Automatic Water Distribution System Using Wireless Sensor Network

Water distribution sector is currently facing operation challenges, especially in urban areas, as a result of climate change and high rate of urbanization experienced in these areas. These two aforementioned factors pose a threat of water shortage in these cities and consequently affects the water distribution sector as there will be interruption in water supply. To mitigate this, efficient management of the entire distribution process and automated monitoring and control systems are needed. This paper showcases such an automated water distribution system that is responsible for providing clean water to urban residents. The system uses an IoT (Internet of Things) approach for constant and real-time monitoring of water supply from the Base Station down to the water tanks of each block of house. Water levels and water quality are continuously monitored in the end-user’s water tanks, and the tanks are automatically refilled based on user requirements and Base Station planning. Both end users and water board managers can follow the water flow information in a user-friendly web application.