Water quality monitoring system

Abstract

A system for monitoring water quality may include a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source, a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir, a control circuit configured to receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source, a transmitter configured to transmit the water property data, a receiver configured to receive the transmitted water property data from the transmitter, and one or more processors electrically coupled to the receiver and configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

Description

WATER QUALITY MONITORING SYSTEMCROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 445,934, filed February 15, 2023, the entire contents of which is incorporated herein by reference.FIELD

[0002] The present disclosure relates generally to systems for monitoring the quality of water, particularly water supplied to households for drinking and bathing.BACKGROUND

[0003] Water quality can have significant impacts on human health. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people die of diseases (e.g., cholera or dysentery) transmitted by consuming contaminated water. Other issues, such as pollution by heavy metals, have been linked to birth defects that can cause serious, lifelong medical complications.

[0004] Problems caused by unsafe water can be mitigated with consistent water quality monitoring. However, many countries lack the infrastructure necessary to carry out regular water quality testing or, in some cases, to even provide running water. As such, citizens may be forced to rely on water from untreated and unmonitored sources (e.g., water taken directly from rivers). In other countries, water quality may be tested annually by water companies or governments only at centralized locations (e.g., at a water tower for a town).SUMMARY

[0005] Provided are systems for localized water quality monitoring. The systems for localized water quality monitoring described herein are cost-effective and user-friendly, allowing an individual to keep track of the condition of the water that they personally utilize. A system according to embodiments described herein may include a water quality monitoring device that can be fluidically connected to an existing water source (e.g., a pipe leading to a household water supply or a hose leading to a faucet). Once connected to the water source, the monitoring device may measure multiple physical, biological, and / or chemical properties of the water that flows from the water source using a set of sensors. The data collected by thesensors may be evaluated by an on-device control circuit. The device may indicate current water quality levels using indicators (e.g., a set of lights). This may allow an individual who connects the device to a water source of interest to inspect the condition of the water source at will.

[0006] In order to provide users with more detailed water quality assessments, the monitoring device may be capable of communicating (for example, over a Wi-Fi network) with a second device (for example, a user’s smart phone). The monitoring device may transmit water property data collected by the sensors to the second device on a regular basis. Upon receipt of the water property data, the second device may be configured to generate water quality information. The water quality information may include comparisons between recently measured water property values and one or more threshold values associated with each measured property to assist users in identifying sources of water quality issues. In addition, the water quality information can include a generated water quality score that indicates an overall water quality level or information about recent water quality trends. Once generated, the water quality information may be output to the user via a user interface of the second device.

[0007] A system for monitoring water quality may comprise a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source, a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir, a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and configured to receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source, a transmitter electrically coupled to the control circuit and configured to transmit the water property data, a receiver configured to receive the transmitted water property data from the transmitter, and one or more processors electrically coupled to the receiver and configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

[0008] In some embodiments of the system, a first sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more microbes.

[0009] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more microbes comprises Giardia duodenalis. Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigellabacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, and SARS-CoV-2.

[0010] In some embodiments of the system, a second sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more heavy metals.

[0011] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more heavy metals comprises lead, antimony, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and chromium.

[0012] In some embodiments of the system, the second sensor comprises a differential pulse voltammetry sensor.

[0013] In some embodiments of the system, a third sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a pH.

[0014] In some embodiments of the system, a fourth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a temperature.

[0015] In some embodiments of the system, a fifth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a turbidity or a clarity level.

[0016] In some embodiments of the system, a sixth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure an oxidation-reduction potential.

[0017] In some embodiments of the system, the sixth sensor comprises an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor.

[0018] In some embodiments of the system, a seventh sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more organic acids, inorganic acids, alkalis, or salts.

[0019] In some embodiments of the system, the plurality of sensors comprises a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor.

[0020] In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more saddle mount valves fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir, wherein the one or more saddle mount valves are configured to mechanically couple to a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0021] In some embodiments of the system, the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be installed in-line with a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit to the water source.

[0022] In some embodiments of the system, the water supply line is a pipe or a hose that is configured to deliver water from the water source to a faucet or a showerhead.

[0023] In some embodiments of the system, the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be manually filled with water from the water source by a user.

[0024] In some embodiments of the system, the transmitter and the receiver comprise WiFi antennae.

[0025] In some embodiments of the system, the receiver and one or more processors are provided in a mobile computing device.

[0026] In some embodiments of the system, the water quality information comprises a water quality score that corresponds to an overall water quality level.

[0027] In some embodiments of the system, the water quality information comprises information about trends in the water property data or trends in an overall water quality level.

