An Internet of Things (IoT) control system for garden irrigation

Abstract

This invention proposes an Internet of Things (IoT) control system for landscaping irrigation, comprising: a digital input unit (DIP) with a flow switch, a float switch, and a digital input module; an analog input unit (AIP) with a humidity sensor, a water meter, and an analog input module; a programmable control unit (PCU) with a programmable control module; the DIP and analog input units are electrically connected to the PCU; a relay isolation module is electrically connected to the PCU and the electrical equipment; and a 4G module, through which the PCU connects to external mobile terminals and PCs. This invention collects real-time information on the pump's operating status, irrigation water volume, and humidity of the target irrigated area during irrigation, transmitting this information to mobile terminals and PCs via the PCU and 4G modules for remote monitoring. This facilitates timely detection and resolution of problems in the irrigation system by staff.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a control system, specifically an Internet of Things (IoT) control system for irrigation of gardens and green spaces. Background Technology

[0002] Modern landscaping is dedicated to improving the ecological environment. The goal is to create urban parks, including scenic roadside areas and natural ecological parks dominated by green forests and lawns—all aimed at making cities more beautiful and fostering harmony between people and nature.

[0003] Irrigation systems are a crucial component in achieving urban landscaping. Currently, my country's landscaping relies primarily on unified irrigation, which is relatively simplistic and uses relatively crude irrigation techniques. Water resource recycling rates are also lower compared to other refined irrigation methods. With the rapid development of the national landscape architecture industry and increased awareness of water resource protection and recycling, the shortcomings of traditional irrigation methods are becoming increasingly apparent. There is an urgent need to optimize and improve the currently prevalent, simplistic irrigation methods to enhance irrigation efficiency and water resource utilization.

[0004] Currently, most garden and greening irrigation systems use programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for control. This involves setting up a control host in a monitoring room with several substations. While this can achieve automatic irrigation, the hardware is relatively complex and the setup cost is high. In addition, the remote monitoring function is relatively simple and the operation flexibility is poor, requiring a certain amount of human resources. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention proposes an Internet of Things (IoT) control system for landscaping irrigation. This system uses a digital acquisition unit and an analog acquisition unit to collect real-time information on the pump's operating status, irrigation water volume, and humidity of the target irrigation area during the irrigation process. The monitoring information is then transmitted to mobile terminals and PCs via a programmable control module and a 4G module, enabling remote monitoring and facilitating timely detection and resolution of problems in the irrigation system by staff.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: an Internet of Things (IoT) control system for garden irrigation, comprising:

[0007] A switch quantity acquisition unit is used to monitor the switching status of the flow switch and float switch in irrigation equipment;

[0008] The analog data acquisition unit is used to monitor the real-time information of irrigation water consumption and humidity of the target irrigated plot during the irrigation process.

[0009] The programmable control unit is electrically connected to the digital signal acquisition unit and the analog signal acquisition unit. It is used to receive, analyze and process the data information acquired by the digital signal acquisition unit and the analog signal acquisition unit, and to control the water pump in the irrigation equipment.

[0010] The relay isolation module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit and the electrical equipment to enable the programmable control unit to directly control the electrical equipment.

[0011] It also includes a 4G module, through which the programmable control module connects with mobile terminals and PCs.

[0012] Furthermore, the switch quantity acquisition unit includes a flow switch, a float switch, and a switch quantity acquisition module. The flow switch and the float switch are electrically connected to the switch quantity acquisition module, and the switch quantity acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit.

[0013] Furthermore, the analog signal acquisition unit includes a humidity sensor, a water meter, and an analog signal acquisition module. The humidity sensor and the water meter are electrically connected to the analog signal acquisition module, and the analog signal acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit.

[0014] Furthermore, the analog signal acquisition module is an RS485 analog signal acquisition module.

[0015] Furthermore, the programmable control unit is a microcontroller.

[0016] Furthermore, the flow switch is connected to the outlet pipe of the water pump via a pipeline.

[0017] Furthermore, the humidity sensor is a soil moisture sensor, which is placed in the target irrigated plot.

[0018] Furthermore, the water meter is a water meter with RS485 communication protocol and is installed on the water supply pipeline of the water pump.

[0019] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting up a data acquisition module and a programmable control module, it can collect real-time information on the water pump operating status, irrigation water volume, and humidity of the target irrigated plot during the irrigation process. This monitoring information is then transmitted to mobile terminals and PCs via the programmable control module and a 4G module, achieving remote monitoring. Simultaneously, the programmable control module can control the relevant electrical equipment based on the monitoring results. This not only satisfies the need to monitor the equipment's operating status but also allows the programmable control module to control the electrical equipment according to pre-set programs, facilitating timely detection and resolution of problems in the irrigation system by staff. Furthermore, the use of wireless transmission technology solves the problems of high investment and high maintenance costs in traditional irrigation control systems. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a connection diagram of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The following description provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various features of the present invention. The elements and arrangements described in the specific examples below are only for concise expression of the present invention and are merely examples, not intended to limit the present invention.

