Design and Implementation of an IoT-Based Solar Power Measurement System for Charging Stations of Electric Vehicles

Design and Implementation of an IoT-Based Solar Power Measurement System for Charging Stations of Electric Vehicles

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https://doi.org/10.56741/jnest.v4i02.806

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50-Watt Solar Panel, Energy Management, Internet of Things, Real-Time Measurement, Solar Power Monitoring

Abstract

Because of its potential to improve monitoring and management skills, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology with renewable energy systems has attracted much interest recently. This study describes an experiment that uses an IoT-based solar power monitoring system to measure the output power of a solar panel in real-time. A 50-watt solar panel is used in this paper to demonstrate the design and execution of an Internet of Things-based solar power monitoring system. The use of the IoT can significantly improve solar energy surveillance by better monitoring solar panel performance. The system comprises a 50-watt solar panel, a microcontroller unit, various sensors for measuring power, voltage, current, and temperature, and a wireless communication module for transmitting data. The collected data is sent to a cloud-based platform, where it is processed and analyzed. The results indicate that the Internet of Things (IoT)- based solar power measuring system provides a scalable solution for broader applications in renewable energy management and improves the reliability and precision of power-producing data. Real-time solar power generation monitoring is the goal of the proposed system, which would allow for effective energy management and optimization.

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Mg Myo Ko Ko, Yangon Technological University

is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Yangon Technological University. He received his M.S.Engg (Renewable Energy) from Yangon Technological University in the Mechanical Engineering Department in 2015. His research interests include Solar Energy, Programming, and Control Engineering. (email: ecdepartment.ytu@gmail.com).

Ei Mon, Yangon Technological University

received her Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering and Master of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Technological University (Hmawbi) in Myanmar. She also received a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering from Yangon Technological University in Myanmar. Her research interests are renewable energy engineering and mechanical engineering-related research. She is also working on the Development of a Microcontroller MPPT Solar Charge Controller for a Stand-alone PV System in Myanmar. His position is Associate Professor. (email: maeimon.ytu@gmail.com).

Than Than Htike, Yangon Technological University

received the degree of B.E. (Mechanical), the degree of M.E (Mechanical), and the degree of Ph.D. (Mechanical) from Yangon Technological University in 1993, 1998, and 2004, respectively. She is the Professor and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yangon Technological University. Her research interests are Solid and Structural Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing. (email:  mathanthanhtike.ytu@gmail.com).

Hla Myo Tun, Yangon Technological University

is a Leading Pro-Rector for Research and Engineering Higher Education at Yangon Technological University (YTU). He specializes in professional training for Engineering Higher Education leaders, heads of departments, and faculty members. He also directs Research and Development programs for the technology development of Electric Vehicle Research Works and Renewable Energy System Optimizations.  (email:  hmt.ytu@gmail.com).

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2025-04-17

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Ko, M. M. K., Mon, E., Htike, T. T., & Tun, H. M. (2025). Design and Implementation of an IoT-Based Solar Power Measurement System for Charging Stations of Electric Vehicles. Journal of Novel Engineering Science and Technology, 4(02), 44–50. https://doi.org/10.56741/jnest.v4i02.806

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