AUTOMATIC STREET LIGHT BY USING MOTION

SENSOR AND SOLAR PANEL

COMMUNITY SERVICE REPORT

Submitted by

S.VIKAS 23UEEE2016
K.BHARAT KUMAR 23UEEE0018
B.B.VENKATA SAI 23UEEE2023

under the guidance

of
DR K.KARTHIKUMAR

in partial fulfillment for the award of the degree

of

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY

in

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

APRIL 2025
 BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE

It is certified that this major project report entitled ”AUTOMATIC STREET LIGHT BY
USING MOTION SENSOR AND SOLAR PANEL” is of bonafide work of S.VIKAS
(23UEEE2016), K.BHARAT KuMAR (23UEEE0018) and B.B.VENKATA SAI
(23UEEE2023)

SUPERVISOR HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT

Dr.K.KARTHIKUMAR Dr.K.KARUNANITHI
Associate Professor Professor
Department of EEE Department of EEE

Submitted for community service project work viva-voce examination held

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 CERTIFICATE FOR EVALUATION

PROGRAM : Bachelor of Technology

BRANCH : Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
SEMESTER : IV

NAME OF THE STUDENTS:

S.VIKAS 23UEEE2016
K.BHARAT KUMAR 23UEEE0018
B.B.VENKATA SAI 23UEEE2023

Title of the project:

“AUTOMATIC STREET LIGHT BY USING MOTION SENSOR
AND SOLAR PANEL”

The report of the community service project work submitted by the above stu-
dents in partial fulfillment for the award of Bachelor of Technology in Electrical
and Electronics Engineering of Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R & D
Institute of Science and Technology for the Viva – Voice held on 26/04/2025
has been evaluated and confirmed to the report of work done by the above
students.

INTERNAL EXAMINER EXTERNAL EXAMINER

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We express our deepest gratitude to our respected Founder Chancellor and President
Col. Prof. Dr. R. RANGARAJAN B.E. (EEE), B.E. (MECH), M.S (AUTO).
DSc., Foundress President Dr. R. SAGUNTHALA RANGARAJAN M.B.B.S.,
for their immense contribution in making this organization and providing me the state of the
art facilities to do this project. My heartfelt thankfulness to Chairperson and Manag-
ing Trustee, Mrs. MAHALAKSHMI RANGARAJAN. K and Vice President, Mr.
K.V.D KISHORE KUMAR for their deep commitment and dedication, to bring this insti-
tution to the peak in terms of discipline and values.

We are very much grateful to our beloved Vice Chancellor Prof. S. SALIVAHANAN,
Ph.D., for providing us with an environment to complete our community service Project suc-
cessfully. We obligated to our beloved Registrar Prof. Dr. E. KANNAN, Ph.D., for
providing immense support in all our endeavors. We thankful to our esteemed Dean Aca-
demics Prof. Dr. A. T. RAVICHANDRAN M.E.,Ph.D., for providing a wonderful
academic environment to complete our com project successfully. We record indebtedness to
our Dean SOEC Prof. Dr. R. S. VALARMATHI, Ph.D., for immense care and encour-
agement towards us throughout the course of this Major project.

It is a great pleasure for us to acknowledgement the assistance and contributions of our

Head of the Department Prof. Dr.K.KARUNANITHI, Ph.D.,, Project Supervisor
DR K.KARTHIKUMAR and Project Co-Ordinator Dr. S. SIVAKUMAR, Ph.D.,
Associate Professor for their suggestions, which helped us in completing the work, in time
and we thank him for being instrumental in the completion of third year with his encouragement
and unwavering support during the entire course.

We thank our Parents, Department faculties, Supporting staff and friends for their help and
guidance to complete this project.

