Arduino Based Water Level Sensor With Notification

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ARDUINO BASED WATER LEVEL SENSOR WITH NOTIFICATION

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ARDUINO UNO BASED WATER LEVEL SENSOR WITH NOTIFICATION

Mercado, Jaysent D.
Masiclat, Jehzter Carl
Santiago, Jomar
Salenga, Jose Jesus
Sunga, John Steven
This research proposal is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for

Senior High School - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Don Honorio Ventura Technological State University.
DON HONORIO VENTURA TECHNOLOGICAL STATE UNIVERSITY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page..............................................................................................................................i
Approval Sheet....................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents................................................................................................................iii
List of Tables......................................................................................................................iv
List of Figures......................................................................................................................v
List of Appendices..............................................................................................................vi
Chapter Page
1 THE PROBLEM AND REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND
STUDIES
Introduction..................................................................................................1
Conceptual Framework................................................................................4
Statement of the Problem.............................................................................5
Significance of the Study.............................................................................6
Scope and delimitation.................................................................................6
Definition of Terms......................................................................................7
2 MATERIALS AND METHODS
Research Design.........................................................................................10
Research Locale.........................................................................................10
Research Respondents and Sampling Technique......................................10
Research Instrument...................................................................................11
Questionnaire.............................................................................................11
Validation of Instrument…………………………………………………12
Administration of Instrument…………………………………………….12
Data Gathering Procedure……………………………………………….12
Ethnical Consideration…………………………………………………...13
Data Analysis…………………………………………………………….13
Product Development…………………………………………………….14
Budgetary Requirements…………………………………………………20
3 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

RERERENCES
APPENDICES iv
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LIST OF TABLES
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1 Table Interpretation for Weighted Mean 13

2 Assessment of the materials of the water level sensor 21
3. Assessment of the cost of the water level sensor 22
4. Assessment of the physical feature of the water level sensor 22
5. Assessment of the durability of the water level sensor 23
6. Assessment of the functionality of the water level sensor 24
7. Assessment of the performance of the water level sensor 25
8. Assessment of the workmanship of the water level sensor 26

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LIST OF FIGURES
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1 The paradigm of the study 4

2 Sketch of the product 17
3 Schematic Diagram 18

ARDUINO BASED WATER LEVEL SENSOR WITH NOTIFICATION vi
LIST OF APPENDICES
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A Permit to conduct study 23

B Memorandum with the Adviser and Advisee 24
C Letter to the Validator 25
D Validator’s Certificate 26
E Letter to the Statistician 27
F Questionnaire 28-29
G Unstructured Interview 30
H Observation Instrument 31
I Gantt Chart 19

Chapter 1
THE PROBLEM AND REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
Water level sensors are big help on creating awareness of the current status of
liquids whether it is inside of the container or outside in the environment. It uses different
kinds of sensors to gather data which will be processed by a computer and converts it to
human readable display. Water Level Sensors are used to detect the level of substances
that can flow. Such substances include liquids, slurries, granular material and powders.
(www. Rshydro.co.uk).
According to swan-tool.com, ultrasonic sensors are the most common non-contact
sensors for sewer water level measurement. It measures the time-of-flight ultrasonic
pulses reflected from a surface or water surface. Another type of non-contact is Radar
sensor. It also measures the time-of-flight of pulses but instead of ultrasonic, it uses radio
frequency. Radar uses more power than ultrasonic, and due to it, radars are more
expensive than ultrasonic. Every sensor needs a processor that is powered up of some
kind of sources. And usually, they are very complicated and requires special hardware to
program the controller. As stated by Yusuf (2014), Arduino made all this easy by making
it simple through programing, erasing, and reprograming in a very convenient time. This
means Arduino can be programmed easily to operate the Ultrasonic sensor.
This study aims to build a water level sensor which is simple, reliable, easy to use,
and easy to install that could notify not only by alarm, but also through SMS, which is
one of the most widely used data application.
According to Dr. Stuart Styles of Irrigation Training Research Center (ITTRC)
(2003), ultrasonic transmit coned shaped sound waves through the air. These pulses are

