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@article{193324,
        author = {Gokul S G and Archana S and Varsha V S and Gopika S},
        title = {Power theft monitoring system and line breaker with GSM modules},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {29-31},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=193324},
        abstract = {Stealing electricity presents a major hurdle for power delivery companies, causing substantial monetary damage, lower grid reliability, and possible safety dangers. This document describes the making and deployment of a Power Theft Monitoring System employing a Line Breaker and GSM Module, functioning as an automatic way for quick spotting and stopping of illegal power consumption. The device continuously observes voltage and current measurements using sensors linked to a microcontroller. After sensing strange changes that point to unapproved hookups, the device instantly cuts the electrical flow through a relay-controlled line breaker and sends an alert to the utility company using the GSM module. Compared with older methods relying on human checks, this suggested fix offers ongoing oversight, fast reaction speeds, better safety precautions, and smaller running costs. Furthermore, the device is reasonably priced, can be simply expanded for smaller setups, and suits integration within smart grid frameworks},
        keywords = {},
        month = {March},
        }