DEVELOPMENT OF SOLAR-BASED PRIVATE RERSORT SWIMMING POOL MECHATRONICS SYSTEM USING ESP32

Abstract

The Resort Swimming Pool Mechatronics System is designed to provide automated control and enhanced safety for pool operations in private resort settings. By utilizing built-in sensors and mechatronic components, the system automates tasks such as pool cover management, lighting, and surveillance. The ESP32 Cam OV2640 is integrated for real-time perimeter monitoring, enhancing security. Infrared sensors control actuators to reverse motor direction upon motion detection, ensuring safety during operation. A temperature sensor automatically activates the pool cover when water temperatures exceed set thresholds. A rain sensor manages the pool roof by triggering automatic closure during rainfall and retraction during dry conditions. Additionally, strip lights are connected to a light sensor for responsive illumination. The system is powered through two sources: a solar-based Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) consisting of solar panels, a solar inverter, charge controller, and battery; and a traditional AC supply from the local grid (Meralco), ensuring continuous operation. This study employs the Experimental Prototyping Method. A prototype was developed to test the design concept prior to full-scale implementation. This method allows researchers to identify design flaws, assess system usability, and make necessary improvements at early stages, thereby minimizing costly errors during actual production. Hardware and software integration was iteratively refined based on testing feedback. The Resort Swimming Pool Mechatronics System effectively automated multiple operational functions such as pool cover control, roof retraction, lighting adjustment, and real-time surveillance. The system minimized manual intervention and improved operational efficiency. It demonstrated responsiveness to environmental inputs such as motion, temperature, and rainfall, and functioned reliably under both solar and AC power sources. The dual-power configuration ensured uninterrupted operation, even during power outages. The developed system proved to be an efficient tool for enhancing pool facility management. Through automated control using sensors and actuators, the system optimized energy use and reduced manual labor. Features such as weather-responsive roof and pool cover operation, integrated surveillance, and dual power support contributed to improved safety and reliability. This study demonstrates how smart mechatronics systems can be leveraged in private resorts to achieve sustainable and technologically advanced pool management.