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reflected by the liquid and received by the sensor. The time interval is converted to a
distance by an electronic device or microcontroller. No parts of the sensor ever touched
the liquid, a distinct advantage of this sensor type. It means that the sensor is not affected
by dirty water, floating debris, or aquatic wildlife. Another advantage of Ultrasonic
sensor is that it is not affected by high flow rates making it appropriate for rivers and
lakes. Other advantages are low maintenance, can withstand freezing temperature, and
long term reliability.
Agreeing to Tarulescu (2013), ultrasonic sensors are useful under poor lightning
conditions or when there are many transparent objects such as windows, glass as where
infrared or vision-based sensor based fail. He used Arduino microcontroller to trigger
pulses to the sensor in his experiment. He also stated that the sonar ultrasonic sensor is
used in different types of applications due to low cost and high precision compared with
other distance sensors.
Tarulescu (2013), in different study, conducted measurement experiments with the
ultrasonic sensor with different presets distance by using plane obstacles with different
widths, and obstacles with triangular and circular cross-sections. The obstacles was
placed at 20 to 200 mm over the ultrasonic sensor, and the measurements was made at
714,5 mmHg atmospheric pressure and 24 oC (297 K) temperature.
According to the test shown in the article of Ausilio (2011), the Arduino UNO is
an accurate platform for a series of lab settings. However, the accuracy could depend on
the programing style, but the Arduino proved that it is robust enough to be accurate even
with poor programing. Their test showed an impressive accuracy, 1,000 trials led to the
same exact value. Their test results indicate a fairly high degree reliability. The test

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showed that Arduino boards can be quite accurate in 1/0 tasks. In conclusion, the critical
advantage of the Arduino is mostly related to the large open-source community that has
flourished.
Rapid advances in electronic technologies have made a variety of inexpensive
sensing, monitoring, and control capabilities available. An open-source project call
Arduino where resulted in the creation of programmable microcontroller development
platform. As an open-source device, anyone could modify and program it by using simple
hardware and software. It lessen the expenses for programing microcontroller with high
reliability and expansion capability through add-on circuit boards (Fisher and Sui, 2013).
As stated by Geers (2001) mentioned by Peijiang and Xuehua, GSM (Global
System for Mobile communication) is a digital communication network which develops
rapidly in recent years. Short Message Service of GSM is the valued-added service based
on data packet switching provided by mobile communication company using GSM
networks.
The coverage of the network is improved and the expensive network building and
maintenance cost can be saved for users because the GSM network can be interconnected
and roamed all over the country, it has strong network ability, the users has no need to
organize another network (McKinion, 2004).
According to Huang et. al. (2010), GSM networks have advantages of mature
technology, wide covering area, long communication distance, and sound communication
effect and so on. The remote home security system they presented combines so many
advantages of WSN and GSM. Firstly, this system can send alarm short message to the

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users through GSM networks immediately, informing people the possible dangerous
circumstances in home wherever the users are.
Su (2000) studied to design a new water level for irrigation water measurement to
reduce the investment of water measuring equipment required for agriculture
management. It is based on Ultrasonic pules-echo technology, includes ultrasonic
transmission circuit, echo receiver circuit, data output circuit and micro control unit
(MCU) with specially designed transformer and a drive circuit based on the quality for
accepting circuit.
Conceptual Framework
Input Process Output
1.Quality of the water

level sensor in terms of:
1.1 materials
used,
1.2 cost,
1.3 physical
feature, and
1.4 special
feature
2. Test of water level
sensor in terms of:
2.1 accuracy, and
2.2 durability
3. Acceptability of water
level sensor in terms of:
3.1 functionality,
3.2 performance,
and
3.4 workmanship
Figure 1: Paradigm of the study

