ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The success of this study cannot be attained without the help and support of many

people. We would like to express our profound gratitude to the following:

First of all, to our Almighty God for giving us strength and guidance to make our

project possible.

Engr. Pablito Bantolo, our thesis adviser for his reminders and constant motivation

in encouraging us to meet the deadlines and for his comments in the development to make

this possible.

Engr. Kelvin Tatoy and Kenley Lavega for their knowledge and for lending their

time to choose right device to be used and to formulate appropriate program for the system

to work and to get the desire output.

Engr. Leonard Peter Samillano and Engr. Gerard James Paglingayen for giving us

insights and advises to choose the appropriate thesis title and how to improve our system.

Engr. Michelle Millitante, our Microprocessor professor, Engr. Sunshine Mary

Rose Melo, our Thesis professor and Engr. Arnold Abagat for their ideas and suggestion

that led to the completion of this study.

Engr. Cheryl Salvan, CEA Dean and to her colleagues in College of Engineering

and Architecture who provide insights and expertise that assisted us during the course of

this study.

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 We would like to express our gratitude and warmth appreciation to our family,

friends and classmates who supported us financially and extended their support morally

and emotionally.

Finally, we would like to convey appreciation to all who we failed to recognize and

mention in this manuscript for their support and encouragement.

Jasper Jay Aguirre

Ron Alvin Cabios

David John Catedas

Vic Adrian Enegrio

Johnbell Moreno

Nepthali Regalachuelo

Dave Vagilidad

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 ABSTRACT

The purpose of this research study is to measure the fluctuation voltage that affects

the accuracy of the meter installed. The nominal voltage is set at 230 volts with the

tolerance of plus minus 10%. A voltage of 207 volts up to 253 volts is within the tolerable

limits set by Distribution Services and Open Access Rule (DSOAR).

The system has been designed to monitor electrical parameters such as voltage,

current and power. The system consists of CT (Current Transformer) and PT (Potential

Transformer) for measuring high voltage safely. The parameters affecting the load is

displayed in GUI (Graphical User Interface) PC and the history of the load is stored in

database and SD (Secure Digital) card for the backup and future use. The buzzer has been

installed to indicate dips and swells of the voltage and current measured.

The device will make any electric system efficient, however; there is a possibility

of flaws in the design of the device. For accuracy of data gathered, it is recommended that

the device is connected in redundant manner.

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 APPROVAL SHEET

This thesis entitled “MICROCONTROLLER BASED POWER MONITORING

SYSTEM” is submitted by JASPER JAY AGUIRRE, RON ALVIN CABIOS, DAVID

JOHN CATEDAS, VIC ADRIAN ENEGRIO, JOHNBELL MORENO, NEPTHALI

REGALACHUELO and DAVE VAGILIDAD in partial fulfillment of the Degree Bachelor

of Science in Electrical Engineering is hereby approved.

ENGR. PABLITO BANTOLO ENGR. SUNSHINE MARY ROSE MELO

ENGR. KELVIN TATOY ENGR. LEONARD PETER SAMILLANO

ENGR. MICHELLE MILITANTE ENGR. GERARD JAMES PAGLINGAYEN

ENGR. REX GALOPO

Approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree Bachelor of

Science in Electrical Engineering.

ENGR. CHERYL SALVAN

April 2018
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page.………………………………………………………………………………. i

Approval Sheet………………………………………………………………………… ii

Acknowledgement………………………………………………………………………iii

Abstract…………………………………………………………………………………. v

Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………….vi

List of Tables……………………………………………………………………………ix

List of Figures…………………………………………………………………………....x

List of Appendices ……………………………………………………………………...xi

Chapter 1: Introduction………………………………………………………………. 1

• Background of study……………………………………………………………...1

• Objectives of the study…………………………………………………………... 2

• Significance of the study………………………………………………………… 3

• Scope and Limitation… …………………………………………………………. 4

• Conceptual Framework……………………………………………………………6

• Operational Definition of Terms………………………………………………….7

Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature……………………………………………....9

• Review of related literature ……………………………………………………….9

• Review of related studies …………………………………………………………10

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Chapter 3: Research Methodology………………………………………………….…18

