Project Title:
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
Project Category:
Robotics and Intelligent Machines – Individual
Researcher:
Precious Fe Aurea S. Quiatchon
Grade Level:
10
Project Adviser:
Engr. Meehan V. Mapalad
Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya
Ma’am Maybell Gonzalez
Sir Kevin Cantos
Sir Kenneth Errol Pajotal
Name of School:
John Paul College
School Address:
Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines
Contents:
I. Research Plan
II. Research Logbook
And ISEF Forms
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Checklist for Adult Sponsor Form (1)
Student Checklist Forms (1A)
Research Plan/Project Summary Instructions
Approval Form (1B)
Qualified Scientist Form (2)
Risk Assessment Form (3)
Official Abstract and Certification Form
III. Research Paper
IV. Abstract
RESEARCH PLAN
Project Title:
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification
Project Category:
Robotics and Intelligent Machines – Individual
Researcher:
Precious Fe Aurea S. Quiatchon
Grade Level:
10
Project Adviser:
Engr. Meehan V. Mapalad
Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya
Ma’am Maybell Gonzalez
Sir Kevin Cantos
Sir Kenneth Errol Pajotal
Name of School:
John Paul College
School Address:
Odiong,
Roxas,
Oriental
Mindoro,
MIMAROPA
Region, Philippines
A. Rationale
Floods, which are caused mainly by long-term rainy weather, pose a serious danger
to both humans and their property. Although meteorologists have the ability to forecast
such events with a reasonably high degree of precision nowadays, they still cannot reliably
forecast intensive local rainfall. According to Al Jazeera (2018) more than 22,000 people
were displaced by the bad weather. Each year, the Philippines is struck by an average of
20 cyclones causing floods, landslides and other accidents. One of the strongest in recent
memory, Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda), hit the country in November 2013, killing more than
6,300 people and displacing more four million others. Regarding the vagaries of the
weather, the only efficient and sufficiently flexible method of early warning against flash
floods and prevention of damaging consequences is a warning system based on electronic
sirens.
Recent flood events have shown the impact that flooding can have on people and
property. Flood warning and forecasting systems can help to reduce the effects of flooding
by allowing people to be evacuated from areas at risk, and to move vehicles and personal
possessions to safety. With sufficient warning, temporary defenses can also be installed,
and river and tidal control structures operated to mitigate the effects of flooding. Many
countries and local authorities now operate some form of flood warning system, and
underlying technology requires knowledge across a range of technical areas, including
rainfall and tidal detection systems, river and coastal flood forecasting models, flood
warning dissemination systems, and emergency responses procedures.
Flood early warning systems is a “people centered” system and empowers individuals
and communities threatened by hazards to act on sufficient time and in an appropriate
manner to reduce the possibility of personal injury, loss of life, damage to property,
environment and loss of livelihood. These things lead to the development of the device
necessary for the protection of the community against flood hazards as it allows people to
get prepared with sufficient time.
B. Engineering Goals
The goal of this project is to provide a Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with
SMS Notification to give early warnings to those people who are near in the seashore and
flood prone areas.
C. Expected Outcomes
It is expected that this device will help those people who live near in the coastal
areas and low-lying areas.
D. Objectives of the Study
The study seek to develop Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification for saving lives and properties.
Specifically, the study aims to answer the following questions:
1. What are the material needed in the development of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
2. What are the steps and stages needed in the development of the project?
3. How do the users assess the project base on the following criteria:
3.1 Functionality,
3.2 Reliability,
3.3 Usability,
3.4 Efficiency, and
3.5 Maintainability?
E. Materials and Equipment
In designing the project, Arduino Microcontroller will be used to control the
functions/behaviors of programmable devices such as Global System for Mobile
Communications (GSM) and humidity sensor. These materials will be connected to the
Arduino Microcontroller by using jumper wires and will be programmed in Arduino
Integrated Development Environment (IDE) software and USB Connector. Water level
sensor will be used to detect the water level and humidity sensor to detect atmospheric
moisture. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) will be used to display the water level so that the
operator can monitor the level of the water. Buzzer will serves as the speaker and will be
used alarm. Android phone will be used to receive early warnings. When the water level
sensor detected the water in a certain level it will alarm and send text messages through
GSM. Moreover the voltage that the Arduino UNO exerts is 12 volts and it is advised to
use resistors to divide the voltages for Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and Global System
for Mobile Communications (GSM) in order for the project to work properly. Other
materials such as Potentiometer, Water Container, Water, LEDS, Breadboard, Power bank,
Laptop, Globe Prepaid LTE SIM will be also used.