[0028] In some embodiments of the system, the water quality information indicates how one or more values in the water property data compare to one or more threshold values.

[0029] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more processors generate the water quality information using one or more machine learning models.

[0030] In some embodiments, the system comprises a user interface coupled to the one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are configured to output the water quality information using the user interface.

[0031] In some embodiments of the system, the user interface is configured to receive user input comprising a request for the water quality information, and the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information in response to the receipt of the user input.

[0032] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information at predetermined intervals.

[0033] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information once per day.

[0034] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information upon receipt of the water quality data by the receiver.

[0035] In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more indicators coupled to the control circuit, and the control circuit is configured to compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold water property values and indicate, using the one or more indicators, a water quality level based on the comparison between the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

[0036] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more indicators comprise one or more lights.

[0037] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more indicators comprise one or more devices configured to emit noise.

[0038] In some embodiments of the system, the one or more devices configured to emit noise are electroacoustic transducers.

[0039] In some embodiments, the system comprises a flow meter configured to indicate whether water from the water source is flowing and / or a rate at which water from the water source is flowing when the plurality of sensors measure the one or more properties.

[0040] A device for monitoring water quality may comprise a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source, a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir, a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and the one or more indicators and configured to receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source and compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold water property value, and one or more indicators configured to indicate, a water quality level based on the comparisonbetween the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

[0041] In some embodiments, the device comprises a transmitter coupled to the control circuit and configured to transmit the water property data collected by the plurality of sensors to a second device comprising one or more processors configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

[0042] In some embodiments of the device, a first sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more microbes.

[0043] In some embodiments of the device, the one or more microbes comprises Giardia duodenalis. Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigella bacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, and SARS-CoV-2.

[0044] In some embodiments of the device, a second sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more heavy metals.

[0045] In some embodiments of the device, the one or more heavy metals comprise lead, antimony, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and chromium.

[0046] In some embodiments of the device, the second sensor is a differential pulse voltammetry sensor.

[0047] In some embodiments of the device, a third sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a pH.

[0048] In some embodiments of the device, a fourth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a temperature.

[0049] In some embodiments of the device, a fifth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a turbidity or a clarity level.

[0050] In some embodiments of the device, a sixth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure an oxidation-reduction potential.

[0051] In some embodiments of the device, the sixth sensor is an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor.

[0052] In some embodiments of the device, a seventh sensor the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more of: organic acids, inorganic acids, alkalis, or salts.

[0053] In some embodiments of the device, the plurality of sensors comprises a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor.

[0054] In some embodiments, the device comprises one or more saddle mount valves configured to mechanically couple to a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0055] In some embodiments of the device, the device is configured to be installed in-line with a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0056] In some embodiments of the device, the water supply line is a pipe or a hose that is configured to deliver water from the water source to a faucet or a showerhead.

[0057] In some embodiments of the device, the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be manually filled with water from the water source by a user.

[0058] In some embodiments of the device, the one or more indicators comprise one or more lights.

[0059] In some embodiments of the device, the one or more indicators comprise one or more devices configured to emit noise.

[0060] In some embodiments of the device, the one or more devices configured to emit noise are electroacoustic transducers.

[0061] In some embodiments of the device, the control circuit is configured to compare the water quality data to the one or more threshold water property values at predetermined intervals.

[0062] In some embodiments of the device, the control circuit is configured to compare the water quality data to the one or more threshold water property values once per day.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0063] The following figures show various systems or components of systems for monitoring the water quality of a water source.

[0064] FIG. 1 shows a schematic of an exemplary system for monitoring water quality, according to some embodiments.

[0065] FIG. 2A shows a first configuration an exemplary system for monitoring water quality, according to some embodiments.

[0066] FIG. 2B shows a second configuration of an exemplary system for monitoring water quality, according to some embodiments.

[0067] FIG. 3 shows a water quality monitoring device coupled to a water supply line for a faucet, according to some embodiments.

[0068] FIG. 4 shows a portable water quality monitoring device with a water reservoir, according to some embodiments.

[0069] FIG. 5 shows a water quality monitoring device with a user interface, according to some embodiments.

[0070] FIG. 6 shows an exemplary graphical user interface for a water quality monitoring system, according to some embodiments.

[0071] FIG. 7 shows an exemplary method for monitoring water quality using a water quality monitoring system, according to some embodiments.

