Project Idea:
This project focuses on an energy-efficient LED-based solar street lighting system with automatic intensity control. It uses solar panels to charge batteries during the day and powers the street lights at night. A microcontroller (8051) regulates light intensity using PWM based on traffic density during nighttime hours. It switches lights ON at dusk and OFF at dawn automatically.
Components:
8051 Microcontroller
Crystal Oscillator
Resistors, Capacitors
Diodes, Transistors
Cables and Connectors
ICs and IC Sockets
LEDs
Transformer/Adapter
Push Buttons and Switches
PCB and Breadboards
Battery
Solar Panel
Project Features:
LED-based solar lighting system
Auto intensity control using PWM
Dusk to dawn automatic switching
Energy-saving at low traffic hours
Battery charge controller with overcharge/deep-discharge protection
Uses solar power – environment friendly
Microcontroller-based programmable logic
Expandable with LDR and GPS-based timing
Applications:
College-level electronics or embedded systems project
Rural and urban street lighting
Smart lighting solutions for highways and campuses
Energy-efficient lighting in remote areas
IoT-ready smart lighting systems (if upgraded)
Project Includes:
Fully assembled and tested circuit
Circuit diagram
Source code
(For DIY KITs - only the components will be provided)
📦 Project Includes:
Fully assembled and tested circuit
Circuit diagram
Source code
(For DIY KITs - only the components will be provided)
Project Types:
- DIY KIT(Do IT YourSelf KIT) - We are providing only components in this kit for this project
- DIY KIT with Code & Circuit Connections - Along with the components, you will get the Code and the Circuit Connections file to help you build the project easily.
- Readymade Breadboard - We are providing fully assembled, tested and ready-made project using plug-n-play jumper wires and breadboard with all the other components, code & circuit diagram.
- Readymade Soldered - We are providing fully assembled, tested and ready-made project soldered on a PCB with all the other components, code & circuit diagram.
Dimensions (Approx.):
PCB: 15 cm(L) x 12 cm(W) x 2.5cm(H)
Solar Panel: 18 cm(L) x 12 cm(W) X 2 cm(H)
LED Light Board: 10 cm(L) x 10 cm(W) x 3cm(H)
Shipping Dimensions: (Approx)
Length: 43cm
Width: 34cm
Height: 7.5cm
Weight (Approx.):
1.2 kg including all components and packaging
Estimated project weight: (approx) 3kg
Notes: All the products are made by LearnElectronics India and not for re-sale.
