Sunday, April 08, 2012

WEEK 9: 12TH MARCH 2012


Title : Do some research and explore more about the Humidity               sensor.

Objective : To study about the Humidity Sensor.
           
Content / Procedure : Search about Humidity Sensor function                                            and operation principle.
                  
Results / Analysis :
Humidity Sensor
1)   A humidity sensor also called a hygrometer, measures and regularly reports the relative humidity in the air.
2)   A humidity sensor senses relative humidity. It measures both air temperature and moisture.
3)   Relative humidity, expressed as a percent, is the ratio of actual moisture in the air to the highest amount of moisture air at that temperature can hold.
4)   The warmer the air is, the more moisture it can hold, so relative humidity changes with fluctuations in temperature.

5)   The most common type of humidity sensor uses what is called “capacitive measurement.” This system relies on electrical capacitance, or the ability of two nearby electrical conductors to create an electrical field between them.

6)   The sensor itself is composed of two metal plates with a non-conductive polymer film between them. The film collects moisture from the air, and the moisture causes minute changes in the voltage between the two plates. The changes in voltage are converted into digital readings showing the amount of moisture in the air.

Conclusion: From the research, the Humidity sensor can be used                      in the Smart Chicken Coop to detect the moisture in                      the air. If the moisture is high, the light bulb will turn                       ON to maintain a suitable temperature for the chicks.

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