Smart Water Level Monitoring
Overview:
The Smart Water Level Monitoring System is an IoT-based project designed to automatically monitor and manage the water level in tanks, reservoirs, or overhead tanks in real-time.
This system provides automatic water level detection, real-time alerts, and remote monitoring through a web or mobile dashboard, ensuring efficient water usage and preventing overflow or dry-run situations.
It helps reduce water wastage, ensures proper supply, and automates pump control — making it ideal for homes, buildings, industries, and agriculture.
Objectives:
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To develop a real-time water level monitoring system using IoT technology.
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To automate the motor control process when the tank is full or empty.
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To enable remote monitoring and alert notifications via web or mobile app.
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To promote efficient water management and prevent overflow or dry run of pumps.
Key Features:
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Automatic Water Level Detection: Monitors water level in real time using sensors.
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Automatic Pump Control: Motor turns ON when water is low and OFF when the tank is full.
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IoT Dashboard: Displays live water level percentage on web or mobile interface.
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Smart Notifications: Sends alerts via app, SMS, or email when levels cross threshold limits.
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Remote Access: Control and monitor from anywhere using an internet connection.
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Data Logging: Records historical data of water usage and tank levels.
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Energy Efficient: Prevents dry run and overflow, saving electricity and water.
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Analytics: Provides data insights for better water resource planning.
Tech Stack:
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Hardware Components:
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NodeMCU (ESP8266) / Arduino / Raspberry Pi
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Ultrasonic Sensor (HC-SR04) or Float Sensor for level detection
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Relay Module for motor control
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Buzzer or LED for alert indication
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Wi-Fi Module (ESP8266/ESP32)
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Software & Tools:
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Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript
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Backend: PHP / Node.js / Python (Flask or Django)
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Database: MySQL / Firebase
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IoT Platform: Blynk / ThingSpeak / MQTT / Firebase Realtime Database
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Mobile App (optional): Android app using Flutter or Kotlin
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System Workflow:
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Sensor Input:
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Ultrasonic or float sensor detects water level and sends data to microcontroller.
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Data Processing:
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Microcontroller processes the sensor data and decides whether to turn the motor ON or OFF.
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Cloud Communication:
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Data is transmitted to a cloud server via Wi-Fi.
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Dashboard Monitoring:
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The user can view real-time water levels on a mobile app or web interface.
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Automation & Alerts:
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If the water level drops below a set point → Motor automatically turns ON.
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If the tank reaches maximum level → Motor automatically turns OFF and alert is sent.
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