CLOTH RAIN PROTECTION

The Arduino Rain Protect project is designed to automate the process of protecting household items and spaces from rain using a raindrop sensor, a servo motor, and an Arduino microcontroller. This project is particularly useful for preventing rain damage to clothes left to dry outside, open windows, or garden equipment. 

At the heart of the project is the Arduino microcontroller, which serves as the central control unit. The raindrop sensor is a key component that detects the presence of rain. When raindrops fall on the sensor, it sends a signal to the Arduino, indicating that it is raining. The Arduino then processes this signal and activates a servo motor. 

The servo motor is connected to a mechanical system, such as an umbrella-like cover or a sliding mechanism, designed to protect the target area or items. For instance, if the project is used to protect clothes drying on a clothesline, the servo can pull a cover over the clothes when rain is detected. This ensures that clothes remain dry even during unexpected showers. Similarly, it can be used to close windows or cover garden furniture automatically. 

Components required for this project include: 

– Arduino Uno 

– Raindrop sensor module 

– Servo motor 

– Breadboard and jumper wires 

– Power supply (batteries or a power adapter) 

– Mechanical parts for the cover or sliding mechanism 

This automated system provides a convenient and reliable way to protect household items from rain without manual intervention. It’s especially useful in scenarios where quick response to rain is crucial. By implementing this project, users can prevent water damage and reduce the inconvenience caused by sudden rain showers. The Arduino Rain Protect project showcases the practical application of microcontroller technology in everyday life, enhancing home automation and protection, particularly for drying clothes outdoors. 

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

CODE

 #include <Servo.h> 

 

Servo myServo; 

int servoPin = 9; 

int rainSensorPin = A0; 

int rainThreshold = 500; // Threshold value for rain detection 

 

void setup() { 

  // Initialize the serial communication 

  Serial.begin(9600); 

   

  // Attach the servo to the specified pin 

  myServo.attach(servoPin); 

   

  // Set the initial position of the servo 

  myServo.write(90); // Set the servo to middle position 

} 

 

void loop() { 

  // Read the value from the rain sensor 

  int sensorValue = analogRead(rainSensorPin); 

   

  // Print the sensor value to the serial monitor for debugging 

  Serial.print("Rain Sensor Value: "); 

  Serial.println(sensorValue); 

   

  // Check if the sensor value is above the threshold 

  if (sensorValue > rainThreshold) { 

    // Rain detected, move the servo to 0 degrees 

    myServo.write(0); 

    Serial.println("Rain detected, servo moved to 0 degrees"); 

  } else { 

    // No rain detected, move the servo to 180 degrees 

    myServo.write(180); 

    Serial.println("No rain detected, servo moved to 180 degrees"); 

  } 

   

  // Add a short delay to avoid rapid movements 

  delay(500); 

}