Sensors, Vol. 23, Pages 9083: Designing an IoT-Based System for Monitoring Noise Levels in the Computer Science Faculty and Library of the Technological University of Panama

Sensors, Vol. 23, Pages 9083: Designing an IoT-Based System for Monitoring Noise Levels in the Computer Science Faculty and Library of the Technological University of Panama

Sensors doi: 10.3390/s23229083

Authors: Juan Jose Saldana-Barrios Edwil Aguilar Wing Ng Roderit Orocu

Noise pollution is a growing problem in urban areas, and it is important to study and evaluate its impact on human health and well-being. This work presents the design of a low-cost IoT model and implementation of two prototypes to collect noise level data in a specific area of the regional center of Chiriquí, at the Technological University of Panama that can be replicated to create a noise monitoring network. The prototypes were designed using Autodesk Fusion 360, and the data were stored in a MySQL database. Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS Pro were used to analyze the data, generate graphs, and display the information on maps. The results of the analysis can be used to develop strategies to reduce noise pollution and improve the quality of life in urban areas.