F. General Procedures
Data Gathering and Analysis
This will be the first procedure in the development of the Humidity and
Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Gathering information from other related
studies, video tutorials online and surfing to the Internet will be a vital role to sustain the
information needed in making the project. First, the researcher will gathered information
on the materials and the software to be used. Then, related studies will be researched to
determine the possible methods to be done and design of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
Design and Construction
This stage will be the most difficult because it will be the application of the
data gathered. First, the researcher chooses what will be the design or physical appearance
of the Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Using the Google
Sketch Up, the design will be made. The researcher will build or drew the circuit of the
project in Proteus 8 Professional Software. At the same time, the researcher will made the
program in Arduino IDE. Using Proteus 8 Professional Software professional and Arduino
IDE Software, the circuit will be simulated and tested. If there will be errors in the program,
the circuit in the Proteus will not work also. All the electronic connections for Proteus 8
Professional will be placed to breadboard to simulate and test the Flood Monitoring Device
with SMS Notification.
Hardware Installation Stage
In this stage, the researcher will install all the components and materials to
become Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. First, the
researcher will install the wiring connections of the project on the micro kit. Then, the
researcher will put the LCD in front of the project to easily distinguish by the users. Global
System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and Arduino microcontroller and some
electronic components will be located inside the micro kit to prevent exposure and damage.
Project Testing and Troubleshooting
The researcher will test the project using individual testing of materials
used. Observation of the behavior of the Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification will be very significant to determine if it’s functioning properly.
G. Research Design
The device will be designed through the use of Google Sketch Up. The researcher
will create a positive output by means of it.
H. Potential Risk and Safety
Since the project will operates using 12 volts through Arduino, there is a low
probability or no tendency for any electrical shock for short circuit. The battery that will
be used in this project is a high quality battery. The project will be powered by a
rechargeable battery that can be charge by the use of solar panel.
I. Statistical Tool
The Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification will be
evaluated using the criteria; functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency and
maintainability. The system will be evaluated using the Likert’s rating scale. Thirty users
will serve as the evaluators of the systems. The mean will be used to describe the data.
Scaling for Functionality, Reliability, Usability, Efficiency and Maintainability
Weight
Description
5
Excellent
4
Very Good
3
Good
2
Fair
1
Poor
J. Electronic References
Sunkpho,
J.
(2011).
“Real-time
flood
monitoring
and
warning
system”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/263922229_Realtime_flood_monitoring_and_
warning_system (Accessed July 30, 2018)
Jazeera, A.I. (2018). “Death toll in Philippines floods, landslides rises to 68”
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2018/12/death-toll-philippines-floods-landslides-rises61-181231032734450.html
Tiwari,
N.
(2017).
“Design
of
Early
Flood
Warning
System”
http://www.theijes.com/papers/vol6-issue4/Version-2/F0604024045.pdf)
Labo,
J.J
(2016).
“Development
of
Flood
Warning
System”
https://www.ijera.com/papers/Vol6_issue1/Part%20-%206/H61065764.pdf
Parker, D.J. (2017). “Flood Warning Systems and Their Performance”
http://oxfordre.com/naturalhazardscience/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780199389407.001.00
01/acrefore-9780199389407-e-84
Rishabh,
L.
(2017).
“Water
Level
Indicator
with
SMS”
https://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Level-Indicator-With-SMS
Ayob, J. (2011).
“Tank Water Level Monitoring System using GSM Network”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/211675961_Tank_Water_Level_Monitoring_S
ystem_using_GSM_Network
Felan, C.G (2015). “A Real Time Urban Flood Monitoring System For Metro Manila”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/304289078_A_real_time_urban_flood_monitor
ing_system_for_metro_Manila
Saddam, A. (2015)“Automatic Water Level Indicator and Controller using Arduino”
https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/water-level-indicator-project-usingarduino
.
