IoT BASED SMART ENERGY METER USING LoRa TECHNOLOGY

The objective of this paper is to provide a brief overview of how smart energy meters can benefit from incorporating LoRa-WAN and IoT applications. This paper proposes the use of LoRa-WAN and IoT applications in smart energy meters to enable real-time monitoring and calculation of power consumption. In today's technology-driven world, power management is crucial for the efficient operation of digital systems, and excessive power consumption can lead to system failures. By incorporating a LoRa unit into the design, the system's communication range can be extended to multiple locations within the specified range, as LoRa supports the deployment of numerous nodes. Furthermore, LoRa's bi- directional communication capability enhances the system's functionality. Compared to Wi-Fi-based IoT systems, which typically require multiple access points to cover large areas, the proposed LoRa-based solution offers cost advantages. By implementing the suggested software version on the devices, users can monitor their power consumption remotely and take necessary actions to optimize energy usage. Keywords— Smart Energy Meters, LoRa-WAN, IoT applications, Power Consumption, Long-range Communication, Bi-directional Communication, Cost-effective Solution