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V.S.D Vaishnavi,
M. Karthik,
K. Sai Prasad,
P. Bhanu Prakash,
Mrs. K. Lakshmi Priyanka,
- Student, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College (Autonomous), Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Student, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College (Autonomous), Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Student, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College (Autonomous), Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Student, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College (Autonomous), Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College (Autonomous), Odalarevu, Andhra Pradesh, India
Abstract
This paper presents an Adaptive Street Illumination System with Energy Harvesting, developed using an Arduino Uno microcontroller, Light Dependent Resistor (LDR), Infrared (IR) motion sensors, and piezoelectric transducers. The system addresses the significant energy wastage of conventional street lighting by activating LEDs only when motion is detected during nighttime. The LDR detects ambient light to determine day or night conditions, while IR sensors identify the presence of vehicles or pedestrians. Piezoelectric modules embedded beneath the road surface harvest mechanical energy from vehicle movement, convert it to electrical energy via a bridge rectifier, and store it in a rechargeable battery. Therefore, The given suggested system features real- time responsiveness and adaptive control mechanisms for optimizing energy consumption based on fluctuating traffic conditions. By adjusting lighting intensity according to detected activity levels, it boosts the overall efficiency of the system. The design facilitates low-cost implementation and easy installation, making it practical for widespread use. Moreover, the incorporation of energy harvesting methods can greatly diminish reliance on external power sources and foster sustainable energy use. The Arduino Uno integrates all subsystems, providing intelligent, automated, and energy-efficient operation. This solution reduces power consumption, operational costs, and carbon emissions, making it suitable for smart city infrastructure.
Keywords: Adaptive street lighting, energy harvesting, piezoelectric sensor, LDR, IR motion sensor, Arduino Uno, smart city.
V.S.D Vaishnavi, M. Karthik, K. Sai Prasad, P. Bhanu Prakash, Mrs. K. Lakshmi Priyanka. ADAPTIVE STREET ILLUMINATION SYSTEM WITH ENERGY HARVESTING. International Journal of Electronics Automation. 2026; 04(01):-.
V.S.D Vaishnavi, M. Karthik, K. Sai Prasad, P. Bhanu Prakash, Mrs. K. Lakshmi Priyanka. ADAPTIVE STREET ILLUMINATION SYSTEM WITH ENERGY HARVESTING. International Journal of Electronics Automation. 2026; 04(01):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ijea/article=2026/view=240438
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International Journal of Electronics Automation
| Volume | 04 |
| 01 | |
| Received | 28/03/2026 |
| Accepted | 15/04/2026 |
| Published | 22/04/2026 |
| Publication Time | 25 Days |
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