Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Fabrication
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Maret

Solar radiation monitoring system for electric vehicle charging using solar modules based on the Internet of Things

Herlambang, Yusuf Dewantoro (Unknown)
Huda, Muhamad Nurul (Unknown)
Antoro, Daffa Yudha Akbar Putra (Unknown)
Ghozali, Hanif Faizal (Unknown)
Setyawan, Martando Robby (Unknown)
Apriandi, Nanang Apriandi (Unknown)
An-Nizhami, Avicenna (Unknown)
Yanuar, Padang (Unknown)
Riadini, Elfrida Rizky (Unknown)
Marliyati, Marliyati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Mar 2025

Abstract

The utilization of solar energy to support electric vehicle charging still faces challenges related to efficiency and real-time solar radiation monitoring. Addressing this issue is critical given the importance of optimizing renewable energy to facilitate the transition toward sustainable transportation. This study offers a solution through the development of an Internet of Things (IoT)--based solar radiation monitoring system capable of measuring solar light intensity in real time. The system employs a BH1750 sensor integrated with an ESP32 microcontroller to process data, transmit it to the Firebase Realtime Database, and display it via an Android application. The methodology encompasses the design, implementation, and testing of the system on an electric vehicle placed in an open area for 10 hours of observation. Results indicate that the highest light intensity, recorded at 98,321 lux, corresponded to solar radiation of 776.74 W/m², while the lowest light intensity, 69 lux, resulted in radiation of 0.55 W/m². The implications of this research include enhanced efficiency in electric vehicle charging, the advancement of IoT-based solar energy systems, and the potential integration with energy storage technologies and predictive algorithms to improve energy sustainability.

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Journal Info

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jmef

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Control & Systems Engineering Energy Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Materials Science & Nanotechnology Mechanical Engineering

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The Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Fabrication (JMEF) is a scientific publication dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the field of mechanical engineering and fabrication technology. JMEF accepts articles from various researchers who conduct research in the field of mechanical ...