S.VIKAS
K.BHARAT KUMAR
B.B.VENKATA SAI

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 ABSTRACT
In recent years, energy conservation and smart automation have become critical components
of sustainable urban development. This project presents a cost-effective and energy-efficient
solution for street lighting using a combination of motion sensors and solar panels. The system
is designed to automatically control street lights based on the detection of motion, significantly
reducing unnecessary power consumption during low-traffic hours.
The street lighting system utilizes solar panels to harness solar energy during the day,
storing it in a rechargeable battery. At night, the stored energy powers the lights. A motion
sensor, such as a Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor, detects movement of vehicles or pedestrians and
activates the street light only when motion is present. After a predefined delay, if no motion is
detected, the light turns off or dims to conserve energy.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page.No

ABSTRACT iii

LIST OF FIGURES vi

1 INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 Motivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2 BACKGROUND STUDY AND LITERATURE REVIEW 3

2.1 Background Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3 IOT BASED ENERGY MONITORING SYSTEM 8

3.1 Proposed Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Hardware components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2.1 SOLAR PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2.2 MICROCONTROLL (PIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2.3 MOTION SENSOR (PIR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.2.4 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2.5 LED LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
 3.2.6 CHARGE CONTROLLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

4 SIMULATION AND HARDWARE AUTOMATIC STREET

LIGHT BY USING MOTION SENSOR AND SOLAR PANEL 16
4.1 Circuit Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.3 Working Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.4 Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5 FLOW CHART 20

6 RESULT AND DISCUSSION 21

6.1 RESULT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Discussion: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7 CONCLUSION 23

8 REFERENCES 24
 List of Figures

3.1 Proposed Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3.2 Microcontrol (PIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Motion sensor(pir) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.4 Reachargeable battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.5 LED Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.6 Charge Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

4.1 Circuit Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4.2 Working Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.1 Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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 Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Motivation

With the rapid growth of urban and rural infrastructure, the demand for ef-
ficient street lighting systems has significantly increased. However, traditional
street lights consume a large amount of electricity and often remain on even
when there is no activity on the road, leading to unnecessary energy wastage.
In addition, many areas still face challenges in accessing a reliable power supply,
making it crucial to explore alternative energy sources.The motivation behind
this project is to develop a smart and sustainable street lighting system that
reduces energy consumption and operates independently of the power grid. By
integrating motion sensors and solar panels, the system ensures that street
lights are only activated when needed, thereby saving energy and extending the
lifespan of the lighting components. Solar energy, being a clean and renewable
source, makes the system eco-friendly and cost-effective in the long term.This
project aims to address two major global concerns—energy efficiency and envi-
ronmental sustainability—by leveraging simple yet powerful technologies. It is
especially beneficial for remote or underdeveloped regions, where infrastructure
is limited but safety and visibility during nighttime remain essential.

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1.2 Overview

The Automatic Street Light Using Motion Sensor and Solar Panel project is
designed to provide an intelligent and energy-efficient lighting solution for public
roads and pathways. The core idea is to develop a smart street lighting system
that automatically turns ON when motion is detected and turns OFF or dims
when there is no movement, thereby conserving energy.This system utilizes a
Passive Infrared (PIR) motion sensor to detect the presence of moving objects,
such as vehicles or pedestrians. When motion is detected, the sensor sends a
signal to the control circuit to activate the LED street light. After a preset time,
if no further motion is detected, the system either turns the light off or dims it
to a lower intensity.To power the lights sustainably, the system includes a solar
panel, which charges a battery during the daytime using sunlight. This stored
energy is then used to power the lights at night, making the system completely
independent of the main electricity grid and highly suitable for remote or off-
grid areas.

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 Chapter 2

BACKGROUND STUDY AND

LITERATURE REVIEW

2.1 Background Study

Street lighting plays a vital role in enhancing road safety, preventing accidents,
and reducing crime rates by providing visibility during nighttime. Traditional
street lighting systems, however, are often inefficient as they operate contin-
uously from dusk to dawn regardless of traffic or pedestrian movement. This
constant operation leads to significant energy consumption, higher electricity
costs, and unnecessary strain on the power grid.
To address these issues, modern technologies such as sensor-based automa-
tion and renewable energy integration have been increasingly explored. Mo-
tion sensors, particularly Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors, are capable of detect-
ing movement within a certain range by sensing changes in infrared radiation.
These sensors are widely used in security systems and can be effectively applied
to automate lighting systems.
On the other hand, solar energy has emerged as one of the most promising
sources of clean and renewable power. With the advancement of photovoltaic
(PV) technology, solar panels have become more efficient and cost-effective.

