IoT based wastewater spillage detection system

Abstract

Abstract Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated devices including computers, processors, machines, or objects capable of transferring data over a network with no object-object, object-system interactions. In India, one of the most influential problems observed is the overflowing drains in the sewage system which becomes more problematic during the monsoon seasons when the authorities are unaware of the overflowing drains. It becomes unhygienic for the nearby residents and also causes water-logging which leads to breeding of pests. Our solution to this problem is an IoT system which instantly notifies the municipal authorities about the overflowing drains via email or notification at the city control center, also the citizens will get updates via social media or a mobile application. This system mainly comprises a low-powered IoT based portable device to be attached below the manhole cover. It leverages the LoRa technology to transmit the sensor data. Also, the frame of the manhole will be using solar power to charge the device. The proposed system makes the management and monitoring of the underground drainage system easier and hence saves the lives of hundreds of manual scavengers who die each year while cleaning the drainage systems.