Project Freport Final
Project Freport Final
A Report Submitted To
THDC INSTITUTE OF HYDROPOWER ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
SUBMITTED BY
Anmol Raturi
(660970105004)
Aman Nodiyal
(660970105002)
Aman Bhandari
(660970105001)
Himanshu Mamgain
(660970105007)
This is to certify that the above statement made by the candidate is correct to the best of our
knowledge.
Date:
.
It gives us a great sense of pleasure to present the report of the B. Tech Project undertaken during
B. Tech, Final Year. We owe special debt of gratitude to Mr. Vikrant kumar , HOD of the
electrical department and Mr. Nitin Kumar Gupta, (Assistant Professor) of EE, THDC Institute
of Hydropower Engineering & Technology , Tehri for his constant support and guidance
throughout the course of our work. His sincerity, thoroughness and perseverance have been a
constant source of inspiration for us. It is only his cognizant efforts that our endeavours have seen
light of the day. We also take the opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of Professor support
and assistance during the development of the project.
We also do not like to miss the opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of all. We also
do not like to miss the opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of all faculty members of the
department for their kind assistance and cooperation during the development of our project. Last
but not the least, we acknowledge our friends for their contribution in the completion of the project.
Nowadays, electrical accidents to the line man are increasing, while repairing electrical lines due to lack of
communication between maintenance staff and electrical line man. This project gives a solution to this
problem to ensure electric line man safety. It is very simple to maintain, so it is very useful for the line man.
The parts which are required for our model is easily available in the market . The main component of our
project is the Fingerprint scanner, RFID Module, DailPad which is required to provide inputs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER.1
INTRODUCTION……………………………………………….
CHAPTER.2
COMPONENTS OF THE PROJECT
2.01 POWER ADAPTER
2.02 PUSH BUTTON
2.03 RESISTORS
2.04 DIODES
2.05 RELAY
2.06 ARDUINO
2.07 LCD
2.08 RFID
2.09 DIALPAD
2.10 FINGERPRINT SCANNER
2.11 VOLTAGE REGULATOR
2.12 IR SENSOR
CHAPTER.3
WORKING OF THE PROJECT………………………………….
CHAPTER.4
ADVANTAGES…………………………………………………..
CHAPTER.5
LIMITATIONS……………………………………………………
CHAPTER.6
APPLICATIONS…………………………………………………..
CHAPTER.7
CONCLUSION…………………………………………………….
CHAPTER.8
REFERENCES………………………………………………
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CHAPTER 1
protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload or short circuit. The main objective
of this project is to save line man by making such a protective system controlled through
fingerprint scanner , password and RFID. In this proposed system if there is any fault in line , the
line man senses his finger due to which main line is switched off after that he works on line
solving the problem and after that again senses his finger and switch on the electrical line. For this
operation he can also use a password method, in which line man dials a password on Dial pad for
switching off/on the main line. Sometimes lineman can forget the password , so instead of
password method hr can use RFID method. Nowadays, electrical accidents to the line man are
increasing, while repairing electrical lines due to lack of communication between maintenance
staff and electrical line man. This project gives a solution to this problem to ensure electric line
man safety. It is very simple to maintain so it is very useful for the line man. The parts which are
required for our model is easily available in the market. The main concept of our project is to save
the life of line man. The main components of our project is the ‘Fingerprint scanner’ which is
required to sense the finger, ‘RFID module’ which is required to sense RFID CARD and ‘Dial
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CHAPTER 2
In our project we are using power adaptor for providing the external supply to the circuitry. An AC
adapter, AC/DC adapter, or AC/DC converter is a type of external power supply, often enclosed in a case
similar to an AC plug. Other common names include plug pack, plug-in adapter, adapter block, domestic
mains adapter, line power adapter, wall wart, power brick, and power adapter. Adapters for battery-
powered equipment may be described as chargers or recharger. AC adapters are used with electrical
devices that require power but do not contain internal components to derive the required voltage and
power from mains power. The internal circuitry of an external power supply is very similar to the design
that would be used for a built-in or internal supply. External power supplies are used both with equipment
with no other source of power and with battery-powered equipment, where the supply, when plugged in,
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2.2 PUSH BUTTON
A push-button or simply button is a simple switch mechanism for controlling some aspect of
a machine ora process. Buttons are typically made out of hard material,usally plastic or metal.
