Project 61: Solar-Powered Street Light with Auto Intensity Control
Street lighting systems contribute significantly to energy consumption in urban areas. Traditional street lights operate at full brightness throughout the night, leading to energy wastage. There is a need for smart systems that reduce brightness during low activity hours.
This project presents a solar-powered street light system that uses a charge controller and battery to store solar energy during the day. At night, the system automatically turns on. A light-dependent resistor (LDR) and a microcontroller adjust the light intensity based on the time or motion detection, ensuring efficient power use.