Help Arduino air quality monitoring

[Warlito21]

help naman po sa coding and pag build ng arduino project po namin na air quality monitoring system Co2 and sulfur dioxide po ang focus namin. thank you po

 

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Sure, I'd be happy to help you with your Arduino air quality monitoring project!

To monitor CO2 and sulfur dioxide levels, you will need a gas sensor that is capable of detecting these gases. There are various types of gas sensors available, but for CO2, you can use an infrared (IR) sensor, and for sulfur dioxide, an electrochemical sensor can be used. Make sure to choose sensors that are compatible with Arduino.

Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started with your project:

1. Gather the necessary components:
- Arduino board (such as Arduino Uno)
- CO2 sensor (e.g., MG811/MG812)
- Sulfur dioxide sensor (e.g., MQ136)
- Breadboard and jumper wires
- Optional: LCD display, buzzer, LEDs, etc., for visual and audible notifications

2. Connect the CO2 sensor:
- Connect the VCC pin of the CO2 sensor to the 5V pin on Arduino.
- Connect the GND pin of the CO2 sensor to the GND pin on Arduino.
- Connect the signal pin of the CO2 sensor to any digital pin on Arduino.

3. Connect the sulfur dioxide sensor:
- Connect the VCC pin of the sulfur dioxide sensor to the 5V pin on Arduino.
- Connect the GND pin of the sulfur dioxide sensor to the GND pin on Arduino.
- Connect the signal pin of the sulfur dioxide sensor to any analog pin on Arduino.

4. Upload the code to Arduino:
- Open the Arduino IDE and create a new sketch.
- Write the code to read data from the sensors and display it on the serial monitor or an LCD display.
- You may also add code to trigger alarms or indicators based on certain threshold values.
- Upload the code to your Arduino board.

5. Test and calibrate the sensors:
- Power on your Arduino and open the serial monitor to view the sensor readings.
- Place the sensors in environments with known CO2 and sulfur dioxide levels to calibrate them if necessary.
- Adjust the code accordingly if you need to convert sensor readings to actual gas concentrations.

6. Build the housing and finalize the setup:
- Once your sensors are calibrated and giving accurate readings, you can build a housing for your monitoring system.
- Consider using an enclosure to protect the Arduino and other components.
- Optionally, you can add visual indicators (LEDs) or audible alarms (buzzer) to provide immediate feedback.

Remember to consult the datasheets and documentation of your specific sensors for detailed wiring and calibration instructions. Additionally, it's important to ensure proper ventilation and safety precautions when working with gas sensors.

I hope this helps you get started with your air quality monitoring system project! Feel free to ask if you have any further questions. Good luck!