FactoryPlus is an innovative smart conveyor belt system designed to enhance safety, productivity, and automation in factory environments. The system integrates dual Arduino boards and multiple sensors to ensure efficient, safe operations.
FactoryPlus leverages:
- Dual Arduino Uno boards
- A range of sensors and actuators
- Seamless I2C communication
to provide:
✅ Real-time monitoring
✅ Hazard detection
✅ Intelligent conveyor operations
🛡️ Safety Monitoring
- Ultrasonic, temperature, humidity, and light sensors detect hazards.
- Immediate response through buzzers and LEDs.
⚡ Productivity Enhancement
- Tracks product counts.
- Displays data and alerts via LCD.
📢 Alert System
- Visual (LED) and auditory (buzzer) notifications.
🔗 Smart Communication
- I2C protocol ensures reliable data sharing between Arduinos.
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno Boards | 2 |
| Ultrasonic Sensor | 1 |
| DHT11 Temp/Humidity Sensor | 1 |
| Servo Motors | 2 |
| LCD Screen | 1 |
| Piezo Speaker | 1 |
| LEDs (Red, Green, White) | 5 |
| Photoresistor | 1 |
| Breadboards | 2 |
| Resistors, Jumper Wires, USB Cables | Various |
- Ultrasonic: Trig to pin 9, Echo to pin 8
- LCD: RS to 12, Enable to 11, D4-D7 to 5-2
- Buzzer: pin 7
- I2C: SDA A4, SCL A5
- Servo Motors: pins 8, 9
- DHT11: data pin 2
- Photoresistor: A1
- LEDs: Red 7, Green 6, White 5, 4, 3
- I2C: SDA A4, SCL A5
📦 Libraries Used:
LiquidCrystal.h— LCD controlDHT.h— Temp & humidity readingsWire.h— I2C communication
- Position Arduinos so ultrasonic sensor faces servos.
- Keep 4-10 cm distance between motors and DHT11 sensor.
- Arduino 1: Monitors hazards, triggers alerts.
- Arduino 2: Manages motors and LEDs based on incoming data.
- I2C: Synchronizes both boards for safety responses.
| Phase | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Setup & Initial Testing | 10/28/24 - 11/01/24 |
| Implementation & Integration | 11/04/24 - 11/29/24 |
| Final Adjustments & Presentation | 12/02/24 - 12/06/24 |
For troubleshooting, visit Arduino Forums.
🌟 Cloud Integration: Send data to a cloud dashboard
🌟 Predictive Maintenance: AI-based alerts for machine wear
🌟 Wireless Communication: Replace I2C with wireless modules
🌟 Energy Monitoring: Track power consumption