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Figure 1 shows the input-process-output of the study. For the input, consist of
description of Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water level Sensor with GSM module
in terms of materials used, cost, physical feature, and special feature. Testing of
Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM module in terms of
accuracy and durability. Acceptability of Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level
Sensor with GSM module in terms of functionality, performance, and workmanship.
Product Development questionnaire, interview and testing will be used for the process.
For the output is expected to have a efficient Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water
Level Sensor with GSM module.
Statement of the Problem
The study aims to develop a new variety device of alarming water level sensor
with GSM that can aware the people in the status of water level on their bridge or flood.
Specifically, the researchers aim to answer the following:
1. How would the product quality be described in terms of:
1.1 materials used,
1.2 cost,
1.3 physical features, and
1.4 special feature?
2. How would the product be tested in terms of:
2.1 accuracy and
2.2 durability?
3. What is the acceptability level of the product in terms of:
3.1 functionality,

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3.2 performance, and
3.3 workmanship?
Significance of the Study
Barangay Officials. This study will be beneficial to the Barangay officials to
make things easier in monitoring water level to know when to conduct emergency
procedures and secure the safety of the community
Community and students. This study will benefit the community as well as the
students becoming prepared during calamities such as floods; it is the fact that being
ready and aware can save one’s life. This device is a protective measure for people and
property against this adverse effect of this kind of calamity.
Future researchers. For the future researchers, the device could be further
evaluated in terms of reliability and consistency of the alarm in the future.
Scope and Delimitations
This device is capable in measuring the water level of flood, water in dams, home
use of water leveling, and sending messages using Short Message Service(SMS) to
cellular phones whose number are inputted to device, The message contains the data of
water level which monitored by the system. It is capable of sensing the level using
ultrasonic sensor where place at the top and measures the water level. The system also
has alarming buzzer which is triggered when the water level is on the critical level. The
system also has a warning LED lights. There are 4 colors of light for different level
(Green for safe, Yellow for prepare, Orange for danger, and Red for critical)
This product is used only for floods and water dam purposes. It is used to measure
the level of the flood or water dam. It can measure a several meters but this is

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programmed depending on the water level and depends where it is placed. When the
water level reached the critical level will trigger the alarm, this is the signal that you will
evacuate immediately. In water dams, if the alarm triggered the dam will release the
water all the way through the river. This is powered via 9 volt battery, USB power source,
or external power source. The product tends to use a solar panel but there are problems
when it comes to financial. The system also relies to GSM network for the information of
the water level. It submits a SMS message to the phone numbers for the information of
the water level. There will be a limitation if the message was not given because of
network error or blocked. This is not design for alternate transmission for SMS.
Definition of Terms
Drive Circuits. A semiconductor fab is a manufacturing plant in which raw
silicon wafers are turned into integrated circuits, (whatis.techtarget.com). In this study,
drive circuits are used to intact electrical components to make them solid.
GSM. Global System for Mobile communication is a digital mobile telephony
system that is widely used in Europe and other parts of the world. GSM uses a variation
of time division multiple access (TDMA) and is the most widely used of the three
digital wireless telephony technologies (TDMA, GSM, and CDMA). GSM digitizes and
compresses data, then sends it down a channel with two other streams of user data, each
in its own time slot. It operates at either the 900 MHz or 1800 MHz frequency band,
(searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). Operationally, GSM is to be used as a module 8
which sends SMS to a single or multiple mobile numbers.
LED. (Light-emitting Diode) sometimes called light-emitting
polymer or polyLED - is a technology based on the use of polymer as

