Data center are usually left unattended with staff working remotely. Sometimes, trouble arises that will require a person to be physically located at the data center to perform actions such as restarting a server or restarting a modem. Sophia made a prototype of a power controller that can be triggered on and off using software.

Below are some photos on how the prototype of Power Line Controller was created

Blueprint

This is the blueprint of the chassis.

Blueprint

This is the blueprint of the chassis, front side.

Blueprint

This is the blueprint of the chassis, back side.

Relay Module

This is the relay board which is connected to the outlet and supplies power to the device connected to it. The relay board is connected to the driver before connecting to arduino.

Driver Module

This is the driver board that bridges the arduino and the relays.

Chassis

This is the chassis used for the prototype. The electrical outlet are lined up at the front and back of the chassis to serve 24 ports.

No cover

The final view of the prototype without covers.

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