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Solar-powered street lights offer a sustainable alternative to grid-based lighting,
especially in areas with limited access to electricity.
Several research studies and real-world implementations have demonstrated
the benefits of combining solar energy with smart automation for street light-
ing. The integration of motion sensors ensures that lights are only used when
necessary, while solar panels provide a reliable and eco-friendly power source.
This combination leads to reduced energy usage, lower maintenance costs, and
a positive environmental impact.
The background study thus supports the development of a smart street light-
ing system that leverages both automation and renewable energy to create a
cost-effective, energy-saving, and environmentally friendly solution for modern
infrastructure.

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2.2 Reference

TITLE:

AUTOMATIC STREET LIGHT BY USING MOTION SENSOR AND SO-

LAR PANEL

AUTHOR:

IJRASET .
This is a technical paper on the development of a smart street light energy sav-
ing control system. The aim is to reduce energy consumption and increase the
lifespan of the lamps. The system operates by maintaining the street lighting
intensity at 40 of maximum intensity if no vehicles pass through a certain road.
When an infrared sensor detects movement of a vehicle, the street lights will be
switched to 100 intensity. A light-dependent resistor (LDR) is used to detect
day/night, and all the street lights will be in the OFF state during the day. The
Arduino microcontroller is used to control the system, and the current sensor
is used as the current detector for the LED lamp. The system also includes
an LDR sensor to detect the proper operation of the street light. If any of the
street lights are not working properly, the same is displayed on an LCD. The
system has shown great energy savings and has the potential to be upgraded
with more functions to become more user-friendly and commercialized. The
paper highlights the importance of saving energy in the present scenario where
the demand for electricity is increasing, and energy production is not able to
keep up with demand.
Basically, streetlights are an essential part of our infrastructure, but they
consume a lot of energy and cost a lot of money to operate. The existing

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system relies on manual operation, which can lead to energy waste if people
forget to turn off the lights during daylight hours. To address these issues,
the smart LED street lighting system proposes a solution that uses advanced
technology to automate the streetlights and reduce energy consumption. The
system makes use of sensors and the Internet of Things (IoT) to detect when the
lights are needed and adjust their illumination accordingly. Two types of sensors
are used in the system: an infrared (IR) sensor and a light-dependent resistor
(LDR) sensor. The IR sensor detects the presence of vehicles or pedestrians
on the road, and the LDR sensor detects the amount of ambient light in the
environment. By combining these sensors, the system can determine when to
turn on and off the lights and adjust their brightness levels.

2.3 Objectives

• The main objective of this project is to design and implement an energy-

efficient and eco-friendly automatic street lighting system that uses motion
sensors and solar panels to optimize power usage. This system is intended
to enhance public safety while reducing unnecessary energy consumption
and dependency on conventional electricity.

• To develop an automatic lighting system that switches street lights ON

only when motion (vehicles or pedestrians) is detected.

• To utilize solar energy as a renewable power source for operating the street
lights, making the system self-sustaining and suitable for remote or rural
areas.

• To reduce energy wastage by ensuring the lights remain OFF or dimmed

when no motion is detected.

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• To promote environmental sustainability by lowering carbon emissions as-
sociated with traditional power sources.

• To design a low-cost and low-maintenance system that can be easily im-

plemented in various locations.

