Suresh Angadi Education Foundation's

ANGADI INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT

(Approved by AICTE,New Delhi, Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi)
Savagaon Road Belagavi-590009
Accredited By NAAC & NBA

Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Pre- Final Year Mini Project Synopsis Format

1. Name of the College: Angadi Institute of Technology & Management

2. Project Title: Clap Control Home Automation
Branch: Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
3. Broad Theme / Category: Sound Based Control In Smart Homes
4. Name of project guide:
1. Name : Prof Raviraj Chougala
Email id :[email protected]
Contact No.:8618863274

5. Name of Team Members (Strictly not more than four students in a batch):
1. Name : Vaishnavi Umesh Nirwani
USN No. :2AG22EC057
Email id :[email protected]
Mobile No. :9742913595
2. Name : Vidyashree Prabhulingayya Jakatimath
USN No. :2AG22EC058
Email id :[email protected]
Mobile No. :9148345055
3. Name: Priya Siddu Chandaragi
USN No:2AG22EC037
Email id:[email protected]
Mobile No:6363368498

6. Team Leader of the Project :

Name: Vaishnavi Umesh Nirwani
USN No.:2AG22EC057
Email id:[email protected]
Mobile No.:9742913595

7. Date of commencement of the Project: 10-12-2024

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8. Probable date of completion of the project: 13-12-2024
9. Scope / Objectives of the project:(not more than 500 words)
Scope of the Project: Clap Switch Home Automation

The scope of a clap switch home automation project focuses on integrating simple sound-
based control systems with household appliances to improve convenience, accessibility, and
energy efficiency.

Objectives of the Project:

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1. Primary Objectives:
Develop a functional clap-based switching mechanism for appliances.
Implement circuitry to detect and respond to specific sound frequencies.

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2. Secondary Objectives:
Enhance user convenience and accessibility for controlling appliances.
Ensure low-cost production to make the system affordable for wider use.

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3. Technical Objectives:
Achieve reliable sound detection to minimize false triggers.
Build a robust and compact system that works under typical household conditions.

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4. Safety Objectives:
Ensure the circuit design complies with electrical safety standards.
Provide safeguards to prevent accidental activations.
10. Methodology: (not more than 500 words)

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1. Sound Detection:
The core of the system is a sound-detecting microphone. This microphone picks up sound
waves generated by a clap.

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2. Signal Processing:
The amplified signal passes through a filter circuit that removes noise and isolates the
specific sound frequency of a clap.

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3. Microcontroller or Relay Control:
The pulse is fed into a microcontroller or a digital logic circuit that detects patterns (e.g., a
specific number of claps within a timeframe).

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4. Appliance Control:
The relay acts as a switch to turn the connected appliance (light, fan, etc.) on or off.

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Features and Customization:
Clap Pattern Recognition: The system can be programmed to respond to specific numbers

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or patterns of claps (e.g., double clap).
Noise Resistance: Advanced systems use digital signal processing (DSP) to distinguish

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claps from background noise.
Integration with Smart Home Systems: Modern clap switches can be integrated with IoT
devices for remote control via apps or voice commands.

11. Expected Outcome of the project:

The expected outcomes of a clap switch home automation project are as follows:

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1. Effortless Control of Devices
Enables the user to control home appliances (like lights, fans) by clapping instead of
traditional switches

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2. Improved Accessibility
Beneficial for elderly individuals or people with disabilities, providing an alternative
method for operating appliances.

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3. Energy Efficiency
Devices can be turned on or off easily, reducing the chances of leaving appliances running
unnecessarily and saving energy.

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4. Cost-Effective Solution
Typically low-cost compared to other automation systems as it requires minimal hardware
like a microphone, relay, and basic electronic components.

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5. Scalability
Serves as a foundation for more advanced automation projects, integrating features like
voice commands or app-based control.

12. Application of the project:

The applications of a clap switch home automation system include:

1. Residential Use
Controlling lights, fans, or other appliances in homes with simple clap commands.

2. Assistance for People with Disabilities

Provides an accessible way for individuals with mobility challenges or disabilities to operate
appliances without physical effort.

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 3. Energy Management
Helps in reducing energy waste by offering an easy way to switch off unused appliances.

4. Educational Demonstrations
Used in schools, colleges, and workshops to teach basic principles of electronics, automation,
and sound sensor applications.

5. Cost-Effective Automation
A simple and budget-friendly alternative for basic automation needs, ideal for small spaces or
temporary setups.

6. Event Lighting Control

Used in small events or shows where lighting effects can be controlled with sound cues,
enhancing interactivity.

13. Budget details (break-up details should be given) :

Budget Amount

a) Materials / Consumables 548

b) Labor 0.00

c) Travel 100

d) Report 0.00

e) Miscellaneous 0.00

Total 648
14. Any other technical details (Please specify):
Components Used:
1.CD4017
2.BC547 NPN transistor
3.DC Condensor Mic
4.100nf Capacitor
5.10k Resistor
6.270k Resistor
7.1M Resistor
8.220-ohm resistor
9.1N4007 Diode
10.LED 5mm 3volt
11.5v SPDT relay

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 12.AC Lamp 220v
13.5v DC supply
14.breadboard

Specifications
Detection Range: Typically 1–5 meters, depending on microphone sensitivity.
Frequency Response: Filters 1–4 kHz (clap sound range).
Relay Rating: 5A–10A at 230V AC (sufficient for most home appliances).
Power Supply: 5V DC or 12V DC.

This system can be customized to include more sophisticated features, such as voice
recognition or integration with other smart devices.

Approved By:

Signature of Project Guide Signature of Project Coordinator

Signature of HOD

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