International Journal of Computer Science Trends and Technology (IJCST) – Volume 11 Issue 4, Jul-Aug 2023

RESEARCH ARTICLE OPEN ACCESS

LPG Weight And Leakage Monitoring System Using IoT

Satyanarayana Kotha [1], Deepak Nedunuri [2], Madhava Rao Ch [3],
K Raja gopal [4], Ramaiah Chowdary Parvathaneni [5], Vihari Gulipalli [6]
[1]
Associate Professor, Department of Information Technology, Sir C R Reddy College of Engineering, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh,
[2]
Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sir C R Reddy College of Engineering, Eluru,
Andhra Pradesh, [3] Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Applications, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education
Foundation, vaddeswaram, Andhra Pradesh,
[4]
Senior Lecturer, HOD, Department of Diploma in Computer Engineering, Sir C R Reddy Polytechnic, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh,
[5]
Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, Sir C R Reddy College of Engineering, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh,
[6]
Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, Sir C R Reddy College of Engineering, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh,
India

ABSTRACT
In this study, we suggest a system to track the weight of LPG gas as well as any leaks. Today, LPG (liquid Petroleum Gas) is
indispensable in almost every home. No level indicator, such as a metre or sensor, is built into LPG gas cylinders. The method
for identifying a cylinder's low LPG gas level is the primary subject of this study. When a household's gas cylinder runs out, it
often places an order for a replacement cylinder. Using an Arduino and a weight detection sensor, we can monitor the LPG
level in the cylinder and order a replacement pressurised cylinder well in advance of it running out.
Keywords: - Arduino UNO, GSM Modem, Gas Sensor, Load Cell.

I. INTRODUCTION

Liquefied petroleum gas, sometimes known as LPG, is the cylinders that are used in virtually every household in India.
type of fuel that is most frequently used for cooking in India. The gas pipeline is another potential source of gas leakage.
The number of people who use LPG in the country is roughly Old gas pipelines frequently become corroded, and as a result,
28 crore. The system for detecting gas leaks now adheres to they are more likely to burst, which allows gas to escape into
several different standards that have been adopted. LPG gas the environment. Since LPG is a flammable gas, the risk of
cylinders do not have any kind of detecting metre or detection fire is significantly increased in the event that it escapes from
system put on them, so there is no way to tell how much gas is its container. In and of itself, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is
still in the cylinder from looking at it. LPG is an excellent fuel odourless; nevertheless, a potent odorant called ethanethiol is
for cooking that, in addition to being inexpensive and simple added to the mixture so that any leaks can be immediately
to acquire, is also very readily available. Because of the detected.
increased demand for LPG, consumers are required to pre-
book their LPG cylinders at least one month in advance of In the beginning, the systems were primarily developed and
when they want their new cylinders delivered. The majority of put into place for the purpose of leakage detection in
the time, customers have a tough time determining how much consideration of the numerous dangers posed by the explosion
LPG is still contained within the cylinder, which results in a of LPG. However, because of the continuously growing
great deal of frustration on their part. In such a scenario, it is demand for LPG, its availability has become increasingly
necessary to have an effective technique for monitoring the difficult to come by in recent years. As a result, it provided a
level of LPG contained within the cylinder, so that users are platform for study concerning the development of devices that
aware of the amount of LPG contained within the cylinder at provide real-time monitoring of the amount of LPG contained
all times. They are able to carry out the essential procedures in in a cylinder [8]. Microcontroller with ARM7 architecture and
order to book a new cylinder [6, 7]. As the number of people MQ6 gas sensing module used for measuring the gas
who use this fuel continues to rise, it has become urgently concentration. In the event that there is a gas leak, it notifies
necessary to establish specific safety requirements that must the user by sounding an alarm and sending a message, and it
be adhered to in order to live a life free from accidents [3, 4]. also cuts off the main power supply. The weight of the
cylinder can be measured with the help of a load cell. When
The escape of the poisonous gas is the primary cause of the the weight of the cylinder drops below a predetermined limit
catastrophic accidents that are associated with the use of LPG. of 2 kilogrammes, the GSM module will send an SMS
It is possible for there to be gas leaks coming from the gas message to the gas agency in order to book a new cylinder [1].

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The GSM Modem, LCD Display, LED, and Buzzer, as well