the semiconductor material in LEDs. Polymers are chemical substances that consist of
large molecules that are, themselves, made from many smaller and simpler molecules:
proteins and DNA are examples of naturally occurring polymers; many others, such as
nylon, are artificially created. Because of their flexibility and strength, polymers are used
for products such as car bumpers and bullet-proof vests, (whatis.techtarget.com). In this
study, LEDs are used as an indicator of the product.
Microcontroller. It is a compact integrated circuit designed to govern a specific
operation in an embedded system, (whatis.techtarget.com). Conceptually, microcontroller
is used to drive the ultrasonic and GSM module according to the transmitted program.
Power Supply. It is an electronic device which converts one electrical input to
another electrical output that is suitable for another electronic device. It Also knows as
power brick or power adapter , (www.techmopedia.com). In this study, transformer is
used as a power source of the GSM module.
Radar. Radar is an acronym for "radio detection and ranging." A radar system
usually operates in the ultra-high-frequency (UHF) or microwave part of the radio-
frequency (RF) spectrum, and is used to detect the position and/or movement of objects.
Radar can track storm systems, because precipitation reflects electromagnetic fields at
certain frequencies. Radar can also render precise maps. Radar systems are widely used
in air-traffic control, aircraft navigation, and marine navigation,
(searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). In this study, Radar is used as an another 9
example of water level sensor.
Sensor. Sensor is a device that detects and responds to some type of input from
the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture,

pressure, or any one of a great number of other environmental phenomena. The output is
generally a signal that is converted to human-readable display at the sensor location or
transmitted electronically over a network for reading or further processing,
(www.techtarget.com). In this study, sensor is used to input a distance of the device to a
certain object.
SMS. SMS stands for Short Message Service and is also commonly referred to as
a "text message". With a SMS, you can send a message of up to 160 characters to another
device. Longer messages will automatically be split up into several parts. Most cell
phones support this type of text messaging, (searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). In
this study, SMS is used as the type of message to be sent in a certain receiver based on
the given number in the GSM module.
Ultrasonic. Ultrasonic vibrations of frequencies greater than the upper limit of the
audible range for humans—that is, greater than about 20 kilohertz. The term sonic is
applied to ultrasound waves of very high amplitudes. Hypersound, sometimes called
praetersound or microsound, is sound waves of frequencies greater than 1012 hertz. In
such high frequencies, it is very difficult for a sound wave to propagate efficiently;
indeed, above a frequency of about 1.25 × 1013 hertz. It is impossible for longitudinal
waves to propagate at all, even in a liquid or a solid, because the molecules of the
material in which the waves are traveling cannot pass the vibration along rapidly enough,
(www.britannica.com). In this study, ultrasonic is used as a device for measuring water
level.
Chapter 2
MATERIALS AND METHODS

This chapter presents the research design, research locale, respondents and
sampling technique, data gathering procedure, data analysis, and the product
development.
Research Design
The study employed a mixed method research. Based on Collins, Onwuegbuzie
and Surron (2006), it is a sequential design utilizing identical sample use to classify
mixed methods studies via two dimensional models. The study will use mixed method
because the researchers will use questionnaire and unstructured interview. The study is
qualitative research because it is a product development and quantitative because
researchers will conduct a survey.
Research Locale
This product was developed at Block 59, Lot 13, Bulaon Resettlement, City of
San Fernando, Pampanga.
Research Respondents and Sampling Technique
The study haved five (5) respondents. The respondents are one (1) Electronics
Engineer, one (1) Civil Engineer, one (1) Mechanical Engineer, one (1) Electrical Teacher
and one (1) Information and Technology teacher.
The study used purposive sampling procedure. According to Bernard (2002), the
purposive sampling technique, is the calculated answers of a participant due to the
experiences, qualities, or profession the participant possesses. It is a non-random
technique that does not need set number of participants. Simply put what the researchers
wants to know and sets out to locate people who can and are willing to provide
information by virtue of knowledge and experience. The purposive sampling technique is

