https://github.com/prashantkoirala465/public-bus-live-tracking-system
This project was developed as part of the TECH 100 course, demonstrating the practical application of IoT technologies in public transportation. The system enables real-time tracking of public buses using ESP8266 microcontroller and GPS module integration.
https://github.com/prashantkoirala465/public-bus-live-tracking-system
arduino esp8266-arduino gps-tracker html iot neo7m
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This project was developed as part of the TECH 100 course, demonstrating the practical application of IoT technologies in public transportation. The system enables real-time tracking of public buses using ESP8266 microcontroller and GPS module integration.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/prashantkoirala465/public-bus-live-tracking-system
- Owner: prashantkoirala465
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-04-30T15:04:25.000Z (about 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-01-30T10:37:53.000Z (5 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-01-30T11:24:10.715Z (5 months ago)
- Topics: arduino, esp8266-arduino, gps-tracker, html, iot, neo7m
- Language: C++
- Homepage:
- Size: 638 KB
- Stars: 3
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 2
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Public Bus Live Tracking System
## TECH 100 Project Overview
This project was developed as part of the TECH 100 course, demonstrating the practical application of IoT technologies in public transportation. The system enables real-time tracking of public buses using ESP8266 microcontroller and GPS module integration.
## Features
- Real-time GPS tracking of bus locations
- Web-based interface for location visualization
- Google Maps integration for accurate mapping
- Responsive design for mobile and desktop viewing
- 5-second location update interval
- Modern UI with custom styling
## Hardware Requirements
### Components
1. NodeMCU ESP8266 Development Board
2. NEO-7M GPS Module
3. Connecting wires
4. USB cable for programming
5. Power source (USB power bank recommended for mobility)
### Technical Specifications
- **ESP8266 Operating Voltage:** 3.3V
- **GPS Module Operating Voltage:** 3.3V-5V
- **Serial Communication:** 9600 baud rate for GPS module
- **WiFi:** 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
## Software Requirements
### Required Libraries
1. `SoftwareSerial.h` - For serial communication with GPS module
2. `TinyGPS++.h` - For parsing GPS data
3. `ESP8266WiFi.h` - For WiFi connectivity
### Development Environment
- Arduino IDE
- Required Board Manager: ESP8266 Community Board Package
## Wiring Instructions
### GPS Module to NodeMCU Connections
- GPS VCC → NodeMCU 3.3V
- GPS GND → NodeMCU GND
- GPS TX → NodeMCU D1 (GPIO 4)
- GPS RX → NodeMCU D2 (GPIO 5)
Refer to the wiring diagram in `nodemcu-gps-wiring.png` for visual guidance.
## Setup Instructions
### 1. Hardware Setup
1. Connect the GPS module to NodeMCU following the wiring instructions above
2. Power up the NodeMCU using a USB cable or power bank
### 2. Software Setup
1. Install Arduino IDE
2. Add ESP8266 board support:
- Go to File → Preferences
- Add `http://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json` to Additional Board URLs
- Go to Tools → Board → Boards Manager
- Search for and install "esp8266"
3. Install Required Libraries:
- Go to Sketch → Include Library → Manage Libraries
- Install "TinyGPS++" library
- ESP8266WiFi comes with the ESP8266 board package
### 3. Configuration
1. Open `public_bus_live_tracking_system.ino`
2. Update WiFi credentials:
```cpp
const char *ssid = "your_wifi_ssid";
const char *password = "your_wifi_password";
```
3. Add your Google Maps API key:
```cpp
String GMAP_API_KEY = "your_google_maps_api_key";
```
### 4. Upload Code
1. Select appropriate board: Tools → Board → NodeMCU 1.0
2. Select correct COM port
3. Upload the code
## Usage Guide
1. Power up the device
2. Wait for WiFi connection (Serial monitor will display IP address)
3. Open the displayed IP address in a web browser
4. The map will show the current location with updates every 5 seconds
## System Architecture
### Hardware Layer
- ESP8266 handles WiFi connectivity and serves the web interface
- NEO-7M GPS module provides location data
- Serial communication between GPS and ESP8266
### Software Layer
- Arduino framework for device programming
- TinyGPS++ for GPS data parsing
- ESP8266WebServer for serving web interface
- Google Maps API for location visualization
### Web Interface
- Responsive HTML/CSS design
- JavaScript for map handling and updates
- Google Maps integration for location display
## Troubleshooting
### Common Issues
1. **No GPS Fix**
- Ensure clear view of sky
- Wait for GPS module to acquire satellites (can take 1-5 minutes)
- Check GPS module connections
2. **WiFi Connection Issues**
- Verify WiFi credentials
- Ensure WiFi network is in range
- Check Serial monitor for connection status
3. **Map Not Loading**
- Verify Google Maps API key
- Check browser console for errors
- Ensure device is connected to internet
## Future Enhancements
- Multiple bus tracking support
- Route prediction
- Estimated arrival times
- Historical route data logging
- Mobile app development
## Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.
### Guidelines
1. Fork the repository
2. Create your feature branch (`git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature`)
3. Commit your changes (`git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature'`)
4. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/AmazingFeature`)
5. Open a Pull Request
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
## Acknowledgments
- TECH 100 course instructors and teaching assistants
- ESP8266 Community
- TinyGPS++ library developers
- Google Maps Platform
## Contact
For any queries regarding this project, please open an issue in the repository.
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*This project was developed as part of the TECH 100 course curriculum.*