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Enhancing Home Automation: Developing an IoT-Driven Smart Irrigation System

Ghazi BEN HMIDADepartment of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia

Vol 10 No 2 (2026): Volume 10, Issue 2, February 2026 | Pages: 110-118

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 04-03-2026

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Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive approach to enhancing residential water efficiency through the design and implementation of an IoT-powered smart irrigation system. Central to this system is the ESP32s board, serving as the cornerstone for connectivity and data transmission to the cloud. Using Blynk as the cloud web server enables continuous monitoring and control of watering operations for domestic plants and trees. The proposed smart irrigation system integrates various essential components, including an ESP-32 microcontroller, ultrasonic sensor for water level measurement, rain sensor, water pumps, relays, OLED display, and soil moisture sensors. By integrating these components, the system achieves automated and efficient watering, ensuring optimal plant health while conserving water resources. This paper outlines the design considerations, implementation details, and the potential impact of the proposed smart irrigation system on residential water conservation efforts. Furthermore, in addition to its water conservation benefits, the proposed smart irrigation system significantly reduces the need for human intervention in garden irrigation, thereby enhancing the convenience and efficiency of maintaining residential landscapes for smart home.

Keywords

Internet of Things, smart irrigation system, ESP-32 microcontroller


Citation of this Article

Ghazi BEN HMIDA. (2026). Enhancing Home Automation: Developing an IoT-Driven Smart Irrigation System. International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 10(2), 110-118. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2026.102019

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