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more reliable in this study because the product is more likely to understand of certain
people with experiences about electronics.
Research Instruments
To gather compatible data and information need to develop this product, the
proponent used survey questionnaire, unstructured interview, and testing of the product.
The survey questionnaire used is composed of product development and the general
acceptability of the product. The unstructured interview served as to gather suggestions or
data needed in improving the product during the development of the project.
Questionnaire
The questionnaire is the major instrument in collecting data, The questionnaire
was constructed to attain the purpose of the study.
The questionnaire includes seven (7) parts.
Part I deals on the materials in terms of: appropriate materials used in the product.
` Part II deals on the cost in terms of: the product is budget friendly to the users.
Part III deals on the physical feature in terms of: compact placement of the parts.
Part IV deals on the durability in terms of: 24/7 operation to monitor the water
level every second.
Part V deals on the functionality in terms of: the function that the product must do
to grant its purpose
Part VI deals on the performance in terms of: the speed, accuracy, and the correct 12
measurement of the water level.
Part VII deals on the workmanship in terms of: the reliability, stability, and the
long lasting life span of the product

Validation of Instrument
The questionnaire are validated by the expertise in the field of Research and
Science. The questionnaire is validated by Arnel T. Gutierrez, MAEd, Eddiebal P. Layco,
MAE and Alberto G. Gamboa, Ed. D. The questionnaire are validated and edited for its
suitability.
Administration of the Instrument
The researchers were given the permit to conduct a study from the Senior High
School Department. With the approval, the researchers personally distributed the
questionnaire to the respondents.
Data Gathering Procedure
The following were the steps in gathering the necessary data:
1. The proponents plan for the construction of “Computerized Alarming
Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM Module”
2. Construction and building of the product
2.1 Consolation to the research adviser
2.2 Purchasing and searching for necessary parts and materials
2.3 Following the steps in making the product
2.4 Initial preparation of the final product 13
3. Assessment of the product
3.1 Survey questionnaire will be given to respondents. The researchers will
conduct a sample experiment of the product to evaluate the description
and effectiveness.

3.2 Unstructured interview will be conducted to gather the respondents own
perception of the product that will contribute to the development of the
project.
Ethnical Consideration
The consent was secured by the researcher’s adviser. The entire essence of the
study was comprehensively interpreted by the proponents. Rest assured that all data will
be secured with full confidentiality.
Data Analysis
Gathered quantitative data were classified, organized, tallied and tabulated.
Frequency percentage and weighted mean is used.
The study also made use of Likert Scale with its verbal description to interpret the
weighted mean.
Table Interpretation for Weighted Mean
Data Verbal Interpretation Weighted Mean

5 Outstanding 4.21-5.00
4 Better 3.41-4.20
3 Good 2.61-3.40
2 Fair 1.81-2.60 14
1 Poor 1.00-1.80
Product Development
Phase 1: Planning Phase
The planning session was undertaken to conceptualize the Computerized
Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM Module design, the possibilities of
error, the program to be used, the availability of the materials, and the total cost of the

product. Brainstorming of ideas was conducted to predict the significance of the product.
Regular meeting was organized to make progress about the product.
Phase II: Development Phase
Parts
 Ultrasonic HC-SR04 sensor

 Float Sensor
 Arduino Uno microcontroller
 GSM Module SIM900A
 SIM Card
 LED lights
 Circuit board 15
 12v and 5v power supply
 Pin connectors
 Resistors
 Buzzer
 Plastic Casing
Materials
 Computer/Laptop
 Arduino software
 USB type A male to type B male cable
 Soldering Iron
 Solder led
 Solder paste
Procedure
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Program the arduino bySTATE UNIVERSITY
connecting it to computer and use
Connect the GSM module to arduino according
the arduino software. Use the necessary to the
script.
script. Make sure the GSM module is equipped with a
SIMFloat
Connect the Ultrasonic and card sensor to arduino which
1. Connecting
Solder the LEDs with the resistors to a circuit board and

connect it to arduino. Connect the ground of the arduino to the
2. Soldering circuit board and solder it with series of female headers. This 16
should act as common ground. Connect the buzzer to the
common ground and to arduino.
Start to power up the arduino by connecting it to a 12v

power supply. Make sure it is stable.
3. Powering
Connect the GSM module to a 5v power supply. Make sure

it is stable enough to sustain the stability of network
connection.
4. Testing and Test and observe. Check every connection if there is an

observing error. Try to look at the script to diagnose.
5. Casing Put the finish product into a plastic casing to secure

everything.

