Abstract

Monitoring diesel power blocks is crucial for the management of energy utilities and telecommunication firms, as it guarantees the continuous functionality of their cellular towers and base transmitter stations. Remote monitoring and control are more advantageous than on-site monitoring due to its superior efficiency in terms of time and resources. This study presents a solution to the issue of monitoring and controlling diesel power blocks on-site. The proposed technique involves utilizing online monitoring to gather real-time data on the fundamental characteristics of a functioning power block. The proposed system utilizes easily accessible and inexpensive resources for both establishment and upkeep. The study examines the use of a cloud computing-based Internet of Things platform, a flexible technology capable of interacting with the environment and digital entities. This study describes the development and deployment of a control operation system aimed at preventing power block starting failures in an Automatic changeover system. The changeover system is responsible for switching between three different electrical sources that provide continuous power to an independent load system. The purpose of this system is to ensure uninterrupted electrical power supply to a Cell on Wheels communication tower located in a remote site. The solution is deployed via cloud computing infrastructure and an ESP-8266+Wifi microcontroller.