Tetra-parameter Fish Feeding Machine

Abstract

This study developed an automated machine that automatically controls the feeding routine of fish by checking four parameters that will serve as a prerequisite before dispensing the required amount of commercial feeds. The parameters to be checked are time, precipitation, the water temperature of the pond, and behavior of the fishes. The machine is also capable of notifying the owner or caretaker via text message if fishes have been fed successfully or not and if the level of the feeds is low. The machine utilizes sensors, namely a raindrop sensor, temperature sensor, and water flow sensor in which data are gathered through the aid of a microcontroller. After undergoing several trials, it was revealed that the fish feeding machine was able to implement the capabilities of the manual process of feeding done by a fish farmer. It also dispensed the required weight of feeds on time after satisfying the parameters. The machine was also reliable in terms of sending notifications to the owner through text message since results convey that they were received within 10 seconds if the signal is fine.