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[0024] A switch quantity acquisition unit is used to monitor the switching status of a flow switch and a float switch in an irrigation device. The switch quantity acquisition unit includes a flow switch, a float switch, and a switch quantity acquisition module. The flow switch and the float switch are electrically connected to the switch quantity acquisition module.

[0025] Furthermore, the flow switch is used to monitor the operating status of the water pump. There can be multiple flow switches, which are installed on the outlet pipe of the water pump. When the water pump is running, the water flow impacts the switch target, and the flow switch sends a closed signal to the switch quantity acquisition module; otherwise, it sends an open signal.

[0026] An analog signal acquisition unit is used to monitor the real-time information of irrigation water consumption and humidity of the target irrigated plot during the irrigation process. The analog signal acquisition unit includes a humidity sensor, a water meter, and an analog signal acquisition module. The humidity sensor and the water meter are electrically connected to the analog signal acquisition module, which is an RS485 analog signal acquisition module.

[0027] Furthermore, the humidity sensor is a soil moisture sensor, which is placed in the target irrigation plot to monitor the soil moisture of the target irrigation plot. There can be multiple humidity sensors, which are arranged in the target irrigation plot and electrically connected to the RS485 analog signal acquisition module to transmit the data to the programmable control module through the RS485 port.

[0028] The water meter is equipped with RS485 communication protocol and is installed on the water supply pipeline of the water pump. It is used to monitor and count irrigation water consumption. The water meter is electrically connected to the RS485 analog signal acquisition module.

[0029] The programmable control unit is electrically connected to the digital signal acquisition unit and the analog signal acquisition unit. It is used to receive, analyze and process the data information acquired by the digital signal acquisition unit and the analog signal acquisition unit, and to control the water pump in the irrigation equipment. Specifically, in this embodiment, the programmable control unit is a microcontroller. The digital signal acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit, and the analog signal acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit.

[0030] The relay isolation module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit (PLU) and the electric valves and water pumps in the electrical equipment, enabling the PLU to directly control the electric valves and water pumps. During operation, when the float in the water tank rises, the relay isolation module controls the water pump to start; conversely, it controls the water pump to stop when the float falls.

[0031] It also includes a 4G module, through which the programmable control module connects with mobile terminals and PCs.

[0032] By setting up a data acquisition module and a programmable control module, real-time monitoring of the water pump's operating status, irrigation water volume, and humidity of the target irrigated plot can be achieved. This monitoring information is then transmitted to mobile terminals and PCs via the programmable control module and a 4G module, enabling remote monitoring. Simultaneously, the programmable control module can control relevant electrical equipment based on the monitoring results. This not only allows for monitoring of equipment operation but also enables the programmable control module to control electrical equipment according to pre-set programs, facilitating timely identification and resolution of problems in the irrigation system by staff. Furthermore, the use of wireless transmission technology addresses the issues of high investment and maintenance costs associated with traditional irrigation control systems.

[0033] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An Internet of Things (IoT) control system for irrigation in landscaping, characterized in that: include The switch quantity acquisition unit is used to monitor the switching status of the flow switch and float switch in the irrigation equipment; The analog data acquisition unit is used to monitor the real-time information of irrigation water consumption and humidity of the target irrigated plot during the irrigation process. The programmable control unit is used to receive, analyze and process data information collected by the digital quantity acquisition unit and the analog quantity acquisition unit, and to control the electric valves and water pumps in the irrigation equipment. The digital quantity acquisition unit and the analog quantity acquisition unit are electrically connected to the programmable control unit. The relay isolation module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit and the electrical equipment to enable the programmable control unit to directly control the electrical equipment. It also includes a 4G module, through which the programmable control module connects to external mobile terminals and PCs. 2.The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 1, wherein: The switch quantity acquisition unit includes a flow switch, a float switch, and a switch quantity acquisition module. The flow switch and the float switch are electrically connected to the switch quantity acquisition module, and the switch quantity acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit. 3.The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 1, wherein: The analog quantity acquisition unit includes a humidity sensor, a water meter, and an analog quantity acquisition module. The humidity sensor and the water meter are electrically connected to the analog quantity acquisition module, and the analog quantity acquisition module is electrically connected to the programmable control unit.

4. The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 3, wherein: The analog signal acquisition module is an RS485 analog signal acquisition module.

5. The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 1, wherein: The programmable control unit is a microcontroller. 6.The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 1, wherein: The flow switch is connected to the outlet pipe of the water pump via a pipeline. 7.The IoT control system for landscaping irrigation of claim 1, wherein: The humidity sensor is a soil moisture sensor located in the target irrigated plot.

8. The Internet of Things control system for garden irrigation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water meter is an RS485 communication protocol water meter, which is installed on the water supply pipeline of the water pump.

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