as the 89C51RD2 Microcontroller. The microcontroller is
connected to each and every one of the devices. LCD display
shows the current level of gas contained within the cylinder at
all times. When the level drops below a predetermined
threshold, a message alerting the user and the gas agency to
book cylinders is transmitted through GSM to both parties [2].
The MQ6 gas sensor is used to determine whether or not there
is a gas leak. In the event that there is a gas leak, it will sound
like a buzzer and send a message to the user. The load cell is
responsible for measuring the weight of the cylinder, and it
communicates this information to NodeMcu, which Fig.1 System Block Diagram
subsequently transmits the data to the ubidot cloud using the
Wi-Fi ESP8266. When the weight is less than the threshold, Arduino UNO Microcontroller: The ATmega328p
the indicator goes red, and an email is sent to the agency to microprocessor serves as the foundation for the Arduino
request that the gas cylinder to be booked. The data is UNO, an open-source board for microcontrollers. There are
displayed on ubidots. MQ2 sensor performs continuous several different expansion boards and other circuits that can
measurements of the gas concentration. Ubidot readings will be connected to different sets of digital and analogue
reflect an increase in concentration whenever there is a loss in input/output pins. The board is programmable using the
LPG gas pressure. If the concentration rises to greater than Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE), and it is
400 parts per million, the indicator will turn red, and the user equipped with 14 digital I/O pins in addition to 6 analogue I/O
will receive a warning message [5]. pins. You are able to build programmes and then upload them
to your board with the help of Arduino Software.
The primary objective of this study is to facilitate safety • Operating Voltage: 5V
precautions in areas where security has been an essential • The suggested input voltage range is 7-12V, while the
concern while simultaneously monitoring for leakage of liquid maximum input voltage range is 6-20V.
petroleum gas (LPG). This will help prevent severe fire
incidents. The technology uses a gas sensor to identify when
there has been a leak of LPG and then notifies the customer
through text message that there has been a gas leak. A weight
sensor is used by the system in order to determine the weight
of the cylinder. The GSM Modem is utilised by the suggested
system in order to send an SMS message to the individual,
warning them about the gas leak. When the system determines
that the amount of LPG concentration in the air has reached
the level that has been predetermined, it sends an alert to the
customer by sending an SMS to the mobile phone that has
been registered, and it also warns the people who are at home. Fig.2 Arduino UNO Microcontroller
This system also provides the current level of LPG, and based
on that level, the user can schedule the delivery of a new LPG Gas sensor: Isobutene, propane, and methane are some of the
cylinder. components that make up LPG gas. It is necessary to have a
sensitive and effective gas sensor that detects just the presence
II. SYSTEM OVERVIEW of LPG gas contents and is less sensitive to other gases, such
The Arduino UNO, Gas sensor, Load cell, GSM module, and as odours from cooking, cigarettes, and so on. The Gas Sensor
HX711 Module are the components that make up the system (MQ2) module is helpful for detecting gas leakage in both
block diagram. residential and commercial settings. It is able to detect H2,
LPG, CH4, CO, alcohol, smoke, and propane, among other
things

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Fig. 5HX711 Module

. Fig.3 Gas Sensor (MQ 2)
GSM Module: The microcontroller will make any necessary
Because of its great sensitivity and quick response time, it or appropriate adjustments when the gas sensor identifies the
enables measurements to be conducted as quickly as is presence of gas and the load cell reports the amount of gas
practically practicable. The potentiometer allows for the remaining in the cylinder. It is necessary for the owner of the
adjustment of the sensor's level of sensitivity. system or any housemates to be informed of the status of all of
these connected components. The technology that makes it
Load cell: A load cell is what's needed to get accurate weight extremely easy to send and receive messages using a GSM
readings. A force transducer is the specific kind of transducer module relies on basic AT commands, which can be
that is referred to as a load cell. A force like tension, implemented by connecting it to the microcontroller's Rx and
compression, pressure, or torque is converted into an electrical Tx pins. This makes sending and receiving messages using the
signal that may be measured and standardised by the device. GSM module very convenient. The SIM800A GSM module is
The load cell receives an increasing amount of force, which what's being used, and it's the one that makes use of the SIM
results in a corresponding increase in the electrical signal. memory to save the number of the system owner, housemates,
distributor, or anybody else the messages need to be passed to.
In order to transmit and receive text messages, it just needs a
very small amount of memory and can run on a standard 12-
volt adaptor.

Fig 4 Load Cell

HX711 Module: The HX711 is a precise analog-to-digital

converter (ADC) with 24 bits of resolution that was developed
specifically for use in weighing scales. Four wires are used to
make the connection between the load cell and the HX711 Figure 6: GSM Module (SIM 800A)
Load cell Amplifier. The colours red, black, white, and
green/blue are assigned to these four wires. From module to
module, there is a possibility of a very tiny colour difference
in the wires.

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III. SYSTEM OPERATION an LPG is brought close to the system, the sensor identifies
the leakage and sends an alarm message to the owners of the
The functioning of the system is dependent on the components system. Additionally, the system prototype performs
that have been stated. The GSM module and the Arduino are continuous monitoring of the LPG level within the cylinder,
both provided by the power source. The Arduino board is then and if the weight of the cylinder drops below a
updated with the program. The load cell is what is used to predetermined threshold value, an alert message is sent to the
measure the weight, and it is coupled to the HX711 module, owner.
which is responsible for converting analog signals to digital.
The weight that has been measured is transmitted from this
load cell to the Arduino. The Arduino then carries out its
operations and uses a GSM module to send an alert message
to the owner in the event that the weight has decreased. The rx
and tx pins of the GSM module are wired up to the digital
inputs on the Arduino. The following is how the load cell is
connected to the HX711 module:

Fig. 9 Leakage Message

Fig.7 Load Cell Connection

The gas sensor, known as MQ 2, is used to measure the

amount of leakage. The analog signal from the gas sensor is
connected to the analog signal from the Arduino. The Arduino
then carries out its operation and uses the GSM module to
transmit an alert message about a leak to the owner.

Fig. 10 Less Weight Message

V. CONCLUSION

Within this system, a gas leakage and weight monitoring

system that is both cost-effective and well-planned was
developed, designed, and effectively implemented.
Because this system is completely automated, there is no
need for any human involvement. We are able to avoid
the difficult scenario that is produced due to the
unavailability of petrol cylinders by applying this
approach, and we advise the owner of the residence to
Fig. 8 Connections book the cylinder. By notifying the owner immediately,
the system prevents the accident that would have
otherwise been caused by the LPG gas escaping from its
IV. RESULTS container. This device is suitable for usage in industrial
settings in addition to residential ones. The cost of
developing the system is substantially lower than the cost
The prototype of the system is being constructed, and when

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