in manual pest management, such as installation, collection, and electricity costs. The machine features self-operating electronic circuitry, an automated packing system for sealing full sacks, and a GSM-based remote update and control monitoring system. It operates from 8 pm to 12 midnight, with an extension option until 3 am, powered by a solar photovoltaic system, ensuring sustainability, and reduced operational costs. Prototype testing demonstrated its efficiency in automated trapping, packing, and remote monitoring. The GSM system provided reliable updates. Further field testing is recommended, but initial results showed successful pest attraction and collection. Patent protection has been applied for, highlighting the invention's novelty and potential impact on sustainable pest management for rice farmers.
DOI: 10.5109/7323321
Institutions: Caraga State University, Ateneo de Davao University
Language: English
Topic: Arduino and IoT Applications
Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404647702