The surface is usually flat or shaped to accommodate the human finger or hand, so as to be easily
depressed or pushed. Buttons are most often biased switches, although many un-biased buttons
still require a spring to return to their un-pushedstate.Termsfor the "pushing “of buttons
include pressing, depressing, mashing, slapping, hitting, and punching. The "push-button" has
been utilized in calculators, push-button telephones, kitchen appliances, and various other
To avoid an operator from pushing the wrong button in error, pushbuttons are often color-
coded to associate them with their function. Commonly used colors are red for stopping the
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2.3 RESISTORS
A resistor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that implements electrical resistance as a circuit
element. In electronic circuits, resistors are used to reduce current flow, adjust signal levels, to divide
voltages, bias active elements, and terminate transmission lines, among other uses. High-power resistors
that can dissipate many watts of electrical power as heat, may be used as part of motor controls, in power
distribution systems, or as test loads for generators. Fixed resistors have resistances that only change
slightly with temperature, time or operating voltage. Variable resistors can be used to adjust circuit elements
(such as a volume control or a lamp dimmer), or as sensing devices for heat, light, humidity, force, or
chemical activity. Resistors are common elements of electrical networks and electronic circuits and are
ubiquitous in electronic equipment. Practical resistors as discrete components can be composed of various
compounds and forms. Resistors are also implemented within integrated circuits.
The electrical function of a resistor is specified by its resistance: common commercial resistors are
manufactured over a range of more than nine orders of magnitude. The nominal value of the resistance falls
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2.4 DIODES
A diode is a two-terminal electronic component that conducts current primarily in one direction
(asymmetric conductance); it has low (ideally zero) resistance in one direction, and high (ideally
infinite) resistance in the other. A diode vacuum tube or thermionic diode is a vacuum tube with
two electrodes, a heated cathode and a plate, in which electrons can flow in only one direction, from
cathode to plate. A semiconductor diode, the most common type today, is a crystalline piece
of semiconductor material with a p–n junction connected to two electrical terminals.[5] Semiconductor
The most common function of a diode is to allow an electric current to pass in one direction (called the
diode's forward direction), while blocking it in the opposite direction (the reverse direction). As such, the
diode can be viewed as an electronic version of a check valve. This unidirectional behavior is
called rectification, and is used to convert alternating current (ac) to direct current (dc). Forms
of rectifiers.
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2.5 RELAY
A relay is classified into many types, a standard and generally used relay is made up of electromagnets
which in general used as a switch. Dictionary says that relay means the act of passing something from one
thing to another,the same meaning can be applied to this device because the signal received from one side
of the device controls the switching operation on the other side. So relay is a switch which controls (open
and close) circuits electromechanically. The main operation of this device is to make or break contact
with the help of a signal without any human involvement in order to switch it ON or OFF. It is mainly
used to control a high powered circuit using a low power signal. Generally a DC signal is used to control
circuit which is driven by high voltage like controlling AC home appliances with DC signals from
microcontrollers. An electromechanical relay is basically designed using few mechanical parts like
Electromagnet, a movable armature, contacts, yoke, and a spring/frame/stand, these parts are showing in
the internal pictures of Relay below. All these are arranged logically to form into a relay.
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2.6 ARDUINO ( ATMEGA 328 )
Arduinos contain a number of different parts and interfaces together on a single circuit board. The design
has changed through the years, and some variations include other parts as well. But on a basic board,
you’re likely to find the following pieces A number of pins, which are used to connect with various
components you might want to use with the Arduino. These pins come in two varieties .Digital pins,
which can read and write a single state, on or off. Most Arduinos have 14 digital I/O pins. .Analog pins,
which can read a range of values, and are useful for more fine-grained control. Most Arduinos have six of
these analog pins. These pins are arranged in a specific pattern, so that if you buy an add-on board
designed to fit into them, typically called a “shield,” it should fit into most Arduino-compatible devices
easily. A power connector, which provides power to both the device itself, and provides a low voltage
which can power connected components like LEDs and various sensors, provided their power needs are
reasonably low. The power connector can connect to either an AC adapter or a small battery.
