ABSTRACT
In order to satisfy the rising demand for premium poultry products around the world, the poultry industry is essential. Automation technology integration has become crucial for improving the productivity and welfare of chicken farms. The goal of this research is to design and build a timer-based control system specifically for automated poultry systems that will handle lighting and watering.In order to optimize resource consumption, ensure the welfare of poultry, and reduce labor demands, the suggested method intends to address critical difficulties faced by poultry producers. To accomplish these objectives, the control system combines elements from the hardware and software worlds.The hardware consists of sensors, lighting fixtures, solenoid valves, and precise timers. To ensure that the chickens always have access to clean water, solenoid valves are used to regulate the flow of water to drinking stations. Additionally, light sensors and LED lighting fixtures are used to control the lighting conditions inside the coop, imitating temperature regulation to support the wellbeing and productivity of the chickens. An interface between the hardware components and the software is provided by a microcontroller-based system. Given information about the age, breed, and environmental conditions of the fowl, the microcontroller is programmed to carry out a pre-defined schedule for watering and lighting. Due to the schedule's simplicity of adjustment, farmers can quickly modify it to meet their unique needs. By reducing water and energy waste and ensuring that the chickens receive appropriate lighting for healthy growth, the timer-based control system is intended to increase resource efficiency. Additionally, the automation of these crucial operations minimizes the amount of physical work necessary, enabling farmers to more effectively use their time and resources. This research project shows how a timer-based control system for lighting and watering in an automated poultry system may be designed and constructed successfully. A thorough testing process is used to assess the system's performance on a real-world chicken farm. The findings show considerable gains in labor productivity, resource efficiency, and poultry welfare, making it a desirable addition to contemporary chicken farming techniques. The use of such automated technologies will be crucial in guaranteeing sustainable and effective production as the poultry industry continues to develop. Keywords: Automation, Automated watering system, Timer, Microcontroller, sensor, Poultry farm.