[0072] FIG. 8 shows an exemplary computer system, according to some embodiments.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0073] As described, individuals typically rely upon an external source (e.g., the government) to provide information about the quality of their water. The frequency at which the water quality information is provided, along with the reliability of the information, may vary greatly depending on an individual’s location. Individuals - in particular, individualswho utilize water from a water source that is infrequently monitored or treated - may benefit from the ability to personally monitor the quality of the water that they use.

[0074] Accordingly, provided are water quality monitoring systems for tracking and assessing the quality of a localized water source, for example a water supply for a home. The system may include sensors configured to measure physical and chemical properties of water from the water source. Water property data that includes the measurements of the properties of the water may then be processed to generate water quality information that indicates the condition of the water source. The provided systems may be low-cost and user-friendly, allowing users to easily gain insight into the quality of the water sources that supply their water without having to rely on infrequent (and potentially unreliable) assessments by external sources.

[0075] In order to ensure that users are provided with in-depth information about the quality of their water, the described systems can comprise several different water property sensors, including sensors for detecting the presence of harmful bacteria or viruses, sensors for monitoring temperature or pH, and sensors for measuring the concentrations of various heavy metals. The water quality information may, as a result, supply users with a comprehensive overview of the various properties that may be affecting the quality of their water sources.

[0076] In some embodiments, the systems described herein can include multiple devices configured to communicate over a network (e.g., using a Wi-Fi connection). The sensors for measuring the water properties may be provided in a first device that is configured to receive water from the water source. A second device (e.g., a personal computer or a smart phone) may be configured to receive water property data collected by the sensors in the first device and to generate water quality information based on said data. This may allow users to receive water quality updates about their water source without requiring users to be in the same physical location as the water source.

[0077] A schematic of an exemplary system 100 for monitoring water quality is shown in FIG. 1. System 100 may include a water monitoring device 102 and a user device 104. Water monitoring device 102 may comprise a water conduit 106 that is configured to receive water 124 from a water source and to provide water 124 to a plurality of sensors 108. Sensors 108 may measure physical, biological, and chemical properties of water 124 and transmit water property data associated with said measurements to a control circuit 112. Control circuit 112may cause a transmitter 114 to transmit the water property data collected by sensors 108 to a receiver 120 of user device 104. Processor(s) 118 on user device 104 may evaluate the water property data in order to generate information about the quality of water 124.

[0078] The water source from which water 124 is received by device 102 may be a localized water supply, for example a water supply for a single-family home, a water supply for an individual apartment, a water supply for an apartment complex, a water supply for a retail space, or a water supply for an office building. In some embodiments, the water supply may be a municipal water supply. In some embodiments, the water supply may be a well. Water 124 may be transmitted to water conduit 106 by a user (e.g., a user who fills water conduit 106 using water from a faucet) or may automatically be directed into water conduit 106 from a water supply line (e.g., a pipe or a hose) by connecting water conduit 106 to the water supply line (e.g., using saddle mount valves).

[0079] Sensors 108 can include at least 2, at least 3, at least 4, at least 5, at least 6, at least 7, at least 8, at least 9, or at least 10 sensors. Optionally, sensors 108 can include fewer than 2, fewer than 3, fewer than 4, fewer than 5, fewer than 6, fewer than 7, fewer than 8, fewer than 9, fewer than 10, fewer than 15, or fewer than 20 sensors. Each sensor of sensors 108 may be configured to measure a distinct physical or chemical property of water 124. Optionally, device 102 may be configured to allow users to install a custom selection of sensors 108 based on the water properties that they wish to track. Optionally, sensors 108 may be modular, e.g., may be configured to be independently replaced, modified, and / or operated.

[0080] In some embodiments, sensors 108 can include sensors configured to detect the presence of contaminants known to pose risks to human health. For example, sensors 108 may include a sensor (or sensors) configured to detect the presence of one or more microbes (e.g., a bioMEMS sensor). Such microbes may include microbes that are linked to waterborne illnesses (e.g., E. colt) as well microbes that are associated with illnesses that are not waterborne (e.g., coronavirus). For example, sensors 108 may include a sensor (or sensors) configured to detect one or more of Giardia duodenalis, Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigella bacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus (e.g., MRSA, MSSA), Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Bacillus subtillis, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, coronavirus (e.g., SARS-CoV-2), influenza A virus (H3N2), rhinovirus (e.g., human rhinovirus),Streptococcus aureus, Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus, cryptosporidium, oocysts, and cysts.

[0081] Sensors 108 can also include a sensor configured to detect the presence or concentration of one or more heavy metals (e.g., a differential pulse voltammetry sensor), such as, for instance, lead, antimony, barium, nickel, copper, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and chromium. Additionally or alternatively, sensors 108 can include sensors configured to detect lighter metals such as sodium.

