G. Kavitha and R. Varatharajan. Improved Fuzzy Rule Set Distributed Algorithm Based Smart Water Management System Using Programmable Logic Controller. Neural, Parallel, and Scientific Computations 28(2020), No.3, 161 – 181

https://doi.org/10.46719/npsc20202832

ABSTRACT.
Water is the primary resource for all living beings globally and its efficient harnessing is key to achieve a rational and fair distribution. In this work, a smart drinking water management strategy for water supply based on sensors, comparator circuits, PLC (Programmable logic control) and fuzzy logic is suggested to control the water supply in order to reduce water usage and achieve an equative sharing. In the previous methods in the field, the conventional algorithm technique based on the water distribution and management system cannot easily interface with sensor devices in the water distribution method. Therefore, an improved fuzzy rule set distributed algorithm based smart water management system using programmable logic control is proposed in this work. More specifically, the suggested technique integrates a flow meter, a solenoid valve and IoT (Internet of thing) based digital code algorithm. In order to analyzed its validity, the proposed smart water management system is simulated and also, a hardware prototype is developed. Results show that this system can manage the monthly usage of water levels with 90% efficiency compared to the existing method. Also, the system integrates a pH sensor to test the water quality and distribution and support clean water-oriented processes.

Key Words and Phrases: IoT, water management system, PLC (programmable logic control), improved fuzzy rule set distributed algorithm, digital code algorithm