RESEARCH LOGBOOK
Intel-ISEF Forms
RESEARCH PLAN
Project Title:
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification
Project Category:
Robotics and Intelligent Machines – Individual
Researcher:
Precious Fe Aurea S. Quiatchon
Grade Level:
10
Project Adviser:
Engr. Meehan V. Mapalad
Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya
Ma’am Maybell Gonzalez
Sir Kevin Cantos
Sir Kenneth Errol Pajotal
Name of School:
John Paul College
School Address:
Odiong,
Roxas,
Oriental
Mindoro,
MIMAROPA
Region, Philippines
B. Rationale
Floods, which are caused mainly by long-term rainy weather, pose a serious danger
to both humans and their property. Although meteorologists have the ability to forecast
such events with a reasonably high degree of precision nowadays, they still cannot reliably
forecast intensive local rainfall. According to Al Jazeera (2018) more than 22,000 people
were displaced by the bad weather. Each year, the Philippines is struck by an average of
20 cyclones causing floods, landslides and other accidents. One of the strongest in recent
memory, Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda), hit the country in November 2013, killing more than
6,300 people and displacing more four million others. Regarding the vagaries of the
weather, the only efficient and sufficiently flexible method of early warning against flash
floods and prevention of damaging consequences is a warning system based on electronic
sirens.
Recent flood events have shown the impact that flooding can have on people and
property. Flood warning and forecasting systems can help to reduce the effects of flooding
by allowing people to be evacuated from areas at risk, and to move vehicles and personal
possessions to safety. With sufficient warning, temporary defenses can also be installed,
and river and tidal control structures operated to mitigate the effects of flooding. Many
countries and local authorities now operate some form of flood warning system, and
underlying technology requires knowledge across a range of technical areas, including
rainfall and tidal detection systems, river and coastal flood forecasting models, flood
warning dissemination systems, and emergency responses procedures.
Flood early warning systems is a “people centered” system and empowers individuals
and communities threatened by hazards to act on sufficient time and in an appropriate
manner to reduce the possibility of personal injury, loss of life, damage to property,
environment and loss of livelihood. These things lead to the development of the device
necessary for the protection of the community against flood hazards as it allows people to
get prepared with sufficient time.
B. Engineering Goals
The goal of this project is to provide a Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with
SMS Notification to give early warnings to those people who are near in the seashore and
flood prone areas.
C. Expected Outcomes
It is expected that this device will help those people who live near in the coastal
areas and low-lying areas.
D. Objectives of the Study
The study seek to develop Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification for saving lives and properties.
Specifically, the study aims to answer the following questions:
4. What are the material needed in the development of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
5. What are the steps and stages needed in the development of the project?
6. How do the users assess the project base on the following criteria:
6.1 Functionality,
6.2 Reliability,
6.3 Usability,
6.4 Efficiency, and
6.5 Maintainability?
E. Materials and Equipment
In designing the project, Arduino Microcontroller will be used to control the
functions/behaviors of programmable devices such as Global System for Mobile
Communications (GSM) and humidity sensor. These materials will be connected to the
Arduino Microcontroller by using jumper wires and will be programmed in Arduino
Integrated Development Environment (IDE) software and USB Connector. Water level
sensor will be used to detect the water level and humidity sensor to detect atmospheric
moisture. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) will be used to display the water level so that the
operator can monitor the level of the water. Buzzer will serves as the speaker and will be
used alarm. Android phone will be used to receive early warnings. When the water level
sensor detected the water in a certain level it will alarm and send text messages through
GSM. Moreover the voltage that the Arduino UNO exerts is 12 volts and it is advised to
use resistors to divide the voltages for Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and Global System
for Mobile Communications (GSM) in order for the project to work properly. Other
materials such as Potentiometer, Water Container, Water, LEDS, Breadboard, Power bank,
Laptop, Globe Prepaid LTE SIM will be also used.