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 Chapter 3

IOT BASED ENERGY

MONITORING SYSTEM

3.1 Proposed Block Diagram

Figure 3.1: Proposed Block Diagram

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The LDR and VR1 form a voltage divider to sense ambient light levels.When
it’s dark, the LDR resistance increases, causing the 555 timer’s output to go
high.This high output at pin 3 turns on the white LED via resistor R1.In bright
light, the LDR resistance decreases, turning the LED off. VR1 (1M) allows
adjusting the light sensitivity threshold.The circuit is powered by a 9V battery
and stabilized with a capacitor (C1)..In figure 3.1, it is displayed

3.2 Hardware components

1. Solar Panel

2. Microcontroller (PIC)

3. Motion Sensor (PIR)

4. Sensor Rechargeable Battery

5. LED Light

6. Charge Controller

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3.2.1 SOLAR PANEL

Solar panel

A solar panel, also known as a photovoltaic (PV) panel, is a device that converts
sunlight into electricity using a process called the photovoltaic effect. It is made
up of many solar cells (typically silicon-based) that work together to generate
electrical power.

In your project, the solar panel is used to charge a battery during the day. This
stored energy then powers the street light during the night.

Sunlight Hits the Panel When sunlight (composed of photons) strikes the surface
of the solar panel, it penetrates into the photovoltaic cells.

Photovoltaic Effect Occurs The energy from the sunlight excites the electrons
in the silicon cells, causing them to move. This movement of electrons generates
a direct current (DC).

Electricity Is Generated The electrical current produced is DC electricity, which

flows from the panel to the charge controller and then to the battery.

Battery Storage The battery stores the electricity during the day, so it can be
used at night when there is no sunlight.

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Nighttime Operation At night, when the motion sensor detects movement, the
system draws power from the battery to turn on the LED street light.

3.2.2 MICROCONTROLL (PIC)

Figure 3.2: Microcontrol (PIC)

PIC stands for Peripheral Interface Controller. It is a family of microcontrollers

developed by Microchip Technology that is widely used in embedded systems
and automation projects due to its simplicity, low cost, and flexibility.In your
project, the PIC microcontroller acts as the brain of the system. It receives
input from the motion sensor and LDR, makes logical decisions, and controls
the LED street light accordingly. Inputs Received:

Inputs Received: PIR Motion Sensor: Detects movement of people or vehicles

and sends a HIGH or LOW signal to the microcontroller.

LDR (Light Dependent Resistor): Detects ambient light. When it’s dark
(night), its resistance increases, which is sensed by the microcontroller.

Decision Making: The PIC microcontroller is programmed using embedded C

or assembly language. It constantly checks the input pins connected to the PIR

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and LDR.

Logic in the code: If LDR detects darkness and PIR detects motion, then turn
ON the LED. If there is no motion, the LED stays OFF or DIM to save power.

Output Control: Based on the logic, the microcontroller sends a signal (usu-
ally HIGH) to an output pin.This signal is used to activate a relay or transis-
tor switch connected to the LED street light.Light turns ON or OFF accord-
ingly.Inputs Received:

3.2.3 MOTION SENSOR (PIR)

Figure 3.3: Motion sensor(pir)

Passive Infrared. A PIR sensor is an electronic device that detects infrared

radiation (heat) emitted by objects, especially humans and animals. It is called
”passive” because it does not emit any energy; instead, it passively detects
changes in infrared radiation in its surroundings.In your project, the PIR sensor
plays a crucial role—it detects motion (like a person or car passing by) and sends
a signal to the microcontroller, which then turns ON the street light.

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 Figure 3.4: Reachargeable battery

3.2.4 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

A rechargeable battery is an energy storage device that can be charged, dis-

charged, and recharged multiple times. In your project, it plays a critical role
by storing the solar energy collected by the solar panel during the day and
providing power to the LED street light and control circuit at night.

Charging Process: During the day, the solar panel generates DC electricity
from sunlight. This power is fed into the battery through a charge controller,
which manages the voltage and current to safely charge the battery.Chemical
reactions inside the battery store the electrical energy.

