An Integrated Arduino-Based Automated Cattle Washing and Feeding System for Precision Livestock Farming Automatic Cattle Washing and Feeding System
Abstract
This project outlines an integrated Automatic function for cattle washing, an Automatic function for feeding, andconvenienceforbothfarmproductivityandanimalwelfare. This project objectives is to enhance productivity by providing analternativetotraditionalcattlefarmingbestpracticesthatare deemed inefficient and laborious. The Automatic Feeders and Automated Washers includes, but are not limited to the following: an Automatic Feeder system utilizing an Arduino microcontroller to convert environmental signals emitted from sensorsanddispensingunitstodispenseprecisefeedtooptimize feeding time while simultaneously minimizing waste and increasing nutritional value. The second Automated Function wouldincludeanAutomaticWashingsystemwhereanArduino will control a programmed washing pattern with sensors that can detect the presence of cattle which minimizes water consumption while providing a thorough wash. This also will limitthespreadingofinfectionsandimprovehygienicpractices. Both Automatic Feeders and Automatic Washers, represent a modern and sustainable product that automates livestock processes. This integrated system also looks to reduce labor, handle daily operations and maximize cost while consistently maintaining hygiene/health requirements for livestock. In summary, this project displays innovative, responsible live stock management for enhanced productivity that increases the overall efficiency of cattle farming.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Smart Agriculture and AI
Arduino and IoT Applications
Livestock Farming and Management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 26 February 2026
- Language
- EN