UM TAGUM COLLEGE

DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION

VISAYAN VILLAGE, TAGUM CITY

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

A Project Design Documentary Compilation Presented to
the Faculty of Department of Engineering Education
UM Tagum College

In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for the Degree
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Clarino, Orland P.
Damas, Jessreil T.
Lamoste, Lane Thomas G.
Pasco, Jay-ar R.

October 2016
 SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

A Project Design
Presented to
The Panel of Examiners
Engineering Department,UM Tagum College
Tagum City

In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for the Degree
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Clarino, Orland P.
Damas, Jessreil T.
Lamoste, Lane Thomas G.
Pasco, Jay-ar R.

October 2016
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APPROVAL SHEET

This project entitled “SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET (SEO)” prepared

and submitted by ORLAND P. CLARINO, JESSREIL T. DAMAS, LANE
THOMAS G. LAMOSTE, JAY-AR R. PASCO, in partial fulfillment of the
requirements for the Degree, Bachelor of Science in Electrical
Engineering has been examined and is hereby endorsed.

JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO, CpE, MEP

Adviser

PANEL OF EXAMINERS

Approved by the Thesis Committee on Oral Examination with a grade

of ______.

JERALD M. MUTOC, REE

Chairman

ROWENA L. DAPAR, MEngg-CE KRISTINE ANNE MONTOYA, ECE

Member Member

Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements

for the degree, Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering.

RONALD RENON S. QUIRANTE, REE

BSEE- Program Head

GINA FE G. ISRAEL, Ed. D.

Dean of College
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The completion of this study would not be possible without the people

who whole-heartedly helped and supported the research paper. The

researchers would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the following;

First and foremost, FATHER ALMIGHTY for giving the researchers

the strength and enlightenment to go through the difficulty in conceptualizing

and creating this research study and never leaving them, even when the

researchers themselves want to give up.

Prof. Melvin A. Osic, Research Coordinator, Engr. Rowena L.

Dapar, Assistant Research Coordinator, Engr. Ronald Renon S. Quirante,

and the Electrical Engineering Department for allowing the researchers to

their study.

Engr. Jobenilita R. Cuñado, Researchers Adviser and one of the

God’s instrument to make the researchers understand each other and also

who shared knowledge and extended effort to help the researchers to make

the research study better;

To the Panel of Examiners, especially Engr. Kristine Anne P.

Montoya and Engr. Jerald M. Mutoc for their criticism and suggestion to

make this research study better;

The researchers’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lamoste, Mr. and Mrs.

Damas, Mr. and Mrs. Pasco, and the family of Mr. Clarino for their

immeasurable moral and financial support and prayers;

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Engr. Artemio Ian P. Palijo lll, research subject teacher who

extended his patience to listen and help the researchers to find this study;

Engr. Camus, Engr. Canonoy and Engr. Contreras for being always

there to help; for the GFCI functions and its limitation; Mr. and Mrs. Pasco

for welcoming and allowing the researchers to make research study at their

house; the respondents, who generously extended their time to participate in

our study and teachers who assisted during the conduct of the study; the

researchers would like also to extend their cordial appreciation to their

dearest brothers and sisters, relatives and friends who took part in this work

as well.

Orland
Jessreil
Lane
Jay-ar
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DEDICATION

If you think you are beaten, you are,

If you think you dare not, you don’t.

If you like to win, but you think you can’t,

It is almost certain you won’t.

If you think you’ll lose, you’re lost,

For out in the world we find,

Success begins with a fellow’s will-

It’s all in the state of MIND.

If you think you’re outclassed, you are,

You’ve got to think high to rise,

You’ve got be sure of yourself before

You can ever win a prize.

Life’s battles, don’t always go

To the stronger or faster man

But soon or later the man who wins

Is the man WHO THINKS HE CAN!

-Walter D. Wintle
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ABSTRACT

Faulty wiring or overloading of appliances that overheat the electrical

cord resulting to the short circuit of the equipment is the most common cause

of fire accidents. As time goes by, technology has improved new gadgets

and appliances have been introduced to the market. Nowadays consumers

tend to acquire new technology without knowing the effect of acquiring too

many appliances that may cause it to overload. Also, the problem we

foreseen why people die or get injured by electrocution is because of

unprotected convenience outlet.

The proponents came up in designing a plug and play device that may

reduce these problems. The proponents chose a certain parameter that

would limit the load of up to five amperes, and have an auto-enabling system

that if no appliance is detected by the device it would not allow power to its

outlet. This will also protect children when inserting materials into it. The

system design has a built in Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter that lessens the

risk of electrocution and a system that the consumer can select voltage from

110 volts to 220 volts.

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TABLE CONTENTS
Page

TITLE PAGE

APPROVAL SHEET i

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ii

DEDICATION iv

ABSTRACT v

TABLE OF CONTENTS vi

LIST OF TABLES viii

LIST OF FIGURES ix

INTRODUCTION 01

 Background of the Study 01

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY 02

IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY 03

TARGET BENEFICIARIES 04

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE 04

SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS 07

METHODS 08

 Design Procedure 08

 System Flow Chart 10

 Process Flow Chart 11

 Description of Equipment 13

FINDINGS OF THE STUDY 17

 Cost Benefit Analysis 21

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 22

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 Conclusion 22

 Recommendations 24

REFERENCES 25

APPENDICES

A. User’s Manual 27

B. Bill of Materials 28

C. Schematic Diagram of Smart Electrical Outlet 29

C.1 GFCI System Schematic Diagram 30

C.2 Auto Enable Schematic Diagram 31

C.3 5A Current Cut-Off Schematic Diagram 32

D. Operational Block Diagram 33

E. Gantt Chart 34

F. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Diagram 47

G. Program Evaluation and Review Technique Critical Path

Method (PERT-CPM) 48

H. Dependency Matrix 49

I. Monthly Progress Report 50

J. Certification from Adviser 63

K. Certification from Grammarian 64

CURICULUM VITAE 65
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LIST OF TABLES

Table

A Smart Electrical Outlet Cost Benefit Analysis Table

B Bill of Materials
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LIST OF FIGURES

Figures

A Smart Electrical Outlet System Flow Chart

B Smart Electrical Outlet Process Flow Chart

C Smart Electrical Outlet

D Current Transformer

E Thermal Switch Circuit Breaker Overload Protector

F 6A Multi Tap Copper Transformer

G Digital AC Dual Display Voltmeter Ammeter

H Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) Relay

I Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) relay

J BT169D

K Thermal Overload Relay

L Analog Ammeter
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INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

It’s better to get robbed than your house to be on fire; this is what

people say if they see fire. In a matter of seconds all property may vanish

even the lives of your love ones. Leonard mentioned in his research that the

cause of fire incidents at homes is commonly linked to electrical problems.