Discharging Process: At night, when there is no sunlight, the stored energy is

released. This energy powers the microcontroller, PIR motion sensor, and turns
ON the street light when motion is detected.

Recharging Cycle: The battery goes through continuous cycles of charging (dur-
ing the day) and discharging (at night), which is why it’s called ”rechargeable.”

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 Figure 3.5: LED Light

3.2.5 LED LIGHT

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. It is a highly energy-efficient lighting

device that produces light when an electric current passes through a semicon-
ductor. In your project, the LED light acts as the street light, which is turned
ON automatically when motion is detected during the night.

Electric Current Flows: When a voltage is applied across the LED (forward
bias), current flows from the positive (anode) to the negative (cathode).

Electrons and Holes Combine: The LED is made of semiconductor material

(usually gallium arsenide or gallium phosphide).As electrons move through the
semiconductor, they combine with holes (positive charge carriers).

Light is Emitted: During this process, energy is released in the form of photons
(light). The color of the light depends on the materials used in the semicon-
ductor.

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 Figure 3.6: Charge Controller

3.2.6 CHARGE CONTROLLER

A charge controller (also called a solar charge controller) is an essential com-

ponent in solar-powered systems. Its main job is to regulate the voltage and
current coming from the solar panel and going into the battery, to ensure safe
and efficient charging.In your project, it acts as the guardian of the battery,
preventing it from overcharging, deep discharging, or getting damaged.

Regulates Charging: The charge controller checks the battery voltage level.If
the battery is low, it allows full current to charge it.As the battery reaches full
charge, it reduces or stops the current to avoid overcharging.

Monitors Discharging (in advanced models): Some charge controllers also dis-
connect the load (like lights or sensors) if the battery gets too low.This prevents
deep discharge, which can damage the battery and shorten its lifespan.

Manages Load Output: Many charge controllers have load terminals to directly
connect your LED lights or microcontroller.The controller can turn OFF the
load when the battery is low or when it’s daytime.

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 Chapter 4

SIMULATION AND HARDWARE

AUTOMATIC STREET LIGHT BY
USING MOTION SENSOR AND
SOLAR PANEL

4.1 Circuit Diagram

Figure 4.1: Circuit Diagram

]
The LDR and VR1 form a voltage divider to sense ambient light levels.Whenit’s

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dark, the LDR resistance increases, causing the 555 timer’s output to go-
high.This high output at pin 3 turns on the white LED via resistor R1.In
brightlight, the LDR resistance decreases, turning the LED off. VR1 (1M)
allowsadjusting the light sensitivity threshold.The circuit is powered by a 9V
batteryand stabilized with a capacitor (C1)..In figure 3.1, it is displayed(C1)..In
figure 3.1, it is displayed

4.2 Hardware

1. Solar Panel

2. Microcontroller (PIC)

3. Motion Sensor (PIR)

4. Sensor Rechargeable Battery

5. LED Light

6. Charge Controller

4.3 Working Model

1. The automatic street light system is designed to operate based on the avail-
ability of sunlight and the presence of motion, ensuring energy-saving and
smart lighting control. The system mainly relies on a solar panel, recharge-
able battery, PIR motion sensor, LDR, LED light, and a microcontroller
(e.g., PIC). AS the power enter the circuit board activated.

2. The current sensor and voltage sensor will sense the current and voltage.

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 Figure 4.2: Working Model

3. During the Day: The LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) senses the ambient
light. When sunlight is present (high ambient light), the resistance of the
LDR decreases. The system detects it’s daytime, so the LED street light
remains OFF. Meanwhile, the solar panel charges the rechargeable battery
through the charge controller. The charge controller regulates the voltage
and prevents battery overcharging.

4. During the Night: As darkness sets in, the LDR senses low light and its
resistance increases. The microcontroller identifies it as nighttime based
on the LDR input. The system now becomes active and waits for motion
detection.