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Design Sketch

Figure 2: Sketch of the product
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Schematic Diagram

Figure 3: Schematic Diagram of the product

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Phase IV: Testing and Evaluation
The product will undergo evaluation by giving questionnaire and conducting
unstructured interview to respondents. The testing of the product was conducted during
the actual presentation in front of the respondents.
Budgetary Requirements
Arduino Uno Php 295.00
Ultrasonic HC-SR04 sensor Php 140.00
Float Sensor Php 400.00
GSM Module SIM800L Php 1,800.00
SIM card Php 40.00
Power Supply Php 400.00
Circuit board Php 20.00
Connectors x12 Php 96.00
LED 4x Php 28.00
Buzzer Php 60.00
Plastic Casing Php 190.00
Total Php 3,469.00

Chapter 3
PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA
This chapter presents the data gathered as well as their analysis and interpretation.
1.0 Description of the Water level sensor
1.1 Functionality
This product measures any kind of liquid. The water level sensor gives
alarm when the water level is increasing, sends a SMS message if the water level reached
the critical level. Four LEDs green for stable, yellow for monitor, orange for, ready for
evacuation, and red for evacuate. It has two sensors which are ultrasonic and float sensor
to measure the water level with correct information
1.2 Performance
The water level sensor is accurate in terms of measuring the distance of
the water level. Buzzer has a pattern of buzzing in different kinds of level to determine
the level. Sending text is immediate.
1.3 Workmanship
This product lessen the struggle to inform people on what actually is the
level which can save more time to react in times of emergencies.
1.4 Materials

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The materials used for this study are Arduino Uno the microcontroller,
GSM module which sends SMS messages. LED lights (Red, Orange, Yellow, and Green).
A buzzer which is triggered. The Ultrasonic sensor and Float sensor that measures the
water level. A power supply composed of transformer that is connected to a circuit which
outputs are 12v and 5v. Connecting wires which connects the Led lights, Buzzer GSM
module, Transformer Ultrasonic sensor and Float sensor to the Arduino Uno.
1.5 Process
The process starts from programming the Arduino Uno to operate the
Ultrasonic sensor, Float sensor, GSM module, buzzer, and LEDs with corresponding pin
to be used. Then connecting the parts to the microcontroller and securing the product with
a plastic casing.
Table 5
Assessment of the materials of the water level sensor
Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description
1. Appropriate Materials 4.6 Outstanding
Weighted Mean 4.6 Outstanding
Figure 4:
In table 5. Presents the findings about the description in terms of materials. In the 22
table shows that5 the materials are appropriate.
The materials of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents
that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Materials used are available locally”(R3)
“Ok” (R2)
Table 6
Assessment of the cost of the water level sensor
1.Budget Friendly 4.6 Outstanding
Figure 6:
In table 5. Presents the findings about the description in terms of cost. In
the table shows that the cost of the water level sensor is budget friendly and it is
affordable..
The cost of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents that
commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.
“Economical” (R3)
Table 7
Assessment of the physical feature of the water level sensor

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1.Compact placement of parts 4.6 Outstanding


