Design and implementation of an automated irrigation system using Arduino UNO, sensors and LAMP stack

Abstract

This paper introduces an innovative approach to enhance plant health and development, while minimizing manual care. Automated systems that integrate sensors and regulation mechanisms have emerged as a promising solution for efficient plant care in the agriculture and horticulture sectors. However, current approaches struggle with high expenses, bulky structures and water wastage. To address these issues, we propose a compact and cost-effective plant care system that employs Arduino hardware and software to detect environmental data and adjust watering schedules accordingly. Moreover, the usage of LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack allows for efficient data processing and management. The paper outlines the system’s design and implementation, highlighting its distinctive features.