Internet of Things (IoT) Basics

To measure the volumetric water content of the soil

It lacks automation and data analysis features

Higher voltage output corresponds to drier soil

<p>It converts the voltage reading to a moisture percentage or a simple wet/dry indication</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Data analysis and automation (e.g., irrigation systems)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ecological factors such as temperature, type of soil, and electric conductivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Measuring properties like dielectric constant, electrical resistance, or interaction with neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IoT technology allows people and things to be connected anytime, anyplace, with anything and anyone, using any path/network and any service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Home automation, also known as smart home, involves the automation and controlling of lightings, ACs, ventilation, security, and home appliances using Wi-Fi for remote monitoring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IoT technology improves lifestyle concepts such as smart TV, smart cities, smart phones, smart life, smart school, and Internet of Things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The term 'Internet of Things' describes a number of technologies and research disciplines that enable the Internet to reach out into the real world of physical objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Internet of Objects refers to a wireless network between objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IoT technology enables connectivity for anything, anytime, and anyplace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Arduino's affordability and ease of use make it a popular platform for DIY soil moisture sensors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The purpose of using Arduino IDE and Proteus is to create a soil moisture sensor using Arduino's affordability and ease of use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Agriculture and remote sensing within hydrology</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To interconnect components of a breadboard or prototype circuit without soldering</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To program the board and provide power</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5V DC</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pins 0 (RX) and 1 (TX)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ATmega16U2</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>UART TTL (5V)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Virtual com port</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To measure the electrical resistance between the probes, which varies depending on the moisture content in the soil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To power the sensor, connecting it to Arduino's 5V pin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To read the voltage output from the sensor, connecting it to an analog pin of Arduino (e.g., A0).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To convert the voltage reading to a moisture percentage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because there is less water to conduct electricity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows for easier current flow, resulting in lower resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a delay of 1 second between each reading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To display the moisture percentage on the serial monitor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To convert the sensor reading into a moisture percentage value</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It represents the maximum value of a 10-bit ADC, corresponding to completely dry soil (high resistance)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By implementing thresholds for watering automation, such as triggering a pump when moisture falls below a certain level</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are cost-effective, making it a cost-effective solution for monitoring soil moisture</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enables remote monitoring and control</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides crucial data for efficient water management and optimal plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>On the Arduino's serial monitor or by controlling an LED to indicate moisture level</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is user-friendly, especially for beginners, with many resources, tutorials, and community support available</p> Signup and view all the answers