Implementation and studies of solar powered smart irrigation system

Project Title

Implementation and studies of solar powered smart irrigation system

Project Area of Specialization Electrical/Electronic EngineeringProject Summary

The importance of this Project, involving a complete photovoltaic water
pumping system, falls within the potential application for sustainable agriculture. ,
including the agri-food sector, to reduce fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas
emissions. Through a reduction in energy and water consumption, a suitable 
irrigation system would allow farmers in rural and developing areas to contribute toward
better and efficient Agriculture Sector, while decreasing their long-term energy
costs, thus balancing economic development and environmental sustainability. Off-grid
solar powered irrigation systems would be ideal for those in rural areas where electrical
power is not weIl developed and the cost is prohibitive. It may also be implemented in
areas with a limited water supply. Consequently, this technology could be important for
Local farmers and could also be promoted and transferred to other province.

The overall objective of this research will be to determine the feasibility of using photovoltaic (PV) modules to power a water pump for a small-scale drip irrigation system in Karachi. This addresses water scarcity and food crisis by designing and implementing a smart irrigation system. It presents the details of a solar-powered automated irrigation system that dispenses the exact amount of water required depending on the soil moisture, hence minimizing the waste of water. A network of sensor nodes is used to collect the humidity and temperature of the soil. The system can be tailored to the type of food or crop being grown. The automated drip irrigation system will help reduce the problems associated with water waste in farming, avoid evaporation, and as a result increase food crop production. Field observations will involve a summer and winter installation of PV modules, directly connected to a surface water pump. Different parameters will be monitored. These observed parameters will be used to determine PV electrical output and volume of water pumped.

Project Objectives

The aim of the project is to design a water pumping system for irrigation that uses solar energy for its Operation. 

Design a pumping system that minimizes human interventions.

To design a water supply system that makes irrigation more efficient

Based on sensors, to develop solar powered irrigation system to avoid over and under irrigation, wastage of water and time by farmers, to get rid of electric power shortage and ensuring proper and optimal water to rice crop

.Demonstrate and evaluate the use of solar energy for powering small-scale pumping systems be used for irrigation on typical small land holdings in developing countries, with a view to recommend how the technology should develop.

Project Implementation Method

Our Project implementation comprises of different steps:

SITE SELECTION:

First we have to selected the site on which our project is to implemented then we have measured the size of the site on which we have set up our project.

PUMP SIZING :

We have to select the size  of the pump accordingly with size of site we are working on.

SOLAR SIZING

After the selection of the pump we have to select the size of the of the solar we will implementing in our system:

BALANCE OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS:

Balance of the system components include batteries and charge controllers which will be selected according to the solar panel rating.

TESTING:

Our project till now will be tested according to the parameter that are observed on software stimulation.

AUTOMATION OF THE SYSTEM:

Automation of the system include using the sensor and the  microprocessor which will enable our system to be smart and effcient towards the compustion of water and energy resources.

Benefits of the Project

Following are the beneficiaries of the project:

1. Zero operational cost and minimal maintenance cost.
2. Environment-friendly mechanism; no noise pollution and zero emissions of carbon dioxide.
3. High reliability and maximum durability.
4. Irrigation is made possible even on difficult terrains where conventional system of irrigation is not accessible.
5. Human error is decreased in this suggested sensor based system comparatively to drip and sprinkler irrigation system.
6. This system Provides water to crop according to its need avoiding under and over irrigation, by this water is being utilized effectively while manually operated irrigation systems are causing flooding and dryness in field.

Technical Details of Final Deliverable

Designing of pumping system that minimizes human interventions.

Designing a water supply system that makes irrigation more efficient

Based on sensors, developing solar powered irrigation system to avoid over and under irrigation, wastage of water and time by farmers, to get rid of electric power shortage and ensuring proper and optimal water to rice crop

Demonstrating and evaluating the use of solar energy for powering small-scale pumping systems be used for irrigation on typical small land holdings in developing countries, with a view to recommend how the technology should develop.

Final Deliverable of the Project HW/SW integrated systemCore Industry Energy Other Industries IT , Agriculture Core Technology OthersOther TechnologiesSustainable Development Goals Good Health and Well-Being for People, Affordable and Clean Energy, Responsible Consumption and ProductionRequired Resources

Item Name	Type	No. of Units	Per Unit Cost (in Rs)	Total (in Rs)
			Total in (Rs)	79000
Solar Panel	Equipment	2	14000	28000
Charge Controller	Equipment	1	5000	5000
Pump	Equipment	2	6000	12000
Sprinker	Equipment	1	3000	3000
Aurduino	Equipment	1	2000	2000
Moisture Sensor	Equipment	4	3000	12000
Humidty & Temperature Sensor	Equipment	2	1000	2000
Voltage and Current Sensor	Equipment	2	1000	2000
Pyranometer	Equipment	1	3500	3500
Pipe	Miscellaneous	1	3000	3000
Tank	Miscellaneous	1	5000	5000
Wires	Miscellaneous	1	1500	1500