SMART VIBRATION SENSOR

ABSTRACT:

This project explains about the smart vibrational sensor. It is a very useful
technique
INTRODUCTION :.

Smart vibrational sensor can detect the minute vibration by using piezo sensor.
There is a FET transistor to amplify the signal and send to 555 timer IC as trigger
pulse. The LM 555 IC supply uniform dc voltage to the sound IC UM3561 and this
produce the pulsating signal. This system can be used as a domestic shutter guard,
earth quake detector etc.,
.
METHOD:

Smart vibrational sensor is based on the principle of vibration sensing mechanism

built around piezo ceramics wafer and associated components. Two main materials
are used for piezoelectric sensors. Ceramic and single crystals materials.

BLOCK DIAGRAM

EXPERIMENT:
Here the direct piezoelectric effect is used to trigger the circuit. The piezo element is connected
to the base of transistor T1 .When the piezo element vibrates, it generates around 1-2 volts that
forward biases T1 followed by the triggering of T2. When T2 conducts, a short pulse will be
given to the trigger pin 5 of IC1 through diode D1. Use 9 -12 volts DC for the circuit. Fix the
piezo element on the door or window by applying glue on the smooth metal side. Connect the
piezo element with the circuit using thin wire. Care should be taken while soldering the wire to
the piezo element especially in the central part .The piezo material is coated as thin film in the
central part. So first tin the tip of the wire and place the wire tip over the piezo material and
gently apply solder once. Do not over heat or apply pressure to avoid peeling of the material.
After soldering both the wires, paste a Cello tape over the soldering points so that, the wire will
not detach.
RESULT

Thus this system is so sensitive that any minimum vibration due to air the piezo sensor detects
the vibration. It can be used as a security alert system.