The leading causes are faulty electrical wirings, overloaded outlets or over

use of extension cords and improper installation of electrical equipment

(Leonard, 2011).

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recorded in 2014

1,298,000 fires reported in United States in which these fires caused 3,275

civilian deaths, 15,775 civilian injuries, and $11.6 billion in property damage.

Overloading of appliances such as cooking appliance, heating, washing

machines, dryers, air conditioners and fans are some causes of electrical

problems that result to fire incidents at homes.

Here in the Philippines, the Bureau of Fire Prevention-National Capital

Region said that around 2,000 fires breakout in Metro Manila on 2012, with

faulty electrical wiring responsible for over 1,500 of these. According to

Marcial (2012), faulty electrics is the most dangerous cause of fires as these

are easily overlooked and do not occur suddenly.

In Davao City, an officer of the Bureau of Fire Protection in

Davao Region cited negligence as the primary cause of fire incidents. Fire

Superintendent Sydney Besana, Assistant Director of the BFP 11 clarified

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that human factors lead for fire to occur especially on incidents attributed to

electrical short-circuits. He said many houses are prone to electrical overload

since the wiring is not changed as occupants acquire more appliances and

electrical gadget as time goes by. Occupants must be aware of the possibility

of electrical overload whenever they plug in more appliances in a low

capacity wiring system (Besana, 2015).

As reported, houses are prone to fire primarily because of the

negligence of the occupants and because majority of them are not aware of

the hazards of plugging-in more electrical equipment beyond the allowable

rated capacity of the electrical wire. In order to condense these incidents, the

researcher proposed the “Smart Electrical Outlet”. This device would limit

the quantity of appliances or electrical equipment being plugged-in, to avoid

overloading that leads to overheating of wires that eventually result to house

fire.

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

The researchers of this study aimed to design a Smart Electrical

Outlet device that would protect users from hazard of electrocution, protect

appliances from overheating and overloading that will result to failure in

electrical wiring system that pose danger to the safety of the users.

Specifically, the researchers aimed to:

a. Design a plug and play electrical outlet device.

b. Design an electrical outlet device with a current limiting system that

limit the current output into 5A.

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c. Design an electrical outlet device that has an auto enable system that

will turn off the system if no appliance or electrical equipment is plugged in.

d. Design an electrical outlet device that has a ground fault circuit

interrupter (GFCI) system.

e. Design an electrical outlet device that enables the user to select the

voltage rating output to 110V or 220V.

IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY

Nowadays many houses are prone to fire incidents because people

tend to acquire more appliances and gadgets to cope with the demands of

modern daily living without knowing the dangers of overloading. Using a

current limiting system, this electrical outlet limits the quantity of the

appliance or electrical equipment being plugged-in to avoid overloading.

When the current limit is reached, the device cuts off the electric supply, thus

avoiding overloading that leads to overheating of wires that eventually result

to house fires.

Also, providing an auto enable system in the electrical outlet that will

cut off the supply if no appliance or electrical equipment is being plugged is

important. It will protect the user from electrocution if he or she improperly

plugged in an appliance and also for small children that will insert materials

on the electrical outlet. Integrating a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in

the system will cut off the electricity if ground faults occur in the circuit. This

is important to reduce the risks of electric shocks especially if the outlet is

located on wet places.

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Enabling the user to select the voltage rating of the electrical outlet to 110V

to 220V contributes a lot. Some appliances are rated 110V especially those

devices that are from abroad, plugging to 220V outlets results to its

malfunctioning. It is important because it will minimize the costs for repairs

and the cost for acquiring step down transformers that are needed for 110V

voltage rating.

TARGET BENEFICIARIES

In connection with the researchers’ objectives, this study aimed to

benefit everyone who uses and plugs in appliances or electrical equipment at

homes. The Smart Electrical Outlet device will protect the appliances from

damages caused by unstable power supply which will eventually reduce the

costs in repairs and replacements. Furthermore, since overloading is

minimized, the incidents of house fires will be avoided, sparing users from

damages and losses of lives and properties.

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This part of the study aims to review some important points including

substantial information contributory to the design project.

As the world is moved to be modernized, it is essential and there is a

need to have an efficient and reliable power source. Ali, Zhang, Muhammad,

Farukh & Furgan (2014) said that today, there are many sophisticated

devices being introduced and their sensitivity depends upon the quality of

input power. Eckert (1971) clarified that modern house wiring reflects the

increasing use of plug-in appliances. Electrical outlets are no longer capable

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of the load or device being plugged-in, leading to an increase in the

temperature of the wire. Walk (1946) added that load concentrate on a single

outlet that has a high current, exceeding the safe carrying capacity of the

wire, can cause fire due to overheated wire and charred insulation.

Subsequently, Adults and especially children are likely to have burns and

shock when they try to insert small metal or electric conductor material to

plugs that make to touch both source of the plug. Commonly, the only

consideration in buying a receptacle is the price and not the quality. Most of

their cheap receptacles easily lose connections. The loss in the connection

can trigger the wire to increase its temperature that can cause fires in

electrical outlets (Eckert, 1971).

According to the research of Brugner & Williams (2012), heat sensing

device which can detect heat and interrupt electrical power from the source

receptacle going to the load, monitors temperature in the electrical plug. The

device connects to detect the overheated condition of the electrical plug. And

it disconnects the source of electricity to the overheated condition of the

electrical plug. High rating of current flow to a wire increases the temperature

of the wire depending on the capacity of the wire. Faults can cause fire, an

example is loose connection that can produce excessive heat under normal

use. Heat leads to fire when insulation of the wire are loose, igniting the two

different poles of the wire. Excessive localized heat results in loss of

property, injury and even death (Baxter, M., Baxter, B. and Spacht, 2012).

Presented on the research of Iaquinagelo (2007) that an electrical

socket that is exposed is the common cause of electric shock. Electric shock
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can lead to serious consequences that range from involuntary contraction of

muscles. Adams (1977) said that supplying electrical power to a load is

always a hazard to the person or animal that can experience electric shock.

