IoT-Based Smart Meter with Energy Theft Detection

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we interact with our environment, and the smart meter is one of the most important applications of loT. This paper presents an loT-based smart meter designed to measure energy consumption accurately and detect energy theft in real-time. The system is based on the ATmega328p and uses the ESP8266 Wi-Fi module and SIM800 GSM module to establish wireless connectivity and loT functionality. The smart meter employs AC current and voltage sensors to measure true RMS of power and energy consumption. The system is designed to provide real-time energy consumption data to the utility company, enabling them to manage the power grid more efficiently. Additionally, the system can detect energy theft by comparing the energy consumption data with the expected energy consumption for a given period. The system can also send alerts to the utility company and the end-user in case of any suspicious activity. The proposed loT-based smart meter can help reduce energy wastage and improve the overall efficiency of the power grid.