IoT based gas detection using Arduino and ESP8266
| dc.contributor.author | Gandhi, Khushboo | |
| dc.contributor.supervisor | Coady, Yvonne | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-06-24T15:01:47Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-06-24T15:01:47Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
| dc.degree.department | Department of Computer Science | |
| dc.degree.level | Master of Science MSc | |
| dc.description.abstract | This report presents the development of a scalable Internet of Things (IoT)-based gas detection system leveraging the Arduino Uno, ESP8266 Wi-Fi module, and MQ-5 gas sensor. The primary objective of the system is to detect combustible gases such as methane and propane and to transmit real-time sensor data to a cloud-connected platform. The prototype serves as a foundational proof of concept for broader safety applications, particularly in industrial environments where gas leaks pose significant hazards. A practical and educational system design has been implemented with attention to hardware interfacing, embedded programming, and network communication. To complement the core system, a STEM-focused tutorial is provided, introducing learners to sensor integration and cloud data transmission using microcontrollers. The report further outlines a robust future scope wherein the existing system can evolve into a distributed sensor network integrated with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for intelligent alerting, secure data storage, and real-time analytics across geographically distributed facilities. | |
| dc.description.scholarlevel | Graduate | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/1828/22428 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.subject | IoT | |
| dc.subject | gas detection | |
| dc.subject | Arduino | |
| dc.subject | ESP8266 | |
| dc.subject | AWS | |
| dc.title | IoT based gas detection using Arduino and ESP8266 | |
| dc.type | project |