LORA-BASED ADD-ON DEVICE FOR WATER FLOW MONITORING IN SMALL BATCH ROTARY DRUM WASHERS WITH CLOUD LOGGER FOR WATER CONSERVATION

Abstract

Disclosed herein a Lora-based add-on device for water flow monitoring in small batch rotary drum washers with cloud logger for water conservation comprises LADW_FCDNode (10), which is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board (16), a Lora Module (13), a Liquid Flow Sensor (11), a Temperature Sensor (12), an RTC Module (14), and a Power Supply (15), the data is wirelessly transmitted to a specialized cloud server for real-time monitoring and analysis. The LADW_FRDNode is used for user interface and communication for small batch rotary drum washers, it is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board, a Lora Module, a NuttyFi WiFi Board, an HMI Display, and a Power Supply, it gathers data from the LADW_FCDNode, communicates with the cloud server, and presents real-time insights on an HMI Display and web dashboard so that operators can decide how much water to use and how efficiently to run their business.

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Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to lora-based add-on device for water flow monitoring in small batch rotary drum washers with cloud logger for water conservation.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This cutting-edge water flow monitoring device offers a creative way to boost productivity and promote water conservation in small batch rotary drum washers. Real-time monitoring of liquid flow rates and temperature within the washing equipment is made possible by the system's seamless integration of wireless connection and Internet of Things technology. After being gathered, the data is sent to a specific cloud server where it is processed using preset algorithms. Operators can then view the results via an integrated Human-Machine Interface Display and an easy-to-use web dashboard.
The current issue concerns small batch rotary drum washers and the need for efficient water management. Traditional washing methods are not able to monitor in real time, which leads to wasteful water use and ineffective water flow control. Moreover, the lack of data analytics tools makes it more difficult for operators to decide how best to use water.
KR101986243B1: The present invention relates to a washing machine, a washing machine, a washing machine, and a washing machine, So that the washing machine can be efficiently operated and the electricity consumption is not increased. The washing machine comprises a washing tub; A plurality of hollow balancers arranged on the inner circumferential surface of the washing tub along the axial direction of the washing tub; A water-receiving ring unit formed by superposing a plurality of ring-shaped water groove corresponding to the balancer and fixed to an end portion in the axial direction of the outer surface of the washing tub; A water supply member connecting the balancer corresponding to a part of the water flow grooves and the water flow grooves; And nozzles and for independently injecting the adjustment water into the frequency grooves.
RESAERCH GAP: A Remote monitoring innovation of water flow integrating with Lora and IoT for Small Batch Rotary Drum Washers is the novelty of the system.
KR101984210B1: A washing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a water tank for storing water, a rotating tank arranged in the water tank, a dissolving area into which detergent is put, dissolving detergent, and a fine bubble generator capable of generating fine bubble water An FB feed water passage for passing the water supplied from the water supply source to the fine bubble generating device and supplying the water to the dissolution zone as fine bubble water, an FB water feed valve for opening and closing the FB water feed passage, And a control device for controlling the opening and closing of the FB water supply valve. In the washing course to be operated, control is performed to dissolve the detergent by bringing the detergent into contact with the fine bubble water during the period of dissolving the detergent in the water supply.
RESEARCH GAP: A Remote monitoring innovation of water flow integrating with Lora and IoT for Small Batch Rotary Drum Washers is the novelty of the system.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
This novel water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers uses a two-node architecture, the LADW_FCDNode and LADW_FRDNode. The LADW_FCDNode, which is comprised of an ATmega328 Customized Board, LoRa Module, Liquid Flow Sensor, Temperature Sensor, RTC Module, and Power Supply, is the data acquisition unit. It measures the liquid flow precisely inside the rotary drum washer, records temperature data, and timestamps the information using the Real-Time Clock (RTC) module. The data is then wirelessly transferred via the LoRa module to a cloud server that is specifically made for this purpose.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a"," "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes" and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", "third", and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
This novel water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers uses a two-node architecture, the LADW_FCDNode and LADW_FRDNode. The LADW_FCDNode, which is comprised of an ATmega328 Customized Board, LoRa Module, Liquid Flow Sensor, Temperature Sensor, RTC Module, and Power Supply, is the data acquisition unit. It measures the liquid flow precisely inside the rotary drum washer, records temperature data, and timestamps the information using the Real-Time Clock (RTC) module. The data is then wirelessly transferred via the LoRa module to a cloud server that is specifically made for this purpose.
Conversely, the LADW_FRDNode functions as the communication and user interface center and is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board, LoRa Module, NuttyFi WiFi Board, HMI Display, and Power Supply. This node uses the NuttyFi WiFi Board to connect to the cloud server and gets transmitted data from the LADW_FCDNode via the LoRa module. The HMI Display gives operators an easy-to-use interface to view real-time data, such as temperature and water flow rates. An essential function of the cloud server is the storage and analysis of the gathered data. The information is processed by the server using preset algorithms, which produce insightful results. The HMI Display and a customizable web dashboard both show the results, which are shown as time-based charts, alarms, and analytics. With the ability to monitor and evaluate water flow patterns, operators can optimize the efficiency of the rotary drum washer and make well-informed decisions about water usage thanks to this complete visualization.
BEST METHOD OF WOKING