5. Motion Detection and Light Activation: When a PIR (Passive Infrared)

motion sensor detects movement (e.g., a person or vehicle passes by), it
sends a signal to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the
input and turns ON the LED street light. After a preset time (e.g., 20–30
seconds) of no motion, the microcontroller turns the light OFF again to
conserve energy. If continuous motion is detected, the light remains ON.

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4.4 Advantages

• Energy Efficient: The system uses solar energy, a renewable source, which
significantly reduces dependency on conventional electricity.

• Power Saving: Lights only turn ON when motion is detected, saving elec-
tricity during idle times and reducing power wastage.

• Eco-Friendly: Reduces carbon emissions and environmental pollution by

using clean, green energy.

• Cost Effective: Minimizes electricity bills and operational costs in the long
term, especially in remote or rural areas.

• Low Maintenance: The system is automated and requires very little human
intervention or maintenance once installed.

• Automatic Operation: Works without manual switching—lights operate

based on ambient light (LDR) and motion (PIR sensor) inputs.

• Improved Security and Safety: Lights turn ON instantly when someone

passes by, which helps prevent accidents and improves night-time visibility.

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 Chapter 5

FLOW CHART

Figure 5.1: Flowchart

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 Chapter 6

RESULT AND DISCUSSION

6.1 RESULT

The prototype of the automatic street light system using motion sensors and
solar panels was successfully developed and tested under various conditions.
The key outcomes of the project.

Motion Detection Accuracy: The PIR (Passive Infrared) motion sensor accu-
rately detected human or vehicle movement within a range of 5–7 meters.The
lights activated instantly (within 1 second) upon motion detection and turned
off after a preset time (e.g., 30 seconds) of inactivity.

Power Efficiency: During daytime, the solar panel efficiently charged the bat-
tery.At night, the system used the stored solar energy to power the LED street
lights, ensuring energy independence from the grid.Power consumption was sig-
nificantly reduced by activating lights only when needed, compared to conven-
tional systems where lights stay on all night.

Lighting Performance: Bright white LED lights were used, offering sufficient
illumination (measured at approximately 800–1000 lumens).Illumination was
consistent and covered the expected range along the street path when activated.

Sustainability: The system operated completely off-grid, demonstrating its po-

tential for rural and remote areas where electrical infrastructure is limited.

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6.2 Discussion:

The integration of motion sensors and solar panels into street lighting sys-
tems offers a sustainable and intelligent alternative to traditional lighting. The
system responds dynamically to movement, conserving energy when no activ-
ity is detected, which is especially useful in low-traffic areas or during off-peak
hours.This project demonstrated how renewable energy (solar) can be effectively
paired with smart control (motion sensing) to address both environmental and
economic concerns. By using LEDs, which are energy-efficient and long-lasting,
and by limiting their operation time, the system maximizes the lifespan of both
the battery and the lights.

There were some limitations and challenges:

Sensor Range and Sensitivity: Environmental factors such as wind, tempera-

ture, and small animals sometimes triggered false positives.

Solar Efficiency: On cloudy or rainy days, the solar panel generated less power,
which could affect battery charging and system reliability if not properly sized.

Maintenance: While minimal, the system requires periodic cleaning of the solar
panel and inspection of connections to maintain performance.

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CONCLUSION

The implementation of an automatic street light system using motion sensors

and solar panels has proven to be an effective and energy-efficient solution
for modern street lighting needs. The system intelligently detects motion and
illuminates the street only when necessary, significantly reducing energy con-
sumption compared to conventional lighting systems that remain on throughout
the night.By utilizing solar energy as the primary power source, the system not
only reduces dependence on the electrical grid but also promotes the use of
renewable and eco-friendly energy. This makes the solution highly suitable for
both urban areas aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and remote or rural
areas with limited access to electricity.
Overall, the project successfully demonstrates how combining motion de-
tection technology with solar energy can lead to smart, sustainable, and cost-
effective street lighting. With further optimization and scalability, this system
has strong potential for real-world application, contributing to smarter cities
and a greener future.

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