Project Title : Smart Pet Feeder

Objective:
To design an IoT-based smart pet feeder that automatically dispenses food to pets at scheduled times and allows pet owners to monitor and control feeding remotely through a mobile app or web interface.

What It Does:

Automated Feeding: Dispenses food at pre-set times or on command from a mobile app.

Remote Control: Lets users feed their pet from anywhere using the internet.

Monitoring: Tracks food levels and feeding history; sends alerts when food is low.

Customization: Allows personalized feeding schedules and portion sizes.

Camera (Optional): Enables real-time video monitoring of the pet during feeding.

Key Components:

Microcontroller:

ESP32 / ESP8266 / Arduino to control system operations and connect to the internet.

Food Dispensing Mechanism:

Servo motor or stepper motor to rotate and release food from a container.

Sensors:

Weight sensor to monitor food quantity.

Ultrasonic sensor to detect food level in the container.

Connectivity:

Wi-Fi module (built-in with ESP32/ESP8266) for cloud communication.

Mobile App or Web Dashboard:

Built using platforms like Blynk, Firebase, or custom apps to set feeding times, receive notifications, and control the feeder remotely.

Power Supply:

Battery or USB power to run the device continuously.

 Technologies Used:

Languages: C/C++ (for microcontroller), JavaScript/Dart (for app/web development)

Platforms: Arduino IDE, Blynk, Firebase, MIT App Inventor

Communication Protocols: HTTP, MQTT, or WebSockets

Cloud Services: Firebase Realtime Database, ThingSpeak, or AWS IoT for syncing data

Benefits:

Ensures pets are fed on time, even when the owner is away

Prevents overfeeding or underfeeding with controlled portions

Increases convenience and peace of mind for pet owners

Offers real-time monitoring and alerts

Applications:

Suitable for dogs, cats, rabbits, and other household pets

Can be extended with features like voice commands, treat dispensers, or webcams

Ideal for busy pet owners or frequent travelers