F. General Procedures
Data Gathering and Analysis
This will be the first procedure in the development of the Humidity and
Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Gathering information from other related
studies, video tutorials online and surfing to the Internet will be a vital role to sustain the
information needed in making the project. First, the researcher will gathered information
on the materials and the software to be used. Then, related studies will be researched to
determine the possible methods to be done and design of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
Design and Construction
This stage will be the most difficult because it will be the application of the
data gathered. First, the researcher chooses what will be the design or physical appearance
of the Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Using the Google
Sketch Up, the design will be made. The researcher will build or drew the circuit of the
project in Proteus 8 Professional Software. At the same time, the researcher will made the
program in Arduino IDE. Using Proteus 8 Professional Software professional and Arduino
IDE Software, the circuit will be simulated and tested. If there will be errors in the program,
the circuit in the Proteus will not work also. All the electronic connections for Proteus 8
Professional will be placed to breadboard to simulate and test the Flood Monitoring Device
with SMS Notification.
Hardware Installation Stage
In this stage, the researcher will install all the components and materials to
become Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. First, the
researcher will install the wiring connections of the project on the micro kit. Then, the
researcher will put the LCD in front of the project to easily distinguish by the users. Global
System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and Arduino microcontroller and some
electronic components will be located inside the micro kit to prevent exposure and damage.
Project Testing and Troubleshooting
The researcher will test the project using individual testing of materials
used. Observation of the behavior of the Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification will be very significant to determine if it’s functioning properly.
G. Research Design
The device will be designed through the use of Google Sketch Up. The researcher
will create a positive output by means of it.
H. Potential Risk and Safety
Since the project will operates using 12 volts through Arduino, there is a low
probability or no tendency for any electrical shock for short circuit. The battery that will
be used in this project is a high quality battery. The project will be powered by a
rechargeable battery that can be charge by the use of solar panel.
I. Statistical Tool
The Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification will be
evaluated using the criteria; functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency and
maintainability. The system will be evaluated using the Likert’s rating scale. Thirty users
will serve as the evaluators of the systems. The mean will be used to describe the data.
Scaling for Functionality, Reliability, Usability, Efficiency and Maintainability
Weight
Description
5
Excellent
4
Very Good
3
Good
2
Fair
1
Poor
J. Electronic References
Sunkpho,
J.
(2011).
“Real-time
flood
monitoring
and
warning
system”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/263922229_Realtime_flood_monitoring_and_
warning_system (Accessed July 30, 2018)
Jazeera, A.I. (2018). “Death toll in Philippines floods, landslides rises to 68”
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2018/12/death-toll-philippines-floods-landslides-rises61-181231032734450.html
Tiwari,
N.
(2017).
“Design
of
Early
Flood
Warning
System”
http://www.theijes.com/papers/vol6-issue4/Version-2/F0604024045.pdf)
Labo,
J.J
(2016).
“Development
of
Flood
Warning
System”
https://www.ijera.com/papers/Vol6_issue1/Part%20-%206/H61065764.pdf
Parker, D.J. (2017). “Flood Warning Systems and Their Performance”
http://oxfordre.com/naturalhazardscience/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780199389407.001.00
01/acrefore-9780199389407-e-84
Rishabh,
L.
(2017).
“Water
Level
Indicator
with
SMS”
https://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Level-Indicator-With-SMS
Ayob, J. (2011).
“Tank Water Level Monitoring System using GSM Network”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/211675961_Tank_Water_Level_Monitoring_S
ystem_using_GSM_Network
Felan, C.G (2015). “A Real Time Urban Flood Monitoring System For Metro Manila”
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/304289078_A_real_time_urban_flood_monitor
ing_system_for_metro_Manila
Saddam, A. (2015)“Automatic Water Level Indicator and Controller using Arduino”
https://circuitdigest.com/microcontroller-projects/water-level-indicator-project-usingarduino
RESEARCH PAPER
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
An Investigatory Project
Presented by:
Precious Fe Aurea S. Quiatchon
(Researcher)
Engr. Meehan V. Mapalad
Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya
Ma’am Maybell Gonzalez
Sir Kevin Cantos
Sir Kenneth Errol Pajotal
(Research Advisers)
John Paul College
MG Andaya Compound
Odiong, Roxas Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippin
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Content
Page
Table of Contents
Abstract
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Methodology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Results and Discussion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Conclusion and Recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Bibliography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Appendices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ABSTRACT
This current study was conducted to create “Humidity and Flood Monitoring
Device with SMS Notification” especially designed for places near the river and suffering
from floods.