Figure 7:
In table 7. Presents the findings about the description in terms of physical feature.
In the table shows that thephysical feature of the is good because the compact placement
of parts are accurate..
The physical feature of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are
respondents that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.
“Compact” (R3)
“Ok” (R4)
Table 8
Assessment of the durability of the water level sensor
1.24/7 operation capability 3.8 Very Good
Weighted Mean 3.8 Very Good
Figure 8:
In table 8. Presents the findings about the description in terms of durability. In the
table shows that the it can function 24/7. It shows that the can last longer and can manage 24
more time.
The durability of the water level sensor is in middle rating. There are respondents
“I woul say not durable enough but passable for a prototype”(R1
“Maganda sya” (R2)

“May last f or a long period of time if secured properly” (R3)
Table 9
Assessment of the functionality of the water level sensor
1. Gives alarm 4.8 Outstanding
2. Measures water level 5 Outstanding
3. Sends message 4.8 Outstanding
4. Fail safe 4.6 Outstanding
Figure 9:
In table 9. Presents the findings about the description in terms of functionality. In
the table shows that the buzzer it can gives alarm. It sends SMS because of the GSM
module. It measures the water level beacause of the ultrasonic sensor and float sensor.
The functionality of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents 25
“Ayos sya” (R1)
“Appropriate” (R2)
` “Very functional” (R3)
Table 10

Assessment of the performance of the water level sensor
1. Gives correct information 4.8 Outstanding
2. Has a correct measurement 4.8

of water level Outstanding
3. The speed reaction in 4.8

measuring water level Outstanding
Figure 10:
In table 10. Presents the findings about the description in terms of performance.
In the table shows that the water level sensor gives a correct information because the
measurement is updated. The measurement of water level is correct because of the

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distance of the sensor between the water is accurate. It responds immediately because of
the ultrasonic and float sensor are sensitive
The performance of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents
“Acceptable” (R2)
“High performance” (R3)
Table 11
Assessment of the workmanship of the water level sensor

1.Stable condition of the sensor 4.8 Outstanding
2. Reliable in times of emergencies 4.6 Outstanding
3. Long lasting life span 4.2 Very Good
Figure 11:
In table 11. Presents the findings about the description in terms of performance.
In the table shows that the water level sensor has a stable condition because this attached
to a specific place and has a good condition. This is reliable in emergencies because it can
help the people prepare and get ready for a upcoming disaster.
The performance of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents
“Should arrange the prototype a bit more tidy” (R2)
“Highly functional and workable” (R3)
Chapter 4
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMENDATION
This chapter presents the summary of the thesis entitled “Arduino Based Water
Level Sensor” as well as the conclusion, and recommendation based on the findings of
the study.
Summary

The following are the summary of the findings:
1. The parts used in the product are: Arduino Uno, SIM 800L GSM module,
Ultrasonic HC-SR04, Float sensor, Buzzer, 4 LEDs (Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red),
Transformer with a circuit which outputs are 12v and 5v, and a plastic casing.
2. Materials used to interconnect the parts is a Computer, Arduino software, USB
type A male to type B male cable, Soldering iron, Solder lead, Solder paste.
3. Process is to program first the Arduino Uno to operate the sensors, buzzer, and
LEDs. Connect the parts to Arduino with the corresponding programmed pins. Power the
product by connecting the Arduino to 12v and GSM to 5v with the power supply that is
composed of transformer connected to a circuit which the outputs are 12v and 5v. Finally,
secure the whole product with a plastic casing.
4. The functionality has a weighted mean of 4.8 which was interpreted as
outstanding in verbal description.
5. The performance weighted mean is also 4.8 which was interpreted as
outstanding in verbal description. One respondent stated that it is acceptable and the other
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one stated the product is high performance.
6. The workmanship has weighted mean of 4.53 which was interpreted as
outstanding. One respondent stated that it is highly functional and workable.
7. Cost has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as outstanding. One
respondent stated the it is economical.
8. The materials has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as outstanding.