Data acquisition in the water flow monitoring of small batch rotary drum washers is done by the LADW_FCDNode, which is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board, a Lora Module, a Liquid Flow Sensor, a Temperature Sensor, an RTC Module, and a Power Supply. The data is wirelessly transmitted to a specialized cloud server for real-time monitoring and analysis.
The LADW_FRDNode is used for user interface and communication for small batch rotary drum washers. It is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board, a Lora Module, a NuttyFi WiFi Board, an HMI Display, and a Power Supply. It gathers data from the LADW_FCDNode, communicates with the cloud server, and presents real-time insights on an HMI Display and web dashboard so that operators can decide how much water to use and how efficiently to run their business.
Both of the motes have an ATmega328 Customized Board, which is used to facilitate data collecting, communication, and control operations in the small batch rotary drum washer water flow monitoring system.
The LoRa Module, which is also a part of the two motes, provides wireless communication between nodes, making it easier to send temperature and water flow data from the ATmega328 Customized Boards in the LADW_FRDNode and LADW_FCDNode to a cloud server for real-time monitoring and analysis in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers.
Attached to the LADW_FCDNode, the Liquid Flow Sensor measures and records the liquid flow precisely in small batch rotary drum washers. This data is vital to the water flow monitoring system and is sent to a cloud server for analysis and operational insights.
The LADW_FRDNode's integrated NuttyFi WiFi Board enables seamless connectivity for real-time monitoring and the presentation of water flow data on the HMI Display and web dashboard in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers. It does this by facilitating wireless communication and data exchange between the LADW_FRDNode and the cloud server.
The HMI Display, which is integrated into the LADW_FRDNode, serves as a visual interface for operators in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers. It provides real-time data and analytics, facilitating informed decision-making and optimizing water consumption via an easy-to-understand graphical display.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers uses the LADW_FCDNode as its main data gathering unit. It allows for real-time temperature and flow rate monitoring and analysis by wirelessly sending data to a dedicated cloud server.
2. As the user interface and central hub of the water flow monitoring system designed for small batch rotary drum washers, the LADW_FRDNode is essential. It connects to the cloud server, gathers data from the LADW_FCDNode, and displays real-time information on a web dashboard in addition to an HMI display. This gives operators the ability to decide with knowledge about how much water to use and how to run their business efficiently.
3. A crucial element that permits wireless communication between nodes is the LoRa Module. It makes it easier for the ATmega328 Customized Boards in the LADW_FCDNode and LADW_FRDNode to transmit temperature and water flow data to a dedicated cloud server. This procedure makes it possible for the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers to monitor and analyze data in real time.
4. The Liquid Flow Sensor is used in small batch rotary drum washers to precisely measure and monitor liquid flow. The water flow monitoring system uses this sensor to gather vital data, which is then sent to a cloud server for in-depth examination and useful operational insights.
5. The LADW_FRDNode and the cloud server rely heavily on the NuttyFi WiFi Board to provide wireless connectivity and data exchange. In the water flow monitoring system intended for small batch rotary drum washers, this function guarantees smooth communication for real-time monitoring and the presentation of water flow data on both the HMI Display and the web dashboard.
6. A vital part of the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers, the HMI Display serves as a visual interface. Through an easy-to-understand graphical display, it provides operators with real-time water flow statistics and analytics, assisting them in making educated decisions and optimizing water consumption.
, Claims:1. A Lora-based add-on device for water flow monitoring in small batch rotary drum washers with cloud logger for water conservation comprises LADW_FCDNode (10), which is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board (16), a Lora Module (13), a Liquid Flow Sensor (11), a Temperature Sensor (12), an RTC Module (14), and a Power Supply (15), the data is wirelessly transmitted to a specialized cloud server for real-time monitoring and analysis.
2. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the LADW_FRDNode is used for user interface and communication for small batch rotary drum washers, it is outfitted with an ATmega328 Customized Board, a Lora Module, a NuttyFi WiFi Board, an HMI Display, and a Power Supply, it gathers data from the LADW_FCDNode, communicates with the cloud server, and presents real-time insights on an HMI Display and web dashboard so that operators can decide how much water to use and how efficiently to run their business.
3. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein both of the motes have an ATmega328 Customized Board, which is used to facilitate data collecting, communication, and control operations in the small batch rotary drum washer water flow monitoring system.
4. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the LoRa Module, which is also a part of the two motes, provides wireless communication between nodes, making it easier to send temperature and water flow data from the ATmega328 Customized Boards in the LADW_FRDNode and LADW_FCDNode to a cloud server for real-time monitoring and analysis in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers.
5. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein Attached to the LADW_FCDNode, the Liquid Flow Sensor measures and records the liquid flow precisely in small batch rotary drum washers, this data is vital to the water flow monitoring system and is sent to a cloud server for analysis and operational insights.
6. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the LADW_FRDNode's integrated NuttyFi WiFi Board enables seamless connectivity for real-time monitoring and the presentation of water flow data on the HMI Display and web dashboard in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers, it does this by facilitating wireless communication and data exchange between the LADW_FRDNode and the cloud server.
7. The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the HMI Display, which is integrated into the LADW_FRDNode, serves as a visual interface for operators in the water flow monitoring system for small batch rotary drum washers, it provides real-time data and analytics, facilitating informed decision-making and optimizing water consumption via an easy-to-understand graphical display.

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