The project used hardware and components such as Arduino Uno Microcontroller,
GSM Module, Buzzer, Humidity Sensor, Battery, LCD, LED and Jumper Wires. Arduino
Integrated Development Environment (IDE), Google Sketch up, and Fritzing were the
software used.
The project was design to lessen the damage and casualties done by the floods. It
has a water sensor that allows the project to detect the water level of a river and has GSM
module to notify the people via SMS in case that there is a sudden rising of water. Humidity
sensor was an additional features that notify the residents the current atmospheric moisture.
The project had undergone testing such as LCD test and Buzzer Test. The project’s
functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency and maintainability were tested, evaluated
and was concludes to be efficient.
Keywords: LCD, GSM module, Humidity Sensor, Buzzer, Arduino Uno Microcontroller,
Fritzing, Arduino Integrated Development IDE
INTRODUCTION
Flood can ruin everything but there’s your brain that can prevent anything. We must
build dikes of courage to hold back the flood of fears.
Flood is a natural disaster around the world. This is happening every year during rainy
season. A flood is caused by heavy rainfall causing river and lake to overflow their banks.
The study location, Dalahican, Roxas, Oriental Mindoro has various parts that are
experiencing heavy rain due to two weather disturbance cause flash floods. However, in
heavy rain, this area may flood fast as the water level of river increase rapidly. The point
of monitoring is focused on one of the several areas which are flooded during rainy season
and receive late warning.
Flood have large consequences for individuals and communities. Dissemination of
information to the people and right communication system is required to save lives and
properties. The importance of having effective flood warning system is accepted as one
component to manage disaster risks.
The goal of this project is to lessen the damages caused in our country for the past
years due to flood. This year 2019 also forecasted as possibilities of flood in places
throughout the country. This encourages the researcher to develop preliminary solutions
for an early warning system to alert them before the flood.
This project was developed to assist in easy warning of flood though water level
detection. By using Arduino UNO microcontroller, the model consists of water sensor to
determine the distance of water level. It is also used with humidity sensor, this model able
to measure the atmospheric moisture. The data was processed and transferred to user. The
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data received in form of Global System for Mobile communication (GMS) was used to
establish communication to a computer and mobile phones. Connected with GSM to
monitor the water level in the area. When the water rise to its critical level, the liquid crystal
display will detect the water level, when it was high it will alarm and by the used of GSM
it will send SMS to the residents. GSM was an architecture used for mobile communication
in most of the countries. A humidity sensor was used to notify the residents through SMS
about the atmospheric moisture, whether it is too hot or a heavy rain will fall. The purpose
of this project was to give warnings as the flood rises and could be used to save life’s and
properties.
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METHODOLOGY
Materials and Equipment
In designing the project, Arduino Microcontroller was used to control the
functions/behaviors of programmable devices such as Global System for Mobile
Communications (GSM), water sensor and humidity sensor. These materials was
connected to the Arduino Microcontroller with the used of jumper wires and programmed
in Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) software and USB Connector.
Water sensor was used to detect the water level and the humidity sensor to detect
atmospheric moisture. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) was used to display the water level
so that the operator can monitor the level of the water. Buzzer served as the speaker and
was used as an alarm. Android phone was used to receive early warnings. When the water
level sensor detected the water in a certain level, it will alarm and send text messages
through GSM.
Data Gathering
This was the first procedure in the development of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Gathering information from other related
studies video tutorials online and surfing to the Internet were a vital role to sustain the
information needed in making the project. First, the researcher was gathered information
on the materials and the software to be used. Then, related studies was researched to
determine the possible methods to be done and design of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification.