[0082] In some embodiments, sensors 108 can include a sensor configured to detect organic compounds such as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (e.g., PFOS, PFOA). In some embodiments, sensors 108 can include sensors configured to detect substances including chloramines, fluoride, and nitrates. In some embodiments, sensors 108 can include sensors configured to detect disinfection byproducts such as TTHMs (total trihalomethanes) and HAA5 (haloacetic acids five).

[0083] In some embodiments, sensors 108 can include sensors configured to measure physical or chemical properties of water that can be correlated with water quality. For example, sensors 108 may include one or more of a sensor configured to measure water pH, a sensor configured to measure water temperature, a sensor configured to measure water clarity, a sensor configured to measure water turbidity, a sensor configured to measure oxidation (e.g., an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor), a sensor configured to detect inorganic acids, alkalis, and / or salts (e.g., an electrical conductivity sensor), a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, a nanowire sensor, and a spectrometry sensor. Sensors 108 can include a flow sensor configured to detect when water is flowing through water conduit 106 and / or a rate at which water is flowing through water conduit 106. In some embodiments, device 102 may be configured to cause the remaining sensors 108 to collect data whenever the flow sensor indicates that water is flowing through water conduit 106. In some embodiments, information about water flow through water conduit 106 may supplement other water property measurements conducted by sensors 108. For example, water flow data collected by the water flow meter may indicate whether or not the water in water conduit 106 used to measure the water properties was flowing at the time that the water properties were measured. If the water used to measure the water properties was not flowing at the time of the water property measurements, the flow meter may indicate a length of timethat the water has been still within water conduit 106. This may allow users to observe and compare properties of still water to properties of flowing water.

[0084] In some embodiments, sensors 108 may be configured to conduct water property measurements according to a pre-programmed schedule (e.g., sensors 108 may conduct measurements at certain times of day, on certain days of a week, etc.).

[0085] In some embodiments, sensors 108 may be configured to measure water properties on-demand (e.g., upon receiving a signal indicating that measurements should be conducted). In such cases, when sensors 108 are not activated, monitoring device 102 may turn off or may enter a low-power state in which no measurements are conducted. In some embodiments, monitoring device 102 may be configured to turn on or enter a full-power state automatically upon receiving a measurement demand. In some embodiments, monitoring device 102 may be configured to be turned on and off by a user.

[0086] In some embodiments, sensors 108 may be configured to measure water properties in real-time (e.g., whenever water is present in water conduit 106). Specifically, sensors 108 may be configured to continuously (e.g., passively) monitor water properties. This may allow users to observe or access water quality data at any time. Additionally, passive monitoring of water properties may allow users to search for and to access water quality data collected in the past.

[0087] The volume of water 124 that device 102 must receive in order for sensors 108 to make accurate measurements may be small relative to the volume of water provided by the water source in a given period of time (e.g., the volume of water that flows from the water source to a faucet in the period of time that the faucet is in use). In some embodiments, sensors 108 may require about 0.05, about 0.25, about 0.50, about 0.75, about 1, about 2, about 3, about 4, or about 5 mL of water 124 in order to accurately measure properties of the water source. In some embodiments, sensors 108 may require about 0.05- 0.25, about 0.25- 0.50, about 0.50-0.75, or about 0.75-1 mL of water 124. In some embodiments, sensors 108 may require less than or equal to 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0.50, 0.25, or 0.10 mL of water 124 in order to accurately measure properties of the water source. In some embodiments, sensors 108 may require greater than or equal to 0.05, 0.25, 0.50, 0.75, 1, or 2 mL of water 124 in order to accurately measure properties of the water source.

[0088] Sensors 108, along with the other components of monitoring device 102, may be controlled by control circuit 112. Control circuit 112 may include one or more digitalcomponents and / or one or more processors and may control the operation of the other components of device 102 by managing the transmission of electrical signals from a power supply 116 to said components. Power supply 116 may be an on-device energy store (e.g., one or more batteries or one or more capacitors) or may be an electrical connection to an off- device energy supply (e.g., an energy supply for a home). Control circuit 112 may be configured to activate sensors 108 whenever one or more activation conditions are met (e.g., whenever water 124 enters water conduit 106) to cause sensors 108 to measure physical, biological, and chemical properties of water 124. Water property data collected by sensors 108 may be received by control circuit 112. Upon receipt of the water property data, control circuit 112 may cause transmitter 114 to transmit the water property data to receiver 120 of user device 104 so that processor(s) 118 may use the water property data to generate water quality information.

