Solar Powered LED Street Light with Movement Detection and Intensity Control

International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJEEE Journal

Volume 11 Issue 9

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Tan Szi Hui, Chan Jia Huei, Lokman Mohd Fadzil, Mohamad Khairi Ishak

10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V11I9P121

How to Cite?

Tan Szi Hui, Chan Jia Huei, Lokman Mohd Fadzil, Mohamad Khairi Ishak, "Solar Powered LED Street Light with Movement Detection and Intensity Control," SSRG International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 9, pp. 233-239, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V11I9P121

Abstract:

This proposed solar-powered LED street lighting prototype project is an eco-friendly option to improve energy efficiency with sufficient lighting for enhanced human environments’ safety and visibility. To this end, a prototype was built by using a Zybo Zynq-7000 development board, BC547 transistor, TP4056 battery charger, Light-Dependent Resistor (LDR), chargeable battery, LED and resistors as a proof of concept using FreeRTOS task scheduling and priority management. The system’s sensors track ambient light levels and movement to intelligently modify the LED lights' brightness by dimming the light during low vehicles or pedestrians-related activity to conserve energy and immediately brighten upon detecting movement. With the goal of maximizing solar energy usage and minimizing waste, it extends battery life and improves overall system reliability during low-demand periods, thus lowering maintenance and operating costs. The proof of concept suggests a simplistic solution to address energy saving and urban lighting sustainability by utilizing solar energy and incorporating smart control mechanisms, paving the path towards more resilient and ecologically conscious cities. For future research, performance indicators like lighting effectiveness, energy savings, dependability, and user happiness can be proposed to assess the system's viability and suitability for broad implementation.

Keywords:

Energy efficiency, Intensity control, LED street light, Movement detection, Solar energy, Sustainable development.

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