saad-imtiaz / conveyor-belt-speed-monitor

A precise and user-friendly Arduino project for real-time monitoring of conveyor belt speeds. Utilizing a rotary encoder and an LCD display, this tool measures RPM and calculates belt speed in meters per second and meters per minute, enhancing industrial efficiency and safety.

Conveyor-Belt-Speed-Monitor 🏭

Overview 📖

The Conveyor-Belt-Speed-Monitor is a practical Arduino-based project designed to measure and display the speed of a conveyor belt. Utilizing an encoder and an LCD display, this tool provides real-time monitoring of the belt's RPM and calculates its speed in meters per second and meters per minute.

Features 🌟

• Real-time RPM measurement of conveyor belts.
• Calculates belt speed in both meters per second and meters per minute.
• Displays time to complete a fixed distance (e.g., 2.7 meters).
• Utilizes an LCD for clear, on-site display of measurements.

Hardware Requirements 🔧

• Arduino Board
• Rotary Encoder
• LiquidCrystal I2C LCD Display
• Basic Wiring Components

Software Dependencies 📚

• Wire Library
• LiquidCrystal_I2C Library

Setup and Installation 🛠️

1. Hardware Assembly:
   • Connect the rotary encoder to the Arduino interrupt pin.
   • Wire the LCD display to the Arduino using I2C communication.
2. Arduino Configuration:
   • Set up your Arduino IDE with the required libraries.
3. Code Deployment:
   • Upload the provided sketch to your Arduino board.

How It Works 🔍

• The encoder sends pulses corresponding to the movement of the conveyor belt.
• The Arduino calculates the RPM and converts it to belt speed.
• Every 3 seconds, the LCD updates to show the current speed and estimated time to cover a fixed distance.

Usage 🔄

Ideal for industrial settings, this tool aids in monitoring conveyor belt speeds for efficiency, safety, and operational optimization.