1. AI-Driven Solution for Precise Water Management
Final Year Project Review
Presented By
Siranjeevini S 912220106012
Rajabdullah M 912220106306
Vishwa R 912220106309
Under Guidance of
Mr.R.Ramesh kumar.AP/ECE
Associate Professor
Department of Electronics and Communication
Engineering ,
Solamalai College of Engineering -Madurai
2. Outline
• Nowadays, population growth has led to water scarcity in most parts of the world.
• A large amount of water is wasted in agriculture. This project proposes an automatic plant
watering system that uses an ARM controller, temperature, humidity, Soil moisture sensor and DC
pump respectively.
• It automatically detects soil moisture and decides if watering is needed. The automatic watering
system, a soil moisture sensor, checks the moisture level in the soil, and if the moisture level is
low, the ARM turns on a water pump to provide the water.
• The water pump automatically shuts off when the system detects sufficient moisture in the soil.
• Whenever the system turns the pump on or off, the status of the water pump, temperature,
humidity and soil moisture is updated.
• This system is fully automated and does not require human intervention. This system is useful for
gardens, Farming, etc.
3. Introduction
• We use a lot of water for agriculture. In most cases, this water is used inefficiently, and a significant
amount of water is wasted.
• Introduce modern irrigation methods that are simple, easy to use, and increase water use efficiency.
• The automatic Water Controlling System is the most efficient technique of supplying water into the
land.
• The most significant advantage is that the water is supplied to the root zone in a drop-by-drop
manner, thereby saving a huge amount of water.
• Farmers in India are now using manual irrigation techniques. This process sometimes requires more
water, and sometimes the water is late, which causes the crops to dry out
4. Literature Survey
S.No Journal Title Year Observation
1 IEEE
Sensors
Journal
Integrating Arduino-Based Soil
Moisture Sensing Systems with
Artificial Intelligence for
Precision Irrigation in
Agriculture
2020 This paper explores the integration of Arduino-based soil
moisture sensing systems with artificial intelligence
algorithms for precision irrigation in agriculture. It
discusses how AI techniques can optimize irrigation
schedules based on real-time soil moisture data obtained
from sensors, thereby improving water management
efficiency.
2 Computers
and
Electronics in
Agriculture
An Intelligent System for Real-
Time Water Management
using Arduino and Soil
Moisture Sensors
2019 This paper presents an intelligent system that utilizes
Arduino microcontrollers and soil moisture sensors for
real-time water management. It discusses the
implementation of AI algorithms to analyze soil moisture
data and control the operation of a DC pump for precise
irrigation, minimizing water wastage.
5. Literature Survey
S.No Journal Title Year Observation
3 Journal of
Water
Resources
Planning and
Management
Application of Arduino-Based
Smart Irrigation Systems with
Artificial Intelligence for
Efficient Water Resource
Management
2021 This paper examines the application of Arduino-based
smart irrigation systems integrated with artificial
intelligence for efficient water resource management. It
discusses the development of algorithms that utilize soil
moisture sensor data to dynamically adjust irrigation
schedules, optimizing water usage while maintaining soil
moisture levels.
4 Sensors Real-Time Water Management
System using Arduino and IoT
for Smart Agriculture
2018 This paper presents a real-time water management
system for smart agriculture, incorporating Arduino
microcontrollers and IoT technology. It discusses the
implementation of AI algorithms to analyze soil moisture
data and trigger actions such as activating the DC pump
or providing alerts through the LCD display and buzzer,
enabling precise water management.
6. Objective
• To design an advanced field water management system for an irrigation.
• To improve the plant growth and cultivation
• To reduce the manual effort
• To process the automatic water pump based on moisture
7. Proposed approach
• This system investigated the characteristics of the Irrigation and select an
appropriate irrigation system. Increase yields through an efficient
irrigation system and significantly reduce water demand.
• This automatic water controlling system has been designed by consisting
temperature sensor, moisture sensor, humidity sensor respectively.
• This system is used to continuously measure the moisture level of the
soil. Here, if the soil moisture level is low, the ARM turns on the water
pump to provide the plant with water. When the system detects enough
moisture in the soil, the water pump will automatically shut off.
11. Challenges
Implementing an AI-driven solution for precise water management using Arduino, Soil Moisture Sensor,
LCD, and a DC pump presents several significant challenges. Firstly, developing robust AI algorithms
capable of accurately analyzing soil moisture data and making informed decisions for irrigation scheduling is
complex. Ensuring these algorithms are both efficient and adaptable to varying environmental conditions is
crucial for effective water management. Additionally, ensuring the accuracy of soil moisture sensors through
calibration and accounting for factors such as sensor drift and soil variability poses a challenge. Integrating
multiple hardware components and software modules, including the Arduino microcontroller, sensors,
actuators, and AI algorithms, also requires careful consideration to ensure seamless communication and
compatibility while optimizing system performance. Real-time processing of soil moisture data and making
timely irrigation decisions present computational challenges, particularly in resource-constrained
environments like microcontrollers. Balancing computational complexity with real-time responsiveness is
crucial. Moreover, managing power efficiently, especially for systems deployed in remote or off-grid
locations, is essential for prolonged operation. Adapting the system to handle diverse environmental
conditions and unforeseen challenges is also critical for robust performance.
13. Future Work
In future work, there are several avenues for advancing the development of AI-driven
solutions for precise water management using ARM controller, DHT sensor, Soil
Moisture Sensor, LCD and a DC pump. Firstly, researchers could focus on refining and
enhancing AI algorithms to improve their accuracy, efficiency, and adaptability to
varying environmental conditions. This could involve exploring advanced machine
learning techniques such as deep learning and reinforcement learning. Additionally,
advancements in sensor technology could be pursued to develop more accurate and
reliable soil moisture sensors, with a particular emphasis on reducing sensor drift and
improving compatibility with different soil types. Integration with IoT and cloud
platforms could enable remote monitoring, data analytics, and predictive maintenance
capabilities. Furthermore, expanding the application of the system to precision agriculture
practices beyond basic irrigation, such as nutrient management and pest control, presents
an exciting area for future research.
14. Reference
1] An intelligent water management system based on wireless sensor networks for agriculture,
Li, S.; Xu, W.; Tao, H., Agricultural Water Management, 2018.
[2] Optimal Irrigation Management Model Based on Artificial Intelligence Algorithm in
Greenhouse, Wu, Y.; Zhou, Z.; Yang, W., Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 2020.
[3] Optimization of irrigation water management using artificial intelligence techniques in arid
regions: A review, Rahman, M. M.; Hasan, M. K., Environmental Monitoring and Assessment,
2021.
[4] An intelligent decision support system for irrigation management, Zhang, J.; Chen, Q.; Kang,
Y., Water Resources Management, 2019.
[5] Precision agriculture technologies for irrigation management: a review, Geng, X.; Zhou, Y.;
Chen, J., Precision Agriculture, 2018.