A microcontroller, the primary chip, which allows you to program the Arduino in order for it to be able to
execute commands and make decisions based on various input. The exact chip varies depending on what
type of Arduino you buy, but they are generally Atmel controllers, usually a ATmega8, ATmega168,
ATmega328, ATmega1280, or ATmega2560. The differences between these chips are subtle, but the
biggest difference a beginner will notice is the different amounts of onboard memory. A serial connector,
which on most newer boards is implemented through a standard USB port. This connector allows you to
communicate to the board from your computer, as well as load new programs onto the device. Often times
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Arduinos can also be powered through the USB port, removing the need for a separate power connection.
A variety of other small components, like an oscillator and/or a voltage regulator, which provide
important capabilities to the board, although you typically don’t interact with these directly; just know
APPLICATIONS
C-STEM Studio, a platform for hands-on integrated learning of computing, science, technology,
OBDuino, a trip computer that uses the on-board diagnostics interface found in most modern cars
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2.7 LCD
16×2 LCD is named so because; it has 16 Columns and 2 Rows. There are a lot of combinations available
like, 8×1, 8×2, 10×2, 16×1, etc. But the most used one is the 16*2 LCD, hence we are using it here.
All the above mentioned LCD display will have 16 Pins and the programming approach is also the same
and hence the choice is left to you. Below is the Pinout and Pin Description of 16x2 LCD Module:
The LCD can work in two different modes, namely the 4-bit mode and the 8-bit mode. In 4 bit mode we
send the data nibble by nibble, first upper nibble and then lower nibble. For those of you who don’t know
what a nibble is: a nibble is a group of four bits, so the lower four bits (D0-D3) of a byte form the lower
nibble while the upper four bits (D4-D7) of a byte form the higher nibble. This enables us to send 8 bit
data. Whereas in 8 bit mode we can send the 8-bit data directly in one stroke since we use all the 8 data
lines.Now you must have guessed it, Yes 8-bit mode is faster and flawless than 4-bit mode. But the major
drawback is that it needs 8 data lines connected to the microcontroller. This will make us run out of I/O
pins on our MCU, so 4-bit mode is widely used. No control pins are used to set these modes. It's just the
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Sr.
Pin No. Pin Name Pin Type Pin Description Pin Connection
No
Connected to the
This is a ground pin of
1 Pin 1 Ground Source Pin ground of the MCU/
LCD
Power source
Connected to the
This is the supply voltage
2 Pin 2 VCC Source Pin supply pin of Power
pin of LCD
source
Connected to a variable
Adjusts the contrast of the
3 Pin 3 V0/VEE Control Pin POT that can source 0-
LCD.
5V
Connected to a MCU
pin and gets either 0 or
Toggles between 1.
4 Pin 4 Register Select Control Pin
Command/Data Register
0 -> Command Mode
1-> Data Mode
Connected to a MCU
pin and gets either 0 or
Toggles the LCD between 1.
5 Pin 5 Read/Write Control Pin
Read/Write Operation
0 -> Write Operation
1-> Read Operation
Must be held high to
Connected to MCU and
6 Pin 6 Enable Control Pin perform Read/Write
always held high.
Operation
In 4-Wire Mode
Only 4 pins (0-3) is
Pins used to send connected to MCU
Data/Command
7 Pin 7-14 Data Bits (0-7) Command or data to the
Pin In 8-Wire Mode
LCD.
All 8 pins(0-7) are
connected to MCU
Normal LED like
8 Pin 15 LED Positive LED Pin operation to illuminate the Connected to +5V
LCD
Normal LED like
operation to illuminate the
9 Pin 16 LED Negative LED Pin Connected to ground
LCD connected with
GND.