3
Design and Construction Stage
The researcher created the physical appearance of the Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. Using the Google Sketch Up, the design was
made. Then, the researcher build or drew the circuit of the project in Proteus 8 Professional
Software. At the same time, the researcher made the program in Arduino IDE. Using
Proteus 8 Professional Software professional, Fritzing and Arduino IDE Software, the
circuit can be simulated and tested. Having a hard time in debugging to the program or
code was done to work the circuitry properly. After the program was made, breadboard
layout was done. All the electronic connections for Proteus 8 Professional were placed to
breadboard to simulate and test the Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification.
Figure 1. Physical design of Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification
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Figure 2. The image above shows the electrical and wiring assembly of electronic
materials.
Figure 3. The image above shows the LCD program of the project designed on the
Arduino IDE
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Figure 4. The image above shows the mechanism diagram of the project
Hardware Installation Stage
In this stage, the researcher installed all the components and materials to become
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification. First, the researcher
installed the wiring connections of the project on the micro kit. The electronic materials
must be based in their uses. Then, the researcher put the LCD in front of the project to
easily distinguish by the users. Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and
Arduino microcontroller and some electronic components were located inside the micro kit
to prevent exposure and damage.
6
Project Testing and Troubleshooting
The researcher tested the project using individual testing of materials. Observation of
the behavior of the Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification were
very significant to determine if it’s functioning properly.
Figure 5. The image above shows the testing of components of Humidity and Flood
Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
Battery Test
The battery was tested by using a volt-ohm meter to check the voltage. Polarity was
checked to avoid of being discharge.
LCD Test
The following steps below was done to test the accuracy of the LCD in terms of
displaying the moisture content of the soil.
1.
The connection of the pins of 2x16 LCD were checked.
2.
Observed the value displayed by the LCD.
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3.
The results were observed and recorded.
GSM Module Test
The GSM module was tested by checking if the messages was sent and received
Humidity Sensor Test
The humidity sensor was tested by giving an appropriate supply. It measured the
atmospheric moisture through analog signals.
Water Sensor Test
The following steps below was done to test the accuracy of the water sensor
1.
The connections of the pins of Water Sensor was checked.
2.
½ of the Water Sensor will be buried/inject at the water. The results were observed
and written.
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RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
This chapter presented the results and discussion of the system. The data gathered and
statistically treated were examine according on the relation on the research and were
presented in tabular form to be able to give explanation on the gathered data.
1. Software consideration in the development of Humidity and Flood Monitoring
Device with SMS Notification
In the development of Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification, it utilized the following hardware and software requirement:
a. Fritzing. An open-source initiative to develop amateur or hobby CAD software for
the design of electronics hardware, to support designers and artists ready to move
from experimenting with a prototype to building a more permanent circuit. The
developer used this software for creating and drawing wiring diagrams.
b. Arduino IDE. A cross-platform application that is written in the programming
language Java. The researchers used it to write and upload programs to Arduino
compatible boards.
c. Arduino Microcontroller. It was used by the developer to control ever
components.
d. GSM module. It was used by the developer to send and receive SMS.
e. Water Level Sensor. It was used by the developer to monitor the level of the water,
f. Humidity Sensor. It was used by the developer to check the temperature of the
surroundings.
g. Buzzer. It was used by the researcher to serve as an alarm of the project.
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h. LCD. It was used by the researcher as the visual display of the project
2. Stages in the development of Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS
Notification.
The proponent used different stages in developing the Humidity and Flood Monitoring
Device with SMS Notification. The researcher underwent the following phases through
data gathering, design and construction stage, hardware installation, project testing and
troubleshooting.
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Block Diagram
In the development of Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification, Arduino
Uno microcontroller was used to control the functions of every components such as LCD
and LEDs. These materials were connected to the Arduino Microcontroller by the used of
jumper wires and programmed in the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
software. Data were displayed on the LCD for visual display and buzzer was served as an
alarm.
