Microcontroller-based Sonar Ultrasonic Water Level Control System with Closed-loop Control Approach

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Swabi, Topi 23460, Pakistan

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Abstract

This study proposes a microcontroller-based closed-loop water level control system that utilizes a sonar ultrasonic sensor to monitor and regulate water levels in a tank. The system operates by continuously checking the water level in the tank and adjusting the valve’s opening and closure times to maintain the desired water level. The closed-loop control approach employed by the system offers a precise water level control solution that can significantly reduce water waste in water pumping systems. The paper also assesses the theoretical and experimental response of an open-loop water level control system. The findings demonstrate that the closed-loop system outperforms the open-loop system, indicating the effectiveness of the proposed approach in maintaining water levels in a tank. The proposed system is not only applicable to water pumping systems but can also be used to manage the flow of hot and cold water from home water heaters. Additionally, the system can be utilized in various industries that require level or flow control, with particular emphasis on the production of distilled water, juice, and milk.