An IoT-Based Smart Utility Meter

Abstract

Empowered by the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the consumption of electricity, water, and gas by appliances in residential units can be collected more frequently nowadays. However, these meters are still discrete and placed in different locations in apartments or houses. This paper proposes the design, development, and testing of an integrated IoT-based smart utility meter that monitors the consumption of electricity, water, and gas. The meter has a unique network address and can be programmed remotely to read the three utility consumptions at any desired frequency that can be set by the utility service providers. End consumers can access the meter through a personal computer or a mobile handset. Google Map markers are used to the display the status of the meter showing the consumption of each utility and whether the meter is connected or disconnected.