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3. Results of Test and Evaluation
3.1 Result in Buzzer Test
Attempts
Produced Sound
Condition
1
Full - bodied
High Performance
2
Full - bodied
High Performance
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Full - bodied
High Performance
The table shows the result of the functionality of the Buzzer Test in terms of
produced sound after connecting it to the specified pin of Arduino. The researcher made 3
attempts in testing the components and all of those test produced a loud and deep sound.
In testing the components, connect 5v, ground and digital pin of the buzzer to the
Arduino pins. Compile and upload the code and wait for the sound output.
https://forum.allaboutcircuits.com
3.2 Result in LCD Test
Attempts
Value/Content Displayed
1
Accurate
2
Accurate
3
Accurate
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The table shows the result of the accuracy of the LCD in terms of displaying the
content/value. The researcher used a 16x2 LCD which composed of 32 pixels. In this
experiment, the researcher made 3 attempts and got the accurate display/value without a
missing or blurred pixel.
In testing the LCD, connect the ground, power, RX and TX to the Arduino pins.
LCD brightness and contrast was checked by adjusting the potentiometer at the back of the
LCD. www.jassonfarrell.com
3.3 Water Sensor/Wire Test
Attempts
Sensor
Condition
1
25% percent deep
Accurate
2
50% percent deep
Accurate
3
75% percent deep
Accurate
The table shows the result of the functionality of water sensor/wire when place in
the water. The sensor/wire was used as an input to test its functionality and placed at the
different level of depth. The researcher made 1 attempt on every level and got an accurate
and correct output.
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Table I. Perception of the Users in the System in Terms of Functionality
Indicator
Functions required for the system
are implemented(sustainability)
Functional accuracy is provide
(accurateness)
Function meet specification (compliance)
Ease with connecting with other system is
provided (interoperability)
Substantial security is provided (security)
Overall Mean
Mean
4.7
Description
Excellent
4.7
Excellent
4.8
4.5
Excellent
Excellent
4.8
4.7
Excellent
Excellent
It can be seen from the table that the respondents agree on the level of functionality
of the proposed project as evidence by the computed mean ranging from 4.4 to 5which
described as Excellent. The overall mean is 4.7.
Table 2. Perception of the Users in the System in Terms of Reliability
Indicator
Software includes no bug (maturity)
A certain level is maintained even when a
trouble (fault tolerance)
Normal operations are restored readily when
trouble occurs
Overall Mean
Mean
4.7
4.6
Description
Excellent
Excellent
4.5
Excellent
4.6
Excellent
It can be seen from the table that in terms of reliability, the users perceived that the
system is fully reliable. Most of the indicators were rated Excellent as evidenced by the
overall mean of 4.6 which described as Excellent.
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Table 3. Perception of the Users in the System in Terms of Usability
Indicator
Easy to operate (under stability)
Easy to remember (learnability)
Allows easy operation management
(operability)
Overall Mean
Mean
5.0
5.0
5.0
Description
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
5.0
Excellent
It can be seen from the table that in terms of usability, the users perceived that the
system is fully usable. Most of the indicators were rated Excellent as evidenced by the
overall mean of 5.0 which described as Excellent.
Table 4. Perception of the Users in the System in Terms of Efficiency
Indicator
Provide good responses and high through put
(time behavior)
Allow effective use of resources
(resources behavior)
Overall Mean
Mean
4.8
Description
Excellent
4.7
Excellent
4.75
Excellent
It can be seen from the table that in terms of efficiency, the users perceived that the
system is fully efficient. Most of the indicators were rated Excellent as evidenced by the
overall mean of 4.65 which described as Excellent
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Table 5. Perception of the Users in the System in Terms of Maintainability
Indicator
Allow easy analysis of design, documents and
program when a bug is found (analyzability)
Allows easy expansion and modification of the
system (changeable)
Modification of the system does not affect
others (stability)
Laborious test are not required after the
modification is made (testability)
Overall Mean
Mean
4.7
Description
Excellent
4.9
Excellent
4.5
Excellent
4.5
Excellent
4.65
Excellent
It can be seen from the table that in terms of maintainability, the users perceived
that the system is fully maintainable. Most of the indicators were rated Excellent as
evidenced by the overall mean of 4.65 which described as Excellent
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CONCLUSION
In the light foregoing findings of the study, it was concluded that the selected
materials such as Arduino UNO, Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), Global System for Mobile
Communications (GSM) sim800, Jumper Wires, Humidity Sensor, Buzzer or Beeper,
Water, Leds, Breadboard, Arduino USB Cable, Globe SIM Card, Android Phone, Laptop,
Power Bank have the capability to be an effective flood monitoring device. Data gathering,
design and construction stage, hardware installation, project testing and troubleshooting
are the stages and steps needed in the development of the project. The project has passed
the criteria of functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency and maintainability. The
overall mean in terms of perception of the users in functionality is 4.7, reliability is 4.6, in
usability is 5.0, in efficiency is 4.75 and in usability is 4.65.
