Abstract:
There has been a growing use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, which have allowed the automation and remote control of day-to-day activities. In this project, we introduce PawConnect, an IoT-based intelligent pet feeder that will help automate the feeding schedules and give live monitoring and environmental awareness. The system is designed based on ESP32 module as the main controller and allows remote monitoring of pets by means of live video streaming. A load cell that has an HX711 amplifer is used to measure the weight of the food to be able to control the portion accurately. The process of dispensing food is automated by a servo motor, which guarantees feeds on time and in a controlled manner. DHT11 and DHT22 sensors are used to measure temperature and humidity to monitor the environmental conditions and keep the pets comfortable. The system offers real-time LCD status locally (a 16×2 LCD) and is cooled by a fan to maintain the correct temperature. The supply is regulated 5V with a specific current to operate the motor. The feeder is linked to a cloud-based system where it is monitored remotely, controlled to feed and the feeding report generated. The suggested system is more effective in managing pets by increasing the accuracy of feeding, remote monitoring, and environmental consciousness, which is why it is a viable option in the present-day pet management.
