Design And Development Of A Smart Temperature Controlled Sustainable Packaging System From Agriculture Waste

The design and development of a smart temperature-controlled sustainable packaging system fabricated from agricultural waste materials. Banana fiber, sugarcane bagasse, rice husk and coconut coir are utilized to form a biodegradable composite structure bonded using a starch-based adhesive. Phase change material (PCM) is integrated to provide passive thermal energy storage and temperature stabilization during transit. An embedded smart control unit comprising an ESP32 microcontroller and a DS18B20 temperature sensor enables continuous monitoring of internal temperature. A E27 Infrared heat bulb is automatically activated when the temperature falls below a predefined threshold, ensuring controlled thermal regulation. The proposed system offers an eco-friendly, cost-effective and energy-efficient solution for transporting temperature-sensitive goods.