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Leveraging NodeMCU ESP8266 and Blynk Cloud for Seamless IoT-based Asset Tracking

by M.F.Z. Syafrisal, Z. Zainal Abidin, N.A. Zakaria
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International Journal of Computer Applications
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Volume 187 - Number 86
Year of Publication: 2026
Authors: M.F.Z. Syafrisal, Z. Zainal Abidin, N.A. Zakaria
10.5120/ijca2026926465

M.F.Z. Syafrisal, Z. Zainal Abidin, N.A. Zakaria . Leveraging NodeMCU ESP8266 and Blynk Cloud for Seamless IoT-based Asset Tracking. International Journal of Computer Applications. 187, 86 ( Mar 2026), 7-13. DOI=10.5120/ijca2026926465

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author = { M.F.Z. Syafrisal, Z. Zainal Abidin, N.A. Zakaria },
title = { Leveraging NodeMCU ESP8266 and Blynk Cloud for Seamless IoT-based Asset Tracking },
journal = { International Journal of Computer Applications },
issue_date = { Mar 2026 },
volume = { 187 },
number = { 86 },
month = { Mar },
year = { 2026 },
issn = { 0975-8887 },
pages = { 7-13 },
numpages = {9},
url = { https://ijcaonline.org/archives/volume187/number86/leveraging-nodemcu-esp8266-and-blynk-cloud-for-seamless-iot-based-asset-tracking/ },
doi = { 10.5120/ijca2026926465 },
publisher = {Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA},
address = {New York, USA}
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Abstract

Efficient asset management remains a challenge for individuals and small-scale enterprises due to the high costs of proprietary tracking solutions. This paper proposes a seamless IoT-based asset tracking and cost savings leveraging the ESP8266 (NodeMCU) microcontroller and the Blynk Cloud platform. By integrating WiFi-based positioning with a user-friendly mobile interface, the system enables real-time monitoring and geographic tagging of physical assets. The study details the hardware-software architecture, emphasizing the optimization of data transmission intervals to balance battery longevity with the accuracy of tracking. Based on experimental results, the device operated for 18 hours on a single 500mAh Li-Po battery with a 5-minute update frequency. The accuracy rate is 98.5% higher than the benchmark value, which is 95%. It demonstrates that the proposed system provides a reliable, scalable, and budget-friendly alternative to traditional GPS-GSM trackers. This research highlights the potential of open-source IoT ecosystems in democratizing asset security and enhancing operational visibility in resource-constrained environments.

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Index Terms

Computer Science
Information Sciences

Keywords

Internet of Things (IoT) Global Positioning System (GPS) Asset Localization Blynk Cloud Real-Time Monitoring

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