Rad Sens

Abstract

1. Introduction

Arduino library for radiation detector module RadSens to simplify integration into compatible platforms.

2. Objective

Arduino library for radiation detector module RadSens to simplify integration into compatible platforms.

This project demonstrates how C++, Arduino, ESP32 can be applied to a real-world Internet of Things (IoT) problem.

4. Technology Stack

• Low cost of a module
• Super-easy to use
• High compatibility with all devices
• Small dimensions (from 88x21 mm to 120x21 mm)
• Universatility in use (you can mount any Geiger tube, it is provided that the board can be shortened for a shorter tube)
• The measurement accuracy is limited only by the sensitivity of the tube, which can be changed programmatically for recalculation
• Aliexpress

5. System Requirements

General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.

• Arduino IDE / PlatformIO or a C++ compiler (g++)
• Target board (e.g. Arduino, ESP32) where applicable
• Git (to clone the repository)

6. Installation & Setup

git clone https://github.com/climateguard/RadSens.git
cd RadSens

1. Download .zip file and unpack it to the libraries folder of your project.

Full setup instructions are in the project README.

7. Future Enhancements

Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.

• Add a mobile dashboard using Blynk or Firebase
• Store readings in a cloud database for history charts
• Add alerts via SMS / Telegram when thresholds are crossed

8. Viva / Review Questions

Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.

1. Which microcontroller / board and sensors are used and why?
2. How does the device send data (Wi-Fi, MQTT, HTTP, Bluetooth)?
3. Where is the sensor data stored and visualised?
4. How is power consumption managed?
5. How would you secure the device and its communication?

9. Source Code & License

This project is developed by climateguard and published on GitHub under the GNU General Public License v3.0. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.