up:: La Finka - Projects MOC
tags:: #lafinka #project #data #water #sensor
skills:: #MCU #sensor
lead:: @Niko
status:: #status/idea
start:: #y/2024/fall
estimated completion:: #y/2024/fall

Project - Overview

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Purpose

To establish a comprehensive water flow tracking system across La Finka, aiming to measure and analyze water movement through different zones to enhance water management and conservation practices.

Objectives

• To quantify water inflow and distribution across three key zones: The South Garden, the large fields' swales, and the neighboring property.
• To integrate technology for precise water measurement and real-time monitoring.
• To gather data that supports the optimization of water use and informs future water management strategies.

Background Info

Expanding on La Finka's existing gravity-fed irrigation infrastructure by incorporating advanced measurement technologies to gain a better understanding of water dynamics on the property.

Project - Details

Scope

Implementation of water flow sensors at key points within the property's irrigation system, including data collection and analysis capabilities.

Milestones

A - Technology Selection

• Research and select appropriate water flow measurement technologies, including sensors and data transmission methods.

B - System Installation

• Install sensors and set up data transmission infrastructure across the specified zones.

C - Data Collection and Analysis

• Begin data collection and establish protocols for ongoing analysis and reporting.

Tasks

• ToDo
  • Identify potential technology partners by [specific date].
  • Complete installation of water flow sensors by [specific date].
  • First data review and adjustment phase by [specific date].

Project - Resources

Budget

• To be determined based on selected technologies and partnership agreements.

Materials & Tools

• Water flow sensors - Ultrasonic flow meters are ideal as they are non-invasive and can measure flow rate by transmitting ultrasonic pulses through the water. Alternatives include turbine flow meters and magnetic flow meters, depending on the water's particulate content and chemical composition.
• Data transmission units
• Installation tools

Equipment

• Technical setup for data monitoring and analysis

References / Examples:

• Guide to Water Flow Measurement Technologies
• Best Practices in Water Management

Documentation and Media

Photos and Videos:

• Visual documentation of installation and operational phases will be updated here: [Link_to_media]

Documents:

• Technical specifications and operational manuals for the installed systems: [Link_to_documents]

Technologies

• Water flow measurement sensors
• Data transmission technologies (900 MHz mesh network, Wi-Fi)

Questions / Unknowns:

• Evaluating the accuracy and reliability of different sensor technologies.
• Integration challenges with the existing irrigation infrastructure.

Collaboration and Participation

How to Get Involved

• Technicians and volunteers interested in water conservation technologies are welcome to assist with installation and monitoring.
• Educational workshops will be organized to engage the community and share findings. Interested participants should contact [Contact Information].

Potential Partnerships

• Technology providers specializing in water management systems.
• Local universities or research institutions interested in hydrology studies.
• Environmental NGOs focusing on sustainable water use.