Livestock tracking system

Date
2024-06
Authors
Mutebi, Tonny
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Makerere University
Abstract
This document presents the design and implementation of an advanced Livestock Tracking System (LTS) that leverages modern IoT technology to monitor and manage livestock movements in real-time. The system integrates GPS-enabled tracking devices attached to livestock with a mobile application that alerts users when an animal moves beyond predefined geographical boundaries. The core components of the LTS include robust GPS tracking units, a centralized cloud-based data processing server, and a userfriendly mobile application. Upon detecting out-of-bound movements, the system instantly processes the data and triggers notifications to the user's mobile device, ensuring immediate awareness and response. This proactive approach enhances livestock management efficiency, reduces the risk of loss or theft, and aids in maintaining herd health and safety. The implementation of such a system can significantly benefit farmers and livestock owners by providing real-time visibility, improving operational control, and enabling data-driven decision-making in livestock management.
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A project report submitted to the School of Computing and Informatics Technology for the Study Leading to a Project in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering of Makerere University
Keywords
Livestock tracking system
Citation
Mutebi, T. (2024). Livestock tracking system; upublished disssertation, Makerere University, Kampala