Design and Development of IoT-Based Vegetable Storage System

Abstract

To improve the quality and longevity of stored vegetables, this paper describes the design and development of an Internet of Things (IoT) based vegetable storage system. With the growing demand for efficient food preservation methods, especially in the context of perishable vegetables, there arises a need for innovative solutions leveraging IoT technologies. The proposed system integrates sensors, actuators, and IoT devices to monitor and control various parameters crucial for vegetable storage, such as temperature, humidity, and air quality. The system architecture comprises a network of sensors distributed within the storage environment, continuously collecting real-time data on environmental conditions. These sensors are connected to a central IoT gateway, the communication hub, facilitating data transmission to a cloud-based server for storage and analysis. Utilizing cloud computing and data analytics techniques, the system provides insights into storage conditions, enabling timely interventions to optimize vegetable preservation. Furthermore, the IoT-based vegetable storage system incorporates actuators capable of adjusting environmental parameters based on predefined thresholds and control algorithms. This enables automated temperature, humidity, and ventilation regulation, ensuring optimal storage conditions conducive to vegetable freshness and longevity. Additionally, the systems has remote monitoring and control capabilities, allowing users to access real-time data and adjust settings remotely via a user-friendly interface accessible through web or mobile applications. The effectiveness of the proposed system is validated through experimental testing in a simulated vegetable storage environment. Results demonstrate improved storage conditions and prolonged shelf life of vegetables compared to traditional storage methods.