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AUTHOR(S): Ioannis Antonopoulos, Theodore Ganetsos
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ABSTRACT This study presents the development and implementation of a LabVIEW-based automated monitoring and control system tailored for smart shipping containers used in the transportation of pharmaceutical products. The system is designed to maintain and regulate critical environmental parameters— specifically temperature, humidity, and light exposure—within containers to ensure the integrity, efficacy, and safety of sensitive medical cargo during maritime transit. Employing a modular and scalable architecture, the system integrates a suite of precision sensors including resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), capacitive humidity sensors, and ultraviolet-sensitive photocells. These sensors continuously collect environmental data, which is processed and visualized in real time through a userfriendly LabVIEW interface. Automated responses are triggered when predefined thresholds are exceeded: cooling/heating systems manage temperature excursions beyond 15–25 °C, humidifiers and dehumidifiers maintain relative humidity within 30–60%, and light sensors trigger alerts upon UV exposure. This architecture enables proactive environmental regulation without the need for human intervention, significantly reducing the risks associated with manual monitoring errors. The system not only enhances cargo safety and compliance with pharmaceutical storage standards but also demonstrates scalability for integration across multiple containers and logistics settings. Compared to traditional methods, the proposed solution offers superior precision, responsiveness, and traceability, thereby supporting Industry 4.0 goals within smart logistics. Its real-time SCADA-compatible interface and data logging capabilities allow for immediate anomaly detection and long-term analytics, reinforcing reliability and operational efficiency across the pharmaceutical cold chain. |
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KEYWORDS Smart Container, SCADA, Cargo Sensors, LabVIEW, Automated Electronic System, Product Quality |
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Cite this paper Ioannis Antonopoulos, Theodore Ganetsos. (2025) LabVIEW-Based Automated System for Monitoring Real-Time Safety and Quality Conditions of Pharmaceutical Products in a Smart Container on a Ship. International Journal of Instrumentation and Measurement, 10, 15-21 |
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