In the poultry farming industry, the egg incubation process significantly affects both the quality and quantity of production. Traditional manual methods are often inconsistent due to unstable environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. To address these challenges, this smart incubator was developed to automate and optimize egg hatching through digital integration. The tool aims to improve efficiency, reduce human error, and enable convenient remote monitoring.

Main Functions:

This smart incubator is designed to:

1. Automatically maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels tailored to the needs of developing poultry embryos.
2. Enable synchronized and efficient egg hatching, improving the success rate.
3. Provide real-time monitoring through a user’s smartphone.
4. Record essential data (date, time, temperature, and humidity) for tracking and analysis purposes.

Key Features:

1. Temperature and Humidity Sensors (DHT11):
   Real-time measurement of environmental conditions inside the incubator (e.g., 37.5°C and 55% RH).
   Data displayed both on the incubator screen and a mobile application.
2. Automatic Heating Lamp:
   Maintains optimal internal temperature.
   Turns on or off automatically based on sensor readings.
3. Ultrasonic Mist Maker:
   Located in a bottom water reservoir.
   Produces fine mist to stabilize humidity levels within the incubator.
4. Stainless Steel Egg Rack:
   Provides a safe and stable position for eggs.
   Rack design ensures even air circulation for all eggs.
5. Wireless Smartphone Connectivity:
   Utilizes Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection.
   “Smart Incubator” app displays temperature, humidity, date, and time in real-time.
6. Time and Calendar Display:
   Built-in digital display and app calendar for tracking the hatching cycle (e.g., 21 days for chickens).

Novelty and Application:

This smart incubator stands out due to its combination of low-cost components, user-friendly interface, and remote monitoring capability. It is especially suitable for small to medium-scale poultry farmers, educational purposes, and agricultural technology demonstrations. The system increases hatch success while reducing the need for constant manual supervision.

Production and Implementation:

The incubator can be produced using accessible components such as microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino), sensors (DHT11), heating elements, mist makers, and standard display modules. The casing and egg rack can be fabricated from durable materials like insulated plastic or stainless steel. The design is scalable and adaptable to various types of poultry.