Electrical systems produce power to a load traditionally is being protected by

over-current devices that open the switch if the current exceeds the limit

rating. Circuit breaker trip the flow of current if the current reaches the limit

being set. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter can detect ground faults in an

electrical system and provides ground fault protection. The GFCI device also

provides protection from inadvertent grounding of neutral conductor in the

load. In the research study entitled “Smart Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter”

conducted by Camus, Canonoy & Contreras (2015), it was mentioned that

ground-fault protection does not protect people from electrical shock, it does

not prevent ground faults from happening, and it does not protect a system

against high-level faults. High-level faults such as short circuit must be

cleared by fuses or by circuit breakers which limit the energy let through to

the fault.

In addition, Hiddleson (1988) mentioned that a current sensor and

control device is important to sense the flow of current in the wire and the

circuit control device cuts-off the flow of current if the current sensor detects

that the flow of current is higher than the desired current rating in the load

side.

Thousands of people every year are killed or injured by accidents and

fires caused by electrical fault, devices or appliances causing electrical

shock. Usually new appliances that are prone to cause accidents are already
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equipped with ground fault protection. Ground fault circuit interrupter

interrupts electric power until the circuit is restored to the normal condition,

resetting the electromechanical breaker. Some GFCI circuits automatically

power-up when the normal condition of the circuit power resumes. Ground

fault interrupters are developed to sense minute imbalances in a circuit by

sensing the current leakage to ground (Weinbeger, 2001).

Castaldo & Ilkhanov (2012) invented a tamper-resistant electrical

receptacle to enclose the electrical outlet and block anything that is inserted

to the electrical outlet, unless the right electrical plugs are being used. The

cover assembly is made to slide to connect the plug to an electrical socket. It

can prevent the risk of young children playing the electrical outlet to be

exposed to electric shock and it also provides safety precaution from an

insertion of anything into the electrical outlet.

SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS

The project design Smart Electrical Outlet is only concerned on

limiting the quantity of appliances or electrical equipment being plugged, to

avoid overloading that leads to overheating of wires that eventually result to

house fires. Aside from that the user can select the voltage rating of this

device depending on the appliance or equipment being plug-in. If ground

faults occur, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) system well cut-off the

electricity to reduce the risks of electric shock. This Smart Electrical Outlet

also has auto enable that cut-off the supply of electricity if there no device

being plug-in, and it protect to the user if the device those not plug-in
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properly, and protect the children from the danger of electrocution especially

those small children that insert conductive objects in the electrical outlet.

METHODS

This section discusses the design procedure, system flow chart, and

description of the equipment.

Design Procedure

The proponents used the following procedures in conducting this

research study: Planning, Organizing, Implementing, Controlling and

Evaluation. During the planning stage, the proponents researched about the

topics and subjects that are relevant to the advancement of the usage and

application of electricity and its aspiration to protect the community and its

properties from hazardous electrical failures. Lots of studies and researches

have been conducted due to the increasing numbers of injuries, fatal and fire

incidents due to fault associated with electricity. The researchers are

overwhelmed on the alarming number of fire incidents at homes that are

commonly caused by electrical problems. In relation to this, the researchers

come up of innovating the existence of electrical protection devices at homes

that can be easily appreciated by typical household electric users. The

researchers used the project management tools like Gantt Chart, Work

Breakdown Structure (WBS) Diagram and Program Evaluation and Review

Technique Critical Path Method (PERT-CPM) to have specific elements and

summary of elements that are vital in the duration of the research study. See

Appendix E, F, G, and H for Gantt Chart, WBS Diagram, PERT-CPM and

Dependency Matrix.
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In organizing, the researchers consulted their adviser on the things

that are needed to be considered in the project design. The researchers also

consulted electrical engineers that are expert concerning about the electric

protection devices. See Appendix D for the operational block diagram of the

project design.

Throughout the implementation, the researchers gave big importance

on the detailed stage by stage system. Before going to the next system, the

researchers see to it that the previous system will operate as planned and

has been tested to ensure its functionality. Repeated and varied testing was

applied in the circuit so that the functionality desired will be achieved. When

the desired function was achieved through breadboard wiring of the

electronic components of the system, the researchers implemented it in

matrix PCB. See Appendix for the construction of the circuit diagrams of

each system.

In the controlling stage, the researchers monitored the work from time

to time to update the project design’s improvement to ensure that what was

planned is achieved. Following these processes makes the project design

function efficiently and effectively according to the desired output. See

Appendix H for Dependency Matrix.

After integrating, the researchers made an evaluation of the project

design through testing the functionality of the sub systems and it was

observed that the systems of the project design functioned normally after

several try outs.

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System Flow Chart

Figure A shows the system flowchart of Smart Electrical Outlet. The

device can be plugged in any common electrical outlet at 220V source. At

first, the user will select the voltage output to 110V or 220V. After the device

is plugged in the common electrical outlet, the input signal will enter in the

Switching System and into the current sensor and voltage sensor, then it will

display the will initial output which. Initially the device does not have an

output signal on its receptacle outlets, when the sensor in the output side

detects any appliance or device being plug, the device will allow the output

supply to pass through relay contacts. Now if the GFCI System detects

ground fault, the sensor will trigger the relay contact and it will disconnect the

output supply, the disconnection will continue unless the fault is removed.

When the load current value reaches 5A, the Over Current Cut-Off System

will trigger the relay contacts, and this system will cut off the output supply. If

this happens, the user needs to unplug appliance(s) that may have caused

the overloading so that when the device is switched on, the normal operation

of the system will return.

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Figure A: Smart Electrical Outlet System Flow Chart

Process Flow Chart

Figure B shows the process flow chart of smart electrical outlet.

Initially, the device is plugged to any 220V source. The user needs to switch

on the device at the main switch to prepare the whole system in operation.

Afterwards, the user will select the output voltage to 220V or 110V using the

selector switch, then the initial AC voltage and AC current output will be

displayed. If an appliance is plugged in, it will permit output supply;

if not it will have no output supply. If ground fault is detected at the output

supply, it will cut off output supply; if no ground fault is detected it will permit
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output supply. If load current reaches to 5A, it will cut off the output supply

and if this happens, the user needs to switch off and switch on the device

again to resume normal operation of the system.

Figure B: Smart Electrical Outlet Process Flow Chart

220
Voltage
Source AC
Voltage
sensor

110v or Display
220v Selector
Main switch switch AC
current
sensor

Is there No output
applianc Supply
e plug
in? NO
YES
YES Load
current
reaches to
5A?
Output
Supply
NO

NO
Ground
Fault
detecte
d?

YES
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Description of Equipment

Figure C: Smart Electrical Outlet Device Prototype Image

Figure C shows the front and left side view prototype image of the

project design. The front side view is where the dual display of output signal

and main switch of the device is located. The left side view is where the

output receptacles of the device are positioned.

The following figures are the main components of the project design

shown in Figure C:

Figure D: Current Transformer (CT)

Current Transformer (CT) is used to reduce currents to a much lower

value and provide a convenient way of safely monitoring the actual electrical
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current flowing in an AC line for the measurement of alternating electric

circuits, (Electronics-tutorials.ws).

Figure E: Thermal Switch Circuit Breaker Overload Protector

Thermal Switch Circuit Breaker Overload Protector is an

electrical safety device that interrupts electric current when heated to a

specific temperature; may be for one-time use or may be reset manually or

automatically, (En.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermal_cutoff).

Figure F: 6A Multi Tap Copper Transformer

A 6A Multi Tap Copper Transformer is a step up or down transformer

that has multiple taps on either the primary winding or the secondary

winding. It provides flexibility in your input and output voltage requirements,

(lcmagnetics.com transformers multi-tap-transformer).

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Figure G: Digital AC Dual Display Voltmeter Ammeter

Digital AC Dual Display Voltmeter Ammeter is a measuring device that

displays the alternating voltage and alternating current in the circuit, (DL85-

2042 digital AC voltage ammeter, Indo-ware. allaboutcircuits).

Figure H: Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) Relay

Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) Relay is a type of relay has a total of

four terminals. Out of these two terminals can be connected or disconnected.

The other two terminals are needed for the coil, iamtechnical.com/single-

pole-double-throw-spdt-relay).

Figure I: Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) relay

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Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) relay is an electromagnetic device

used to separate two circuits electrically and connect them magnetically.

They are often used to interface an electronic circuit, which works at a low

voltage to an electrical circuit which works at a high

voltage, (Engineersgarage.com electronic dpdt-double-pole-double-throw).

Figure J: BT169D

BT169D is a planar passivated with a very sensitive gate Silicon

Controlled Rectifier; also used in ignition circuits, low power latching circuits,

protection / shut-down circuits: lighting ballasts, and Protection / shut-down

circuits: switched mode power supplies, (tme.eu/en/Document

BT169D.112.pdf).

Figure K: Thermal Overload Relay

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Thermal Overload Relay is a relay which automatically opens

a circuit when a current exceeds a set amount, (globalspec. RELAYS AND

RELAY ACCESSORIES).

Figure L: Analog Ammeter

Analog ammeter is also known as current meters and metered

instruments that measure current flow in amperes. Current levels are

displayed on a dial, usually with a moving pointer or needle made of a soft

iron, (Globalspec measurement multimeters meters analog ammet).

FINDINGS OF THE STUDY

The objective of the research study was to design a Smart Electrical

Outlet device that would protect users from hazard of electrocution, protect

appliances from overheating and overloading was achieved by the

proponents. One primary difficulty encountered by the proponents in the

duration of the research study was the integration of the sub-systems into

one device because most component parts of each sub-system operates on

DC signal. This difficulty was addressed through the implementation of relays

in the device. There was also a difficulty in determining the proper electronic

components required for each sub-system at the implementation stage

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because every single property and characteristic of the component must be

carefully studied with repeated and varied testing to achieve the desired

function. The availability of the components was also a difficulty because

some needed components are not locally available.

Final adjustments were made in the final stage of the project design.

Another difficulty that has been addressed was the complexity of the device

itself. This matter was fixed through repetitive testing on the functionality of

the device. Minor issue is the harmonics at the input signal from the 220V

source outlet because these harmonics results to varying and unstable AC

output signal in the device.

During the course of implementing the research study, the following

were the notable things being found out:

The sub-systems of the project design can be integrated as a single

system using basic electronic components like relays, diodes, contact

switches, resistors, capacitors, thyristors and voltage regulator IC; although

the construction of the project design is complicated, the design of being a

plug and play device was achieved through repeated and varied testing of

the systems to make the design compact and portable.

In the 5A current limit cut-off, the proponents faced a difficulty in

researching for a working principle that will be implemented in the project

design. Using microcontrollers can be used to achieve this function as long

as it is coupled to a system that can block the feedback from the AC signal

but to make the system less complex. The researchers did not venture for

the possibility of using microcontrollers. There was also a difficulty in using

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electronic components because majority of the electronic components

operates in DC signal. The researchers also considered the possibility of

applying the working principle of basic logic gates. However, during the

implementation stage, the researchers found out that basic logic gates are

not applicable because during the initial testing, the display system

malfunctioned because the logic gates were not able to block the feedback

from the AC signal. An existing product performing the function of this

system is available in the market but it is not locally available and the cost is

high. Through extensive research, the researchers arrived on the working

principle of a thermal overload relay coupled to the SPDT relay but its

implementation was not successful because the thermal overload relay can

only be triggered by 600% full load current. If it is set to a tripping current of

5A, it means that it will trip at about 30A with varied and repeated testing, the

researchers found out that the thermal overload relay is not reliable and

effective in implementing this system. The option made by the researchers to

achieve the functionality of the system was through using direct mechanical

contacts. A modified analog ammeter was used and integrated into the

device to trigger the 5A limit current cut-off system.

The auto enable system is operational and there are no problems on

this system, however if the male plug is not inserted properly, it will not

permit the output supply to the equipment or appliances that is being plugged

in. The auto enable system eliminates loose connection between the supply

and the load that is being plugged in.

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The researchers were able to implement the GFCI system in the

device through repeated and varied testing. The researchers found out that

the GFCI circuitry is less complicated and operates through latching

operation. During testing, the researchers found out that the GFCI does not

detect fault on all types of ground flooring pavements because some of these

pavements are not solidly grounded to earth. Another reason that contributes

to this finding is the proximity of the common grounding of the local electric

utility company to the ground flooring pavement where the fault had

occurred, fault detection will likely happen if the ground flooring pavement

where the fault had occurred is near to the location of the common grounding

of the electric utility company.

The selection of voltage rating to 110V or 220V in the system was

achieved using a selector switch connected in parallel to the multi tap

transformer. The 220V output voltage is directly outsourced from the

common electric outlet while the 110V output voltage is obtained from the

secondary side of the multi tap transformer. For this reason, the actual power

output at 220V will be determined by the capacity of the main source input

while the actual power output at 110V will be determined by the capacity of

the multi-tap transformer where it was outsourced.

The objective to have an output display in the device is achieved since

there is an available device in the market that directly reads the AC voltage

and AC current ratings of the load.

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Cost Benefit Analysis

Table A: Smart Electrical Outlet Cost Benefit Analysis

Smart Electrical Shanghai TPS Residual Current Tamper

outlet Device power supply Device (RCD)/ Resistant
Ground Fault
AC inrush Circuit Interrupter
Receptacles
current limiter (GFCI) Device (TRRs)
12A

Features: Features: Features: Features:

-Auto Enable
-Voltage: 220/110
V
-5A current limit -input voltage:
cut off system 184-265VAC
-GFCI System -limiting time: -disconnect the -operates like a
-Voltage and 100-500ms circuit if there is traditional outlet
Current Display -AC rated a leakage current to open and
-dimension: 30cm current: 12A accept a plug
x 15cm x 10cm -dimension: when equal
(l x w x h) 69mm x 90mm x pressure is
-net weight: 2500g 57.5mm (l x w x applied on both
h) sides
-net weight:
130g
Cost: Cost: Cost: Cost:
Php3,032.00 Php2,145.00 Php500.00 Php241.62
Benefits: Benefits: Benefits: Benefits:
Pros: Pros: Pros: Pros:
- when current limit
-minimize is exceeded, it
-For Leakage -No electrical
electrocution of automatically cuts current signal needed for
the user off supply protection only operation
-integration of -protect sensitive Cons: Cons:
circuit protection components in an -do not detect faults -Limited
electrical circuit from that pass through
devices available high fault currents
operation since
in the market the CPC(Circuit it’s mechanism is
-humid and moisture Protective
-user able to see proof Conductor) to
mechanical
the voltage and -compact design -Equal pressure
the Earth rod
current in real time Cons: should be
-cannot operate on
Cons: 110V rating
exerted to the
-bulky and heavy plug
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Based on Table A, the project design Smart Electrical Outlet device

has the integration of some features of the existing electric protection

devices that are available in the market. The feature of the Single Circuit In-

Line Current Limiting Device is equivalent to the 5A current limit cut off

system of the project design; while the leakage current protection of the

Residual Current Device (RCD)/ Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

Device is also implemented in the project design. Moreover, the principle

behind the operation of the Tamper Resistant Receptacles (TRRs) is also

implemented in the project design. The combined individual cost of Single

Circuit In-Line Current Limiting Device, Residual Current Device (RCD)/

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Device, and the Tamper Resistant

Receptacles (TRRs) amounts to Php 2,886.62 while the cost of the project

design amounts to Php 3,032.00. This means that the project design is not

cost effective in which the cost is approximately 5% higher compared to the

combined individual cost of the existing electric protection devices in the

market.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

Conclusions

The researchers concluded that the functionality of the project design

is difficult to achieve if one sub-system is not functional because some sub-

systems will not function properly since the sub-systems are interconnected

on a single circuit.
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Based on the findings, the researchers made the following

conclusions:

The portability of the device can be attained through maximizing the

space in the positioning of the sub-systems in the device with the use of

proper electronic components.

The current limit cut-off can be achieved without using electronic

components or devices. The researchers concluded that thermal overload

relays are not reliable and effective in implementing load current cut-off

validated through repeated testing.

The auto enable system can be implemented using mechanical

contacts. The auto enable system can also eliminate loose connection

between the supply and the load that is being plugged in. The

implementation of the auto enable system can be achieved through the use

of mechanical contact switches. The vulnerability of electric shock may not

be eliminated completely because the mechanical contact switches could fail

due to deterioration with continued usage.

Even with the use of GFCI, the risk of electrocution cannot be

eliminated nor prevented completely because the only way to test or detect a

leakage current is through the use of current transformer (CT). The

researchers conclude that GFCI will just only avert users from danger of

longer exposure to electricity.

The selection of output voltage rating to 110V or 220V can be attained

using selector switch.

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Recommendations

The following recommendations were made based on the

conclusions:

The researchers recommend further study to be conducted on Smart

Electrical Outlet Device with regards to the construction and design of all the

sub-systems in order to make it more compact, rigid, cost effective and light

weight without compromising its portability. Research and study more on the

systems that can possibly be used to limit load current because the system

may be possibly implemented using special microcontrollers or electronic

systems and research an auto reset system when the cause of overload is

plugged out.

The proponents recommend thorough study to be conducted about

the Auto Enable System because the system may be possibly implemented

using electronic systems or microcontrollers. Further research on GFCI

system because the design may be modified to achieve higher efficiency and

achieve faster and more accurate tripping time. The proponents also

recommend further study to be conducted on the selection of output voltage

to 110V or 220V because the system may be possibly implemented using

electronic switching or microcontroller and research a device or instrument

that will help in reducing the harmonics of the AC voltage and current with

regards to the values in the Display System.

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Appendix A

User’s Manual

1. Plug in the input terminals of the Smart Electrical Outlet in any

common 220V receptacle outlets.

2. The device can be set to 220V/110V operation using the selector

switch located back of the device.

3. Turn on the main switch beside the Dual Display of the device.

4. Plug in properly any appliance or device in the receptacle outlets.

5. If ground fault is detected, the output supply will be cut off and the

buzzer will be triggered. To return the output supply, plug out the appliance

or device that caused the fault.

6. The device will cut off the output supply and trigger the buzzer if the

load current reaches 5A. If the output supply is cut off, switch the main

switch to off and press it back again to on to resume normal operation of

the device.
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Appendix B
Table B: Bill of Materials

Power Supply
COMPONENT UNIT AMOUNT
QTY UNIT VALUE/RATING
NAME PRICE (Php)
Multi Tap Copper
1 pc 6A 470 470
Transformer
8 pc Diode 1N4007 2.50 20
Electrolytic
1 pc 470uF 20 20
Capacitor
1 pc IC LM7805 15 15
1 pc IC LM7812 15 15
Electrolytic
1 pc 15pF 2 2
Capacitor
1 pc Exhaust Fan 12Vdc 50 50
Sub-total 592
GFCI System
COMPONENT UNIT AMOUNT
QTY UNIT VALUE/RATING
NAME PRICE (Php)
8 pc Diode 1N4007 2.50 20
1 pc Resistor 1K  10W 10 10
1 pc Thyristor BT 169D 10 10
1 pc Resistor 1.8K0.25W 0.50 1
1 pc Resistor 100K  0.25W 0.50 1
2 pc Mylar Capacitor 224 5 10
1 pc DPDT Relay 12Vdc 780 780
Sub-total 832
Auto Enable System
COMPONENT UNIT AMOUNT
QTY UNIT VALUE/RATING
NAME PRICE (Php)
1 pc SPDT Relay 12V dc 78 78
2 pc Duplex Switch - 10 20
Sub-total 98
5A Current Cut Off System
COMPONENT UNIT AMOUNT
QTY UNIT VALUE/RATING
NAME PRICE (Php)
TH-P 12E (3.4A-
1 pc Overload Relay 380 380
5.4A)
1 pc SPDT Relay 12Vdc 78 78
Sub-total 458
Miscellaneous
COMPONENT VALUE/RATING/ UNIT AMOUNT
QTY UNIT
NAME DESCRIPTION PRICE (Php)
Square
1 Acrylic Transparent brown 400 400
ft.
1 pack Blind Rebits - 25 25
1 pc Computer cord - 48 48
1 pc Switch - 5 5
Dual Display AC
1 pc Voltage and - 380 380
Current
THW Stranded
3 m 18” 18 54
Wire
THW Stranded
2 m 16” 20 40
Wire
10 m Soldering Lead - 10 100
Sub-total 1052
TOTAL 3032
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Appendix C

Schematic Diagram of Smart Electrical Outlet

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Appendix C.1

GFCI System Schematic Diagram

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Appendix C.2

Auto Enable Schematic Diagram

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Appendix C.3

5A Current Cut-Off Schematic Diagram

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Appendix D

Smart Electrical Outlet Operational Block Diagram

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Appendix E

Gantt Chart
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february
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march
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april
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may
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june
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july
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august
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september
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october
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Appendix F

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Diagram

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Appendix G

Program Evaluation and Review Technique Critical Path Method

(PERT-CPM)
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Appendix H

Dependency Matrix

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

Dependency Matrix
Activity Tasks Start Finish Durati Dependen
on cy
Date
1 A Researching Design Titles 11/9/2015 1/4/2016 36 -
2 B Title Approval 11/16/205 1/4/2016 29 A
3 C Researching System to use 11/9/2016 1/30/2016 59 B
4 D Researching sub-system that are use 11/9/2016 1/30/2016 59 C
5 D Researching type of GFCI system 1/11/2016 2/20/2016 36 D
1
6 D1 Matching the Circuit to be use 1/11/2016 2/20/2016 36 D1
A
7 D Researching type of Transformer to use 1/11/2016 2/15/2016 20 D
2
8 D Researching type of Current Transformer (CT) 1/11/2016 2/15/2016 31 D
9 D3 Researching Circuit Diagram for CT to 1/11/2016 2/15/2016 31 D3
A
use
10 D Researching type of Auto Enable System 1/11/2016 2/15/2016 31 D
4
11 D4 Researching Type Convenience outlet 1/11/2016 2/15/2016 31 D4
A
to use
12 E Researching type of Relay to use 2/1/2016 1/12/2016 12 C
13 F Listing of Materials to order 2/15/2016 2/26/2016 10 D1,D2,D
3,D4,E
14 F Material that available locally 2/15/2016 2/26/2016 10 F
1
15 F Material that not available locally 2/15/2016 2/26/2016 10 F
2
16 F2 Ordering Materials not available locally 2/26/2016 4/23/2016 58 F2
A
17 F2 Completing the Material Available 2/26/2016 3/12/2016 16 F1
B
Locally
18 G Switching for 220V to 110V 3/14/2016 3/16/2016 6 F2B,
F1,F2A
19 G Display system for 220V to 110V 3/28/2016 4/2/2016 6 G
1
20 H Programming PIC for GFCI 3/28/2016 6/4/2016 43 D1
21 H Circuit for Smart GFCI System 3/28/2016 4/30/2016 25 H,D1A
1
22 I Circuit for Current Transformer 3/28/2016 7/7/2016 84 D3
23 I Circuit for Current Reader 3/28/2016 7/7/2016 72 I,D3A
1
24 I Circuit for Cut-out Relay 3/28/2016 3/31/20160 4 I1
2
25 J Circuit for Auto Enable System 3/28/2016 5/7/2016 11 D4
26 J Relay system for Auto Enable 3/28/2016 4/1/2016 5 J
1
27 J Selecting Convenience Outlet 3/14/2016 4/19/2016 18 J1
2
28 K Testing Auto Enable System 7/7/2016 8/27/2016 46 J1
29 L Testing GFCI system 7/7/2016 8/27/2016 46 H1
30 M Testing Voltage Switching System 7/7/2016 8/27/2016 46 G1
31 N Testing Current Transformer Reader System 7/7/2016 8/27/2016 46 I2
32 O Connecting Current Transformer System and 8/29/2016 9/17/2016 18 N,M
Voltage Switcher
33 P Connecting GFCI and Auto Enable System 8/29/2016 9/17/2016 18 L,K,J2,D
4A
34 Q Connecting all Systems 9/19/2016 10/1/2016 11 Q,P
35 R Testing the Device 10/1/2016 10/8/2016 8 Q
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Appendix I

Monthly Report
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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 1

COLLEGE DATE:NOVEMBER
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS 2015
TASK:

 Research design title

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Identify some problems related to the field of electrical engineering

CHALLENGES FACED:

 Selection of possible design titles

NEXT STEPS:

 Consult and ask ideas from engineers for minimum requirements

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 2

COLLEGE DATE: DECEMBER
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS 2015
TASK:

 Consult design proposal for evaluation

 Continue in research possible systems to be used

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Identification of minimum requirements for each submitted design title

CHALLENGES FACED:

 Some data gathered are not feasible

 Suggestions and advices of engineering instructors regarding the
design proposal

NEXT STEPS:

 Research different implementation methods relevant to the proposed

design

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 3

COLLEGE DATE: JANUARY 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:
 Research the sub-system of Smart Electrical Outlet.
 Research types of GFCI system
 Research the type of transformer to be used
 Research types of current transformer
 Research types of auto enable system

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Researched a GFCI system that is compatible with the other

components of the proposed system.
 Researched a transformer that has a 110V and 220V output.
 Researched a current transformer that detects small amount of
current.
 Researched an auto enable system to be used.
 Revision of the proposed design title

CHALLENGES FACED:

 A GFCI system is not available in dual power source and its electronic
parts are not available in the local market.

 The current transformer has a low signal and it cannot detect much
smaller amount of signal.

NEXT STEPS:

 Research a system that operates like a GFCI and is compatible to the

system being selected.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 4

COLLEGE DATE: FEBRUARY
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS 2016
TASK:
 Research a circuit that operates like a GFCI
 Research what type of relay to be used.
 Submission of introduction, gantt chart, review of related literature,
scope and delimitation, importance and target beneficiaries of the research
study
 Listing of materials

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:
 Listed electronic spare parts needed in the systems.
o AC Dual display Voltage and Current
o Current Transformer
o 110V-220V 5A Transformer rating
o 12V Relay
o 12V and 5V DC power Supply
o PIC16f85a
 Distinguished the materials that are not available in the local market.
o AC Dual display Voltage and Current
o GFCI
o Current Transformer
 Submitted introduction, gantt chart, review of related literature, scope
and delimitation, importance and target beneficiaries of the research study
CHALLENGES FACED:
 AC Dual display Voltage and Current, current transformer and GFCI
are not available in the local market, because of low demand
 Access to purchase the materials that are available only in abroad.
 No materials are purchased and ordered because of the possible
changes in the outline of the design title on the incoming outline defense on
March 23, 2016
NEXT STEPS:

 Researched other systems that can supplement the unavailability of

the GFCI to minimize the problem of delays in finishing the design project.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 5

COLLEGE DATE: MARCH 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Research what type of relay to be used.

 Research display system for 220V and 110V.
 Research a circuit switching system for 110V and 220V.
 Research a circuit for GFCI system.
 Research a circuit for current transformer.
 Research a circuit for current indicator.
 Research a circuit for cut-off relay.
 Research a circuit for auto-enable system.
 Selecting electrical outlet.
 Title and outline Defense on March 23, 2016.

 HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Researched the Residual Current Device (RCD) and the differential

transformer that can be used as an alternative for GFCI.
 The research title was changed to “Smart Electrical Outlet” from
“Smart Convenience Outlet” after the outline defense and specifications of
the design project are changed and modified.

CHALLENGES FACED:

 Difficulty in finding the materials for AC dual display and GFCI which
are not available in the local market.

NEXT STEPS:

 Study how will the 5A cut-off system will be compatible to the system
as a whole.
 Search online for AC dual display and GFCI.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 6

COLLEGE DATE: APRIL 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Research a switching system for 110V and 220V

 Research display system for 220V and 110V
 Research a circuit for GFCI system.
 Research a circuit for current transformer
 Research a circuit for current indicator
 Research a circuit for cut-off relay
 Research a circuit for auto-enable system
HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Researched and implemented switching system and was tested using

an analog voltmeter and digital tester.
 Researched the display system to be used for current and voltage
values.
 Assigned and distributed to group members the tasks.
CHALLENGES FACED:

 Whenever the switching system for 110V and 220V is implemented, it

damages the diode.
 GFCI device, circuit for auto enable system, relay system for auto
enable, dual display for current and voltage, and selecting electrical outlet
are not accomplished because of the members’ inaccessibility to purchase
the materials online and financial reasons.

NEXT STEPS:

 Determine the problem why the diode tends to burst when the system
is switched to 220 volts.
 Research alternative circuit switching system for 110V and 220V,
 Search and ask for colleagues and friends that have an access in
purchasing materials online.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 7

COLLEGE DATE: MAY 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Change the circuit switching system for 110V and 220V

 Implementing the cut-off relay system
 Research display system for 220V and 110V
 Research a GFCI device.
 Research a circuit for current transformer
 Research a circuit for current indicator
 Research a circuit for cut-off relay
 Research a circuit for auto-enable system
 Selecting electrical outlet
HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Tried to produce a system for current detection that operates

simultaneously with the cut-off relay system.
 Circuit for current transformer and current indicator have been
selected

CHALLENGES FACED:

 The signal produced in the current transformer is undetectable that

results to the malfunctioning of the cut-off system.
 GFCI device, display system for 220V or 110V, and circuit for auto
enable system are continually researched
 AC dual display voltage and current, GFCI device and current
transformer are not ordered and purchased because of financial problem.

NEXT STEPS:

 Research an amplifier to amplify the output signal produced in the

current transformer

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 8

COLLEGE DATE: JUNE 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Research a circuit for current transformer amplifier

 Order and purchasing materials
o GFCI
o AC Dual display Voltage and Current
 Research a circuit for current indicator
 Circuit for Cut-off relay
 Implement the current transformer display
HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 The AC Dual display and GFCI device receive

 Connecting, implementing and testing current indicator system, cut-off
relay system, 110V and 220V switching system and voltage and current
display.
 Implement auto enable system.
 Implement switching system for 110V and 220V.

CHALLENGES FACED:

 The dual display system for AC current is varying.

NEXT STEPS:

 Research for AC current sensor or current transformer that have low

sensitivity.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 9

COLLEGE DATE: JULY, 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Test current transformer.

 Implement current sensor system
 Implement voltage sensor system
 Implement GFCI system
 Implement display system

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Combining all the system implemented.

o Current sensor system
o Voltage sensor system
o GFCI system
o Display system

CHALLENGES FACED:

 How to convert the 5 ampere AC signal that fed to theLM324.

NEXT STEPS:

 Search for alternative circuit for 5 ampere cut-off system.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 10

COLLEGE DATE: AUGUST, 2016
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS
TASK:

 Test current transformer.

 Test Current Transformer Indicator System
 Connect Current Transformer System and Voltage Switch
 Implement display system
 Find a current limiting circuit that limits the output current to 5 amps

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Arrangement of the sub systems inside the casing

o Current sensor system
o Voltage sensor system
o GFCI system
o Display system
o Transformer
o Relay

CHALLENGES FACED:

 Finding a 5A transformer that is compact

NEXT STEPS:

 Finding a compact 5A transformer that is available in the market.

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 11

COLLEGE DATE: SEPTEMBER,
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS 2016
TASK:

 Test Current Transformer Indicator System

 Find a current limiting circuit that limits the output current to 5 amps
 Find a new system for GFCI

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:

 Connect Current Transformer System and Voltage Switcher

 Connect all Systems
 Connect GFCI and Auto Enable System
 Testing the 5 amp limiting circuit using comparator
o 74LS85

CHALLENGES FACED:
 Connecting GFCI and Auto Enable system in the system
 If GFCI system detect fault it will shutter
 Using 74ls85 comparator in 5 amp limiting circuit is hard to obtained
because of the back flow of current in the system

NEXT STEPS:
 Troubleshoot the GFCI system
 Finding a circuit in 5 amp limiting system without using electronic
devices

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT

SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

SCHOOL/UNIVERSITY: UM TAGUM NO: 12

COLLEGE DATE: OCTOBER,
PRERARED BY:JESSREIL T. DAMAS 2016
TASK:
 Find a current limiting circuit that limits the output current to 5 amps
 Find a new system for GFCI

HIGHLIGHT TO DATE:
 Testing the 5 amps circuit using analog ammeter
 Testing the GFCI system
o BT169D
 Connecting overall system
 Testing with loads
 We obtain all the objectives of the design

CHALLENGES FACED:
 Connecting the overall system of the SMART ELECTRICAL OUTLET

NEXT STEPS:
 Checking of the design project

ENGR. JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE

Faculty Adviser Team Leader

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Certification

College of Engineering Education

This is to certify that the thesis manuscript of the design entitled “SMART
ELECTRICAL OUTLET” prepared and submitted by ORLAND P. CLARINO,
JESSREIL T. DAMAS, LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE, JAY-AR R. PASCO
has been reviewed and edited by the undersigned according to the format
and standards prescribed by the UM Research and Publication Center.

JOBENILITA R. CUÑADO, CpE, MEP

Name and Signature of Adviser
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Certification

College of Engineering Education

This is to certify that the thesis manuscript of the design entitled “SMART
ELECTRICAL OUTLET” prepared and submitted by ORLAND P. CLARINO,
JESSREIL T. DAMAS, LANE THOMAS G. LAMOSTE, JAY-AR R. PASCO
has been reviewed and edited by the undersigned according to the format
and standards prescribed by the UM Research and Publication Center.

Prof. Hayden B. Gemarino

Grammarian
CURICULUM VITAE
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ORLAND P. CLARINO

912 Prk. Castrence Mabini St., Tagum City

Contact #: 09498493252

Email address: clarinoorland@yahoo.com

PERSONAL DATA:

Age: 25

Sex: Male

Date of Birth: April 3, 1991

Place of Birth: Tagum City

Citizenship: Filipino

Height: 5’4”

Weight: 57 kg

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Protestant

Name of Father: Onofre S. Clarino

Occupation: Farmer

Name of Mother: Erlinda P. Clarino

Occupation: Farmer
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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

Tertiary: University of Mindanao Tagum College

Visayan Village, Tagum City, 8100

B.S Electrical Engineering

2010 – Present

Secondary: Tagum City National High School

Mangga, Visayan Village, Tagum City

2004-2008

Primary: Rizal Elementary School 2

Sobrecarey Street, Tagum City

1998-2004
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JESSREIL T. DAMAS

361 Prk. 2, Durian, Apokon, Tagum City

Contact #: 09488162548

Email address: damas.jessreil@yahoo.com

PERSONAL DATA:

Age: 25

Sex: Male

Date of Birth: July 22, 1991

Place of Birth: Tagum City

Citizenship: Filipino

Height: 5’6”

Weight: 65 kg

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Christianism

Name of Father: Ernito C. Damas

Occupation: Pastor/Farmer

Name of Mother: Margarita T. Damas

Occupation: Housewife
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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

Tertiary: University of Mindanao Tagum College

Visayan Village, Tagum City, 8100

B.S Electrical Engineering

2014 – Present

University of Mindanao Davao City

Matina, Davao City, 8000

B.S Electrical Engineering

2008 – 2011

Secondary: Tagum City National High School

Mangga, Visayan Village, Tagum City

2004-2008

Primary: Apokon Elementary School

Nat’l Highway, Apokon, Tagum City

1998-2004
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LANE THOMAS GALARIDO LAMOSTE

PUROK 4, DEL PILAR, MAB

INI, COMPOSTELA VALLEY

Contact #: 09097473846

Email address: lanethomaslamoste@yahoo.com.

PERSONAL DATA:

Age: 28

Sex: Male

Date of Birth: May 9, 1988

Place of Birth: Poblacion, Candijay, Bohol

Citizenship: Filipino

Height: 5’5’’

Weight: 75 kg

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Roman Catholic

Name of Father: Evergisto L. Lamoste

Occupation: Teacher

Name of Mother: Leonida G. Lamoste

Occupation: House Wife

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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

Tertiary: University of Mindanao Tagum College

Visayan Village, Tagum City, 8100

B.S Electrical Engineering

2011- Present

Tagum National Trade School

Apokon, Tagum City

Automotive Technology

S.Y. 2005- 2007

Secondary: Saint Joseph Academy

Poblacion, Candijay, Bohol

S.Y. 2002-2005

Primary: Maco Central Elementary School

Binuangan, Maco, Compostela, Valley Province

S.Y. 1997-2002
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JAY-AR R. PASCO

Prk. Rupenta 1, Magugpo East, Tagum City

Contact #: 09486915562

Email address: jaypasco08@gmail.com

PERSONAL DATA:

Age: 22

Sex: Male

Date of Birth: October 2, 1993

Place of Birth: Tagum City

Citizenship: Filipino

Height: 5’5”

Weight: 60 kg

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Roman Catholic

Name of Father: Randy M. Pasco

Occupation: Carpenter

Name of Mother: Terisita R. Pasco

Occupation: BHW
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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

Tertiary: University of Mindanao Tagum College

Visayan Village, Tagum City, 8100

B.S Electrical Engineering

2010 – Present

Secondary: Tagum City National High School

Mangga, Visayan Village, Tagum City

2006-2010

Primary: Don.Ricardo Briz Central Elementary School

Briz, Magugpo East, Tagum City

2000-2006