The Smart Shipping Container with Environmental Monitoring and Location Tracking System
This paper presents a "Smart Shipping Container" which is a comprehensive overview of the Shipping Container with Environmental Monitoring and Location Tracking system. Which aims to revolutionize the safety and efficiency of shipping container logistics. This work entails the integration of advanced sensors and communication technologies within shipping containers to enable real-time monitoring and tracking capabilities. Key components of the system include fire sensors, water sensors, GPS modules, accelerometers, microcontrollers, LoRa transmitters, receivers, and displays. These elements work together to provide continuous surveillance of the container's environment and location throughout its journey. By leveraging these technologies, the system can detect critical incidents such as fires and water immersion remotely, allowing for immediate response and mitigation measures. Moreover, the transmitted data from the container to the control room enables stakeholders to monitor cargo conditions in real-time, enhancing safety measures and ensuring the integrity of goods during transportation. Overall, this project represents a significant advancement in the field of shipping logistics, offering unprecedented levels of security, monitoring, and control over containerized cargo. Through the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, it has the potential to revolutionize the industry by minimizing risks, optimizing logistics operations, and ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods across the globe.
Authors
- Kambala Gowtham
- M. Shunmugathammal
- S. Subash Subramoniam
- Nisha Bharathy
Institutions
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology (IN)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-11-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/icaccm61117.2024.11058988
- Primary Topic
- Maritime Navigation and Safety
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00