IoT Smart Bus Stop

GitHub Repository for Smart Bus Stop

Project Scope

Public transportation is vital to sustainable cities but faces challenges such as unreliable schedules, weather exposure, and limited real-time updates. This project aims to modernise transit infrastructure by integrating IoT, renewable energy, and user-focused design.

The Smart Bus Stop addresses these challenges by:

• Providing real-time information to improve commuter experience.
• Promoting sustainability through solar-powered systems.
• Enhancing user experience with accessible and ergonomic designs.
  

  Smart Bus Stop Prototype

Video Demonstration

My Role

As the team leader for this project, I guided a group of four in transforming the vision of an IoT Smart Bus Stop into reality. I distributed tasks effectively, ensuring that each team member contributed to their strengths. I led the design and development process, coding most of the system and overseeing the execution of key features. Additionally, I supported my peers in creating the real-life mock-up, designing the poster, recording and editing the video, and preparing the presentation slides, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

Work Process

Research and Design

• Conducted surveys to understand commuter preferences, revealing that 75% of users prefer real-time transit updates.
• Studied eco-friendly systems to develop solar-powered designs, reducing the carbon footprint.

Prototyping and Development

• Designed the system in Tinkercad for early visualisations.

  

  Tinkercad Design

• Designed bus stop integration using Spline for planning.

  Bus Stop Integration Design

• Integrated BeagleBone Black Wireless for IoT functionalities and cloud integration.

  BeagleBone Black Wireless Integration

Lighting System Development

• Used recycled materials to create a modified LED strip with PWM brightness control via a BJT amplifier circuit.
  

  Modified LED Strip

  

  BJT Amplifier Circuit

  PWM Demonstration

  PWM Demonstration

System Integration

• Connected LED strips, PWM controllers, and IoT components to complete the system wiring.
  

  Wiring Diagram

Outcome Achieved

The Smart Bus Stop successfully demonstrates:

• Real-Time Information: GPS and cloud integration for live bus tracking and arrival updates.
• Sustainability: Solar-powered systems reduce operational costs and carbon emissions.
• Enhanced User Experience: Ergonomic seating, USB charging, and accessible features like braille and voice-enabled announcements.

Technexus 2025

Technexus 2025

Technexus 2025

• Nominated and showcased at Technexus 2025, a prestigious academic project event.
• 2nd place overall and 1st place as Most Popular, voted by students and attendees, showcasing creativity, technical expertise, and practical applicability.

Presentation Slides:

Poster: