International Journal of Research Studies in Educational Technology
Divine Word College of San Jose Special Issue
Volume 8, Issue Number 2
Available Online: 15 July 2024
Author/s:
Emperador, Kent Brylle S.*
Divine Word College of San Jose, Philippines (brylleee31@gmail.com)
Reguyal, Jossell Anjo G.
Baylon, Johannah Angela A.
Paraiso, Princess Valerie P.
Ignacio, Jasmine C.
Valdez, Gweneth Althea Cassandra E.
Bautista, Josephine N.
Limos-Galay, Jenny A.
Abstract:
This research used an experimental research design to develop a product. It aimed to create a Solar-powered pesticide sprayer using a WeMos D1 Arduino-based board with Internet of Things integration and assess the difference with the traditional spray method. The test presented the difference between spray range, capacity to spray, internet connectivity, and delay time, utilizing a set of statistical data analysis of a t-test, percentage, and Likert scale. The prototype was also tested in farms around San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, as an agricultural project to check if it would function even in remote areas. The findings reveal that the level of effectiveness of the solar-powered pesticide sprayer using a WeMos D1 Arduino-based board with Internet of Things integration functioned consistently across a temperature range of 29°C to 37°C and performed well under various windspeed conditions. The location where the sprayer is linked to the internet connection influences the device’s internet connectivity success rate depending on the signal strength of the ISPs in each location. The Solar-powered pesticide sprayer using a WeMos D1 Arduino-based board with Internet of Things integration only needs a simple signal that can connect the smartphone to the prototype. Signs such as 2.5G are enough based on the experiments. Using the Internet of Things for pesticide sprayer control, this study recommends automating time-based operations for broader use in areas without signal coverage. This upgrade optimizes efficiency and applicability, laying the groundwork for agricultural advancements and inspiring new applications or improvements.
Keywords: pesticide sprayer, spray range, capacity to spray, internet connectivity, delay time, traditional method
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrset.2024.8014
Cite this article:
Emperador, K. B. S., Reguyal, J. A. G., Baylon, J. A. A., Paraiso, P. V. P., Ignacio, J. C., Valdez, G. A. C. E., Bautista, J. N., & Limos-Galay, J. A. (2024). Solar-powered pesticide sprayer using WeMos D1 Arduino-based board with Internet of Things (IoT) integration. International Journal of Research Studies in Educational Technology, 8(2), 85-96. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrset.2024.8014
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