Introduction
The students of New English High School, Akola, in collaboration with Vidyasagar Academy, have developed an innovative Weather Station project that provides real-time weather updates for the city of Akola. This project is a significant milestone in fostering scientific curiosity and technological skills among students under the guidance of Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL). The project was exhibited at the school and is accessible online at https://vsa.edu.in/nehs.html, showcasing the real-time weather conditions of Akola.
Project Description
The Weather Station project leverages the power of modern microcontrollers, sensors, and web technologies to provide accurate weather data. Using the Raspberry Pi Pico W microcontroller, the students programmed a system that collects weather information such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and general weather conditions from OpenWeatherMap, a global meteorological organization. This data is then transmitted to a web server and displayed on an interactive webpage for public access.
Features of the Weather Station
- Real-time weather updates for the city of Akola.
- Display of temperature, humidity, wind speed, and weather conditions.
- Easy accessibility via the dedicated webpage: https://vsa.edu.in/nehs.html.
- A user-friendly interface showcasing weather data in a visually appealing format.
Efforts by the Students
The students displayed immense dedication and teamwork while working on this project. They actively participated in brainstorming sessions, programming workshops, and hardware integration exercises. From coding the microcontroller to setting up the web server and ensuring data accuracy, every student involved played a crucial role in making this project a success. This collaborative effort with Vidyasagar Academy further enriched the students’ learning experience, fostering their interest in practical applications of science and technology.
Acknowledgements
I am deeply thankful to Hon’ble Prof. Pandharinath Mandaogane (President) and Hon’ble Prof. Shrikrishna Amraotikar (Secretary) of Akola Education Society, Akola for providing the necessary resources, infrastructure, and guidance to the students. Their unwavering support made this project possible.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Hon’ble Mr. Shardul Digambar Sir, Jt. Secretary to Akola Education Society, Akola, for giving me this wonderful opportunity to conduct the training program for the students of New English High School, Akola. His encouragement and support were instrumental in the success of this training program.
I also thank Shri. Madhav Munshi Sir (Principal), for his constant visits to the ATL lab and for monitoring and encouraging the students and also providing necessary facilities during this training sessions.
I am also thankful to Shri. Uday Kolhekar Sir (Atal Tinkering Lab In-charge), who helped me in every practical session in the ATL lab.
The help of Shri. Shrikant Ratnaparkhi Sir and Shri. Shashikant Bangar Sir of New English High School, Akola, is also important to mention, as they played key roles in facilitating this program.
Conclusion
The Weather Station project exemplifies the potential of young minds when given the right guidance and opportunities. It stands as a testimony to the innovation and hard work of the students of New English High School, Akola, in collaboration with Vidyasagar Academy. We hope this project inspires others to explore the fascinating world of technology and science.
