Integration of IoT Sensor Data with Augmented Reality Dashboard Using Unity and Vuforia

Abstract

This Project combines IoT sensor capabilities with Augumented reality (AR) visualization to create an immersive AR dashboard for real-time environmental monitoring. The architecture includes a NodeMCU ESP8266 microcontroller integrated with a DHT11 sensor, enabling robust data acquisition within a networked ecosystem. Unity, a game engine, serves as the foundation for AR content creation, while Vuforia adds digital overlays to the physical environment. The workflow involves meticulous configuration of the NodeMCU for sensor data collection and hosting a web server infrastructure for data transmission. The digital representation of the DHT11 sensor serves as a marker for AR content deployment, allowing users to interact with virtual constructs in the real-world. Unity acts as the conduit for bi-directional communication with the NodeMCU web server, enabling dynamic retrieval and visualization of temperature and humidity readings in real-time. The AR dashboard provides an intuitive interface for monitoring environmental parameters, enhancing engagement and situational awareness. This project represents the synergy between IoT and AR technologies, paving the way for transformative solutions in environmental monitoring and intelligent infrastructure.