Smart Energy Optimization and Protection System with IoT
The rapid growth in electricity consumption has increased the need for intelligent energy management and protection systems. Conventional electrical monitoring systems lack real-time analysis and remote accessibility, leading to energy wastage and delayed fault response. This paper presents a Smart Energy Optimization and Protection System using Internet of Things (IoT) technology for efficient monitoring, fault detection, and energy management. The proposed system continuously monitors electrical parameters such as voltage, current, and power consumption using sensors interfaced with an embedded controller. The collected data is transmitted to a cloud platform through IoT connectivity, enabling real-time monitoring and remote access through mobile or web applications. The system identifies abnormal conditions such as overload, short circuit, over-voltage, and excessive energy consumption using threshold-based analysis. Upon detecting faults, immediate alerts and protection mechanisms are activated to prevent equipment damage and improve system safety. Additionally, the system provides energy optimization suggestions to reduce unnecessary power consumption. The integration of IoT enhances system scalability, accessibility, and efficiency, making the proposed model suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.,