Implementación de un sistema de monitoreo en tiempo real para un sistema de iluminación residencial con el uso de controladores lógicos programables

Abstract

Technological advances in electrical engineering have enabled the development of efficient solutions for supervision and automation using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) in various residential, commercial, and industrial processes. One of the most energy-intensive systems is lighting systems, which can be more efficient if real-time control and monitoring are enabled. Ecuador is currently experiencing a critical situation within the energy sector. Lighting control, as well as its monitoring, is very important in the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors, enabling more efficient use of energy resources. The project has as an objective to implement a real-time monitoring system for a residential lighting system using PLCs, seeking an efficient solution for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing energy consumption in various environments. Given Ecuador's energy crisis, the system is positioned as a key tool for efficient residential lighting control. The system allows for real-time data management and analysis, such as on/off status, operating time, fault detection, and energy consumption. It also integrates a remote control system via a cloud-connected interface that facilitates continuous monitoring and intelligent automation. Automation seeks to generate a positive impact through energy rationing, promoting savings, and sustainability in lighting management. By employing advanced technology such as PLCs and cloud-based monitoring, this system contributes to infrastructure modernization and sustainable development, optimizing resources and providing a replicable model in different sectors.