DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A GSM BASED SMART ENERGY METER
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Abstract
The increasing demand for efficient energy management has driven the development of smart
metering systems. This project focuses on the design and construction of a Smart Energy Meter
integrated with GSM technology to provide real-time monitoring and remote communication of
electricity consumption. The system is built around a microcontroller that continuously measures
the energy consumed using a current and voltage sensors, calculates the total units used, and
displays the data on an LCD screen. A key feature of the system is its GSM module, which
enables automated transmission of meter readings to the utility provider and the end-user via
SMS at predefined intervals or upon request. This eliminates the need for manual meter reading,
reduces billing errors, and enhances transparency. The meter also includes features like
overload detection, tamper alerts, and prepaid functionality, making it suitable for modern
smart grid applications.
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