9. The physical feature has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as
outstanding.
10. The durability has a weighted mean of 3.8 which was interpreted as very
good. One respondent stated that it was not durable enough but passable for a prototype.
Conclusion
The following are the conclusion of the study:
1. The materials and their cost are appropriate and affordable for the product to
function properly.
2. The functionality is working with high performance capability to sense
accurately and notify at the right time.
3. The physical feature of the product is good in terms of compact placement of
parts.
4. The durability is good enough for a prototype to sustain the 24/7 operation
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capability.
5. The effectiveness in terms of workmanship is very effective because it could
lessen the work of officials on alarming the community as it was rated as outstanding in
terms of reliability of the product.
6. Overall, the product is outstanding, affordable, and durable enough in
performing its task as water level sensor that could notify not only by means of hearing

and sight, also by means of SMS to notify someone that will monitor, guide, and save the
community.
Recommendation:
The following are the recommendations for the further researchers to improve the
product:
1. Power source: make the product independent to a power source that even if
without it, the sensor will still work fine.
2. Casing: the casing must be water resistant to protect the vital parts from being
flooded which will cause a short circuit.
3. Sensor: the sensors are the crucial parts of the product, as much as possible,
more sensors must be used to enlarge the margin of failure.
4. Microcontroller: to improve the speed is to improve the processor which is the
microcontroller and further researchers can use the latest model of Arduino for faster,
flexible microcontroller.
5. LCD screen: computer/laptop is not needed for actual numeric measurement of

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the sensors if this part is added.
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Appendix A
PERMIT TO CONDUCT STUDY

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Appendix B
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

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Appendix C
LETTER TO VALIDATORS

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Appendix D
VALIDATOR’s CERTIFICATE

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Appendix E
LETTER TO STATISTICIAN

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Appendix F
QUESTIONNAIRE

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Appendix G
UNSTRUCTURED INTERVIEW

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Activity
GANTT CHART
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Planning
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2 MATERIALS AND METHODS

3 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

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1 The paradigm of the study 4

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THE PROBLEM AND REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

According to swan-tool.com, ultrasonic sensors are the most common non-contact

means Arduino can be programmed easily to operate the Ultrasonic sensor.

one of the most widely used data application.

According to Dr. Stuart Styles of Irrigation Training Research Center (ITTRC)

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distance by an electronic device or microcontroller. No parts of the sensor ever touched

by dirty water, floating debris, or aquatic wildlife. Another advantage of Ultrasonic

long term reliability.

infrared or vision-based sensor based fail. He used Arduino microcontroller to trigger

other distance sensors.

Tarulescu (2013), in different study, conducted measurement experiments with the

714,5 mmHg atmospheric pressure and 24 oC (297 K) temperature.

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Rapid advances in electronic technologies have made a variety of inexpensive

sensing, monitoring, and control capabilities available. An open-source project call

Arduino where resulted in the creation of programmable microcontroller development

As stated by Geers (2001) mentioned by Peijiang and Xuehua, GSM (Global

System for Mobile communication) is a digital communication network which develops

on data packet switching provided by mobile communication company using GSM

organize another network (McKinion, 2004).

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circumstances in home wherever the users are.

reduce the investment of water measuring equipment required for agriculture

management. It is based on Ultrasonic pules-echo technology, includes ultrasonic

Input Process Output

1.Quality of the water

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Figure 1: Paradigm of the study

accuracy and durability. Acceptability of Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level

Sensor with GSM module in terms of functionality, performance, and workmanship.

Level Sensor with GSM module.

Statement of the Problem

Specifically, the researchers aim to answer the following:

1. How would the product quality be described in terms of:

1.1 materials used,

1.3 physical features, and

1.4 special feature?

2. How would the product be tested in terms of:

2.1 accuracy and

3. What is the acceptability level of the product in terms of:

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3.2 performance, and

Significance of the Study

Barangay Officials. This study will be beneficial to the Barangay officials to

procedures and secure the safety of the community

property against this adverse effect of this kind of calamity.

evaluated in terms of reliability and consistency of the alarm in the future.

Scope and Delimitations