Based from the conclusion drawn from the following are set of recommendation:
1. The project can be controlled by Arduino Mega and GSM Module sim900 in
improving sending text messages, making the project better
2. A more concrete design and construction for the project which cannot be
penetrated by water.
3. Signal booster can be attach in some far flung areas or remote areas so that
connection is guaranteed.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Foremost, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my coaches, Engr.
Meehan V. Mapalad and Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya for continuous support to my research,
for their patience, motivation, enthusiasm, and immense knowledge. Their guidance helped
me in all the time of gathering data and writing this research. I could not have imagined
having a good coaches for my research.
Besides my coaches, I would like to thank the rest of my research committee: Dr.
Kitz Fernando, Sir Jovan Taladtad (SHS Principal), Ms. Nerissa S. delos Reyes, and Sir
Romnick Ureta, for their encouragement, insightful comments, and hard questions.
My sincere thanks also goes to my family for giving me their moral and financial
assistance and for supporting me spiritually throughout my life.
Lastly, I would like to thank Our Almighty God, the divine warrior, servant King,
who gave his life as a ransom for me. It has been a delight and privilege to fuse together
research with worship and contemporary discipleship.
-P.F.A.Q.
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APPENDIX
Materials Used in the Development of Project
Arduino Uno Microcontroller
The Arduino Uno Microcontroller was used to control the functions and behaviors
of the LCD, water sensor, GSM module and buzzer.
Jumper Wires
Jumper wires were used to connect particular materials or components.
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Soldering Iron
Soldering Iron was used to connect particular materials or components.
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) sim800
Use for SMS notifications
Humidity Sensor
Use for detecting atmospheric moisture
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Buzzer
Serves as alarm of the project
Light Emitting Diode
Serve as indicator of the water level
Battery
Battery was used as main supply of the project
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Globe Prepaid LTE
Used to communicate to the web
Liquid Crystal Display
Serves as visual display of the project
Mobile Phones
Used to receive SMS
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ABSTRACT
Humidity and Flood Monitoring Device with SMS Notification
Precious Fe Aurea S. Quiatchon
Engr. Meehan V. Mapalad
Engr. Kent Jude G. Cuya
Ma’am Maybell Gonzalez
Sir Kevin Cantos
Sir Kenneth Errol Pajotal
John Paul College
MG Andaya Compound
Odiong, Roxas, Oriental Mindoro
ABSTRACT
This current study was conducted to create “Humidity and Flood Monitoring
Device with SMS Notification” especially designed for places near the river and suffering
from floods.
The project used hardware and components such as Arduino Uno Microcontroller,
GSM Module, Buzzer, Humidity Sensor, Battery, LCD, LED and Jumper Wires. Arduino
Integrated Development Environment (IDE), Google Sketch up, and Fritzing were the
software used.
The project was design to lessen the damage and casualties done by the floods. It
has a water sensor that allows the project to detect the water level of a river and has GSM
module to notify the people via SMS in case that there is a sudden rising of water. Humidity
sensor was an additional features that notify the residents the current atmospheric moisture.
The project had undergone testing such as LCD test and Buzzer Test. The project’s
functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency and maintainability were tested, evaluated
and was concludes to be efficient.
Keywords: LCD, GSM module, Humidity Sensor, Buzzer, Arduino Uno Microcontroller,
Fritzing, Arduino Integrated Development IDE