• Design Criteria…………………………………………………………………...18

• Parameters to be analyzed……………………………………………………….19

• Block Diagram…………………………………………………………………...20

• Flow Chart……………………………………………………………………….21

• Fabrication Design……………………………………………………………….22

• Schematic Diagram……………………………………………………………....23

• Tools and Equipment Used……………………………………………………... 24

• Construction procedure…………………………………………………………. 24

• Operation and testing Procedure…………………………………………………25

• Instrumentation-Tools…………………………………………………………....25

• Cost Estimate…………………………………………………………………….26

• Evaluation procedure…………………………………………………………….28

• Treatment of Data………………………………………………………………. 28

• Timetable of the Project………………………………………………………….30

Chapter 4: Test and Evaluation……………………………………………………….31

• Project Description……………………………………….……………………...31

• Project Structure…………………………………………………………………31

• Actual casing of the system..……………………………………………………32

• Actual Design of the system…………………………………………………….33

• Project Evaluation……………………………………………………………….34

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 • Data Gathered…………………………………………………………………... 38

Chapter 5: Conclusion and Recommendation.….…………………………………...45

• Conclusion……………………………………………………………………….45

• Recommendation.……………………………………………………………….46

References...…………………………………………………………………………….47

Appendices……………………………………………………………………………...48

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Table List of Tables Page

Table 1. Bill of Materials…………….…....……………………………………………. 26

Table 2. Total Expenses of the Project…….…………………………………………… 27

Table 3. Timetable of the Project…...……………………………………………………30

Table 4. Functionality…...………….……………………………………………………34

Table 5. Reliability….…………..………………………………………………………. 35

Table 6. Usability….……….……………………………………………….…………... 35

Table 7. Efficiency…..………………………………………………………….………. 36

Table 8. Maintainability.………………………………………………………………... 36

Table 9. Grand Mean…………………………………………………………………… 37

Table 10. Data Logged March 16, 2018…………………………………………………38

Table 11. Data Logged March 17, 2018…………………………………………………39

Table 12. Data Logged March 18, 2018…………………………………………………40

Table 13. Data Logged March 19, 2018…………………………………………………41

Table 14. Data Logged March 20, 2018…………………………………………………42

Table 15. Data Logged March 21, 2018…………………………………………………43

Table 16. Data Logged March 22, 2018…………………………………………………43

Table 17. Tabulated result of the questionnaires used……………………………….…. 54

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 List of Figures

Figure Page

Figure 1. SCT-013-000 Current Sensor…………………………………………………11

Figure 2. SD Card Module……………………………………………………………….12

Figure 3. 1-Way Switch Relay…………………………………………………………. 13

Figure 4. Arduino Uno…………………………………………………………………. 14

Figure 5. Buzzer………………………………………………………………………… 15

Figure 6. Block Diagram………………………………………………………………... 20

Figure 7. Flow Chart……………………………………………………………………. 21

Figure 8. Fabrication Design…………………………………………………………… 22

Figure 9. Schematic Diagram……………………………………………………………23

Figure 10. Actual casing of the system………………………………………………….32

Figure 11. Actual Design of the system…………………………………………………33

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 List of Appendices

Appendix Page

A. Evaluation Criteria....……………………………………………………………… 48

B. Tabulated Result of the Questionnaires Used.…………………………………….. 53

C. Arduino Program.……………………………………………………………….…. 55

D. Steps how to Operate the System.…………………………………………………. 61

E. Datasheets.…………………………………………………………………………. 65

F. Documentation.…………………………………………………………………….. 87

G. Endorsement form…….............................................................................................. 93

H. Curriculum Vitae.……………………………………………………………….…. 98

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