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2.8 RFID
Radio frequency Identification (RFID) is a wireless identification technology that uses radio waves to
identify the presence of RFID tags .Just like Bar code reader, RFID technology is used for identification
of people, object etc. presence. In barcode technology, we need to optically scan the barcode by keeping it
in front of reader, whereas in RFID technology we just need to bring RFID tags in range of readers. Also,
barcodes can get damaged or unreadable, which is not in the case for most of the RFID. RFID is used in
many applications like attendance system in which every person will have their separate RFID tag which
will help identify person and their attendance. RFID is used in many companies to provide access to their
authorized employees. It is also helpful to keep track of goods and in automated toll collection system on
RFID Tag: RFID tag includes microchip with radio antenna mounted on substrate which carries 12
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RFID Reader: It is used to read unique ID from RFID tags. Whenever RFID tags comes in range, RFID
reader reads its unique ID and transmits it serially to the microcontroller or PC. RFID reader has transceiver
EM18 RFID Reader Module Basically, RFID systems categorised as active and passive based on how
Active RFID tags have their own transmitter and power source (Mostly battery operated). They operate at
455 MHz, 2.45 GHz, or 5.8 GHz, and they typically have a read range of 60 feet to 300 feet (20 meters to
100 meters).
Passive RFID tags do not have a transmitter, they simply reflect energy (radio waves) back coming from
the RFID reader antenna. They operate in Low frequency (~125 KHz) as well as High frequency (~13 MHz)
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2.08 DIALPAD
The 4*4 matrix keypad usually is used as input in a project. It has 16 keys in total, which means the same
input values. The SunFouner 4*4 Matrix Keypad Module is a matrix non- encoded keypad consisting of
16 keys in parallel. The keys of each row and column are connected through the pins outside – pin Y1-Y4
4X4 KEYPAD MODULE is used for many kind of applications. Few are:
Case1: When easy to use INPUT device is needed. For control systems or embedded systems there will be
a time where human interaction is needed. Like a coffee machine needs choice selection. In those cases
Case2: Input module can only have few pins. If certain applications are developed of processors with few
pins then that system cannot afford to provide more pins to INPUT DEVICE. At that time using KEYPAD
Case3: For professional look. Using KEYPAD MODULE can give more professional view to the system
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2.09 FINGERPRINT SCANNER
Finger Print Sensor (R305) -TTL UART is a finger print sensor module with TTL UART interface. The
user can store the finger print data in the module and can configure it in 1:1 or 1: N mode for identifying
the person. The finger print module can directly interface with 3v3 or 5v Microcontroller. A level
Power DC : 3.6V-6.0V
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Security level : 5 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5(highest))
FAR : <0.001%
FRR: <0.1%
Working environment:
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2.10 IR SENSOR
An infrared sensor is an electronic device, that emits in order to sense some aspects of the surroundings.
An IR sensor can measure the heat of an object as well as detects the motion.These types of sensors
measures only infrared radiation, rather than emitting it that is called as a passive IR sensor. Usually in the
infrared spectrum, all the objects radiate some form of thermal radiations. These types of radiations
are invisible to our eyes, that can be detected by an infrared sensor.The emitter is simply an IR LED (Light
Emitting Diode) and the detector is simply an IR photodiode which is sensitive to IR light of the same
wavelength as that emitted by the IR LED. When IR light falls on the photodiode, The resistances and these
An infrared sensor circuit is one of the basic and popular sensor module in an electronic device. This s=-
ensor is analogous to human’s visionary senses, which can be used to detect obstacles and it is one of the
Resistors of the range of kilo ohms, Variable resistors. ,LED (Light Emitting Diode).
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2.11 VOLTAGE REGULATOR
A voltage regulator is a system designed to automatically maintain a constant voltage level. A voltage
regulator may use a simple feed-forward design or may include negative feedback. It may use
Electronic voltage regulators are found in devices such as computer power supplies where they stabilize the
DC voltages used by the processor and other elements. In automobile alternators and central power
station generator plants, voltage regulators control the output of the plant. In an electric power
distribution system, voltage regulators may be installed at a substation or along distribution lines so that all
customers receive steady voltage independent of how much power is drawn from the line.
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CHAPTER 3
WORKING
This project is arranged in such a way that maintenance staff or line man has to scanning their finger OR it
can use RFID cards or Password to ON/OFF the electrical line. Now if there is any fault in electrical line
then line man will switch off the power supply to the line by scanning their finger or RFID card or either
by applying password and comfortably repair the electrical line, and after coming to the substation line man
this project :- 1.finger Print Module R305 is used to scanning their Finger.
