Design and Production of a Device for Remote Control by GSM of the Operating Parameters of a Biodigester

This article describes the design and creation of a remote monitoring and control system based on GSM(Global System for Mobile)communications technology for monitoring the key parameters of a biodigester.Biodigesters are widely used for the conversion of organic materials into biogas,thereby contributing to renewable energy production and organic waste management.However,real-time monitoring and regulation of parameters such as temperature,humidity,product gas level,pH are essential to ensure the efficiency and safety of the digestion process.We created the device for remote control of the operating parameters of the biodigester using an Arduino card,a DHT11 sensor,a pH sensor,a GSM module and a 2×16 LCD(Liquide-Crystal-Display)display.A biodigester(4.5 L plastic container)and accessories were used.The experimental device created made it possible to remotely monitor the evolution of the temperature,humidity,the gas produced as well as the pH in the digester loaded with cow dung,for 45 days.Examination of the real-time evolution of the parameters measured by the device produced showed the same results as those carried out locally by the usual instruments,with a correlation coefficient of around 98%.During this digestion period,the temperature provided by the sensor varied from 25°C to 37°C(mesophilic mode)and the humidity levels varied from 70%to 95%.The results obtained show the reliability of the device produced.This research represents a significant advance in the management of biodigestion facilities.It offers a powerful tool to maximize biogas production,reduce maintenance costs,minimize environmental impact and contribute to the transition to cleaner,renewable energy.