IoT Pet Feeding Robot

Abstract

Pets require special treatment and care. However, due to today's busy lifestyles, fulfilling this responsibility has become more challenging. Therefore, this paper introduces the design and development of an IoT-based pet feeding robot aimed at improving pet care through automation and remote monitoring. It incorporates an ESP-32 CAM module for real-time video streaming and a robust food dispensing mechanism to ensure timely and precise feeding. The robot's movement can be controlled via a web application using a virtual joystick. Additionally, the food dispensing mechanism, fixed within the robot, is equipped with ultrasonic sensors and load cells to detect food and water levels. This information can be monitored by the user through the Blynk app, enabling them to refill water or food as necessary by adjusting the feeding schedule. The Blynk Application facilitates feeding control, enabling pet owners to schedule feeding times. This system enhances pet monitoring, providing owners with greater flexibility to meet their pets' essential care, nutritional and medical needs, even amidst their busy schedules.