The block diagram is given below that explains the whole working of the project
1. The project is supplied from the regular AC source that is converted to lower value by the help of a
power adaptor. The power adaptor converts the 220/ 230 volts to 9volts which is permissible for the
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2. The converted power is then supplied to circuit board and converted to DC by the help of diodes as
3. A voltage regulator is connected in the board for the controlling of required voltage.
4. Then the converted supply is passed to the main component of the model that is Arduino consisting
ATMEGA 328. ATMEGA 328 is 8 bits microprocessor which act as small CPU having 32 pins for
controlling components
5. Assuming a sudden fault or maintenance routine occurs in the substation , then in that case the
authenticated official will only cut the line for the purpose of maintenance or faulta clearance for
that purpose he / she will put the password onlu known to person on the keypad which is connected
to ATMEGA328 . When password is entred to the keypad the key signals will passed on to
ATMEGA which will compare it with the password stored in its memory . If the password is correct
the it will send trip signal to relay which will electronically cut the line. The line will also be closed
6. The another method that we introduced is by using fingerprint of controller. The controller will
place its finger on the scanner for a time , if the finger print matches the saved print then the circuit
7. The third and last method is by RFID Cards . The personal will used its ID provided by company to
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BLOCK DIAGRAM
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ACTUAL CIRCUITARY OF THE MODEL -:
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CHAPTER 4
ADVANTAGES
1.The model is designed to cut off / on the line at the time of maintenance of line hence it will avoid
electrical accidents to line man as it is fast and accurate as compare to mechanical circuit braking system
3. The components used in the project are easy to find out and easily available and the are not too
expensive .
4.There is less possibility for stealing the password as its is confidential hence no one can operate other
5.The most protected and secure way to operate the model is fingerprint which can not is copied or steal .
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CHAPTER 5
LIMITATIONS
1.After the model is installed the maintenance cost increases and the model requires special maintenance
and attention.
2. As the model working is based on the programming hence is difficult for the person having no
knowlwdge of coding. The coding used is complicated and long and some times error occurs during
coding.
3.In case of forgetting password , it become complicated for retaining password where as by losing the
card or if unabe to detect fingerprint ..the whole coding will be changed which will be complicated and
time consuming .
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CHAPTOR 6
APPLICATIONS
1. This model can be used in electrical substations for the safety of line man.
2. This model can be implemented in domestic as well as commercial areas also for ensuring the
safety of the people.
3. This can be used in hotels and shopping complexes for the purpose of safety and power saving.
4. Can also be used as Password / Finger print based electrical appliance control or Password /
Fingerprint based Load Control system
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CHAPTER 7
CONCLUSION
Nowadays, electrical accidents to the line man are increasing, while repairing the electrical lines due to
the lack of communication between the electrical substation and maintenance staff. This project gives a
solution to this problem to ensure line man safety. In this proposed system the control
(ON/OFF) of the electrical lines lies with line man.
This project is arranged in such a way that maintenance staff or line man has to scanning their finger OR
it can use RFID cards or Password to ON/OFF the electrical line.
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CHAPTER 8
REFERENCE
1.FINGER PRINT MODULE
https://www.rhydolabz.com/miscellaneous-other-widgets-c-205_124/finger-print-sensor-r305-ttl-uart-p-
1085.html
https://www.sunrom.com/p/finger-print-sensor-r305
3. RFID EM 18
https://www.electronicwings.com/sensors-modules/rfid-reader-em18
https://www.electronicwings.com/sensors-modules/rfid-reader-em18
4. RFID CARDS
https://www.iitms.co.in/rfid-based-attendance-system/what-is-rfid/
https://idsolutionsindia.com/product/smart-cards/rfid-cards/
6.ARDUINO
https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/what-is-an-arduino/all
https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/what-is-an-arduino/all
7. LCD 16X2
https://electronicsforu.com/resources/learn-electronics/16x2-lcd-pinout-diagram
https://components101.com/16x2-lcd-pinout-datasheet
8.ADAPTOR 9V 1 AMP
https://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/49563/power-adapter
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AC_adapter
10. http://ajast.net/data/uploads/4096.pdf
11. https://projectabstracts.com/17104/electric-lineman-protection-using-user-changeable-password-
based-circuit-breaker.htm
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