Strengthening Forest Conservation with an IoT-Based Anti-Poaching Alarm System for Trees

Abstract

There are frequent incidents of theft of valuable trees, such as sandalwood, sagwan, and timber, worldwide. These trees are used in medicine, cosmetics, furniture, and more. To prevent such theft and protect the forests, preventive measures must be taken. Additionally, forest fires can cause significant damage to wildlife and trees, so it is crucial to control them quickly. To address these issues, a framework has been developed that utilizes three sensors (tilt, vibration, and flame sensors) to detect tree cutting, illegal logging, and forest fires. The GPS module sends the precise location of the theft to forest authorities, and the information is transmitted through an IoT model.