[0089] Transmitter 114 and receiver 120 may be respectively configured to transmit and receive signals over a network. In some embodiments, transmitter 114 and / or receiver 120 may comprise one or more antennae (e.g., one or more Wi-Fi antennae, one or more Bluetooth antennae, etc.). Optionally, transmitter 114 may also be configured to act as a signal receiver; likewise, receiver 120 may be configured to act as a signal transmitter. In some embodiments, monitoring device 102 and user device 104 may be configured to exchange information through a wired connection.

[0090] User device 104 may be a computing device such as a personal computer, a laptop computer, a tablet computer, or a smart phone. Processor(s) 118 may be configured to execute instructions (e.g., a program in the form of, for instance, a mobile application) for generating water property information. In some embodiments, processor(s) 118 may automatically generate water property information whenever receiver 120 receives water property data from transmitter 114 of device 102. In some embodiments, processor(s) 118 may generate water property information when prompted by a user, for example via a user interface 122 of device 104. User interface 122 may comprise one or more user controls configured to receive user input and a display. In some embodiments, processor(s) 118 may be configured to output the water quality information to the user using user interface 122.

[0091] In some embodiments, the water quality information generated by processor(s) 118 can include a water quality score that corresponds to a current overall quality level of the water source. The water quality score may be configured to efficiently convey acomprehensive overview of the quality level of the water source without requiring the user to individually evaluate each water property that was measured by sensors 108. In some embodiments, the water quality score may be output to the user as a number within a defined range, e.g. an integer between 0 and 100 or a number between 0 and 1.

[0092] In some embodiments, the water quality information generated by processor(s) 118 can include information about trends in one or more water properties or in overall water quality. In some embodiments, processor(s) 118 may be configured to generate and display one or more graphs that show changes in one or more water properties or changes in overall water quality over a defined period of time (e.g., over the year preceding the most recent water property measurements).

[0093] Optionally, the water quality information generated by processor(s) 118 can indicate how one or more values in the water property data collected by sensors 108 compare to one or more threshold water property values. A threshold value for a given water property may be a minimum or a maximum value that the water property should take if the water from the water source is of high quality (e.g., if the water is safe to ingest). The water quality information may, for example, include a table that compares measured values in the water property data to threshold values associated with each measurement so that the user can identify whether any specific water quality issues need to be addressed.

[0094] In some embodiments, processor(s) 118 may use machine learning or other artificial intelligence techniques to generate at least a portion of the water quality information. For example, a machine learning model may be used to identify potential sources of contamination based on the water property data and data about the water source (e.g., information about the location of the water source, the age of the pipes that carry water to and from the water source, etc.).

[0095] In addition to communicating with the user by transmitting water quality data to user device 104, monitoring device 102 may be configured to communicate with the user with one or more indicators 110. Indicators 110 may be configured to generate signals (e.g., audio or visual signals) that can be detected by a user of monitoring device 102. Control circuit 112 may control the signals generated by indicators 110 in order to convey information about water quality levels to the user. For example, indicators 110 may comprise a set of multicolored LED lights that are mounted to an outer surface of monitoring device102, and control circuit 110 may activate lights of a certain color based on the water property data collected by sensors 108.

[0096] FIGS. 2A-2B show an exemplary water quality monitoring system 200 installed on a water supply line 224 that carries water from a water source (e.g., a municipal water source, a well, etc.). Like system 100 shown in FIG. 1, system 200 may comprise a water quality monitoring device 202 and a user device 204. Monitoring device 202 may measure a plurality of physical, biological, and chemical properties of water from a water source using a plurality of sensors 208. Water property data collected by sensors 208 may be transmitted by a transmitter 214 of device 202 to user device 204, where it may be used to generate and output (e.g., using a user interface 222) water quality information. Device 202 may also indicate current water quality levels using a plurality of indicators 210.

[0097] In order to collect water property data, monitoring device 202 may require water samples from the water flowing through water supply line 224. Accordingly, monitoring device 202 may comprise a water conduit 206 that is configured to be fluidically coupled to water supply line 224. In some embodiments, as shown in FIG. 2A, water conduit 206 may be fluidically coupled to water supply line 224 using one or more saddle mount valves 232. Saddle valves 232 may be installed on water supply line 224, for example at one or more positions downstream an existing water meter 228 and / or an existing water shutoff control 230. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 2B, monitoring device 202 may be configured to be installed in-line with water supply line 224 (e.g., downstream of an existing water meter 228 and / or an existing water shutoff control 230) so that water conduit 206 (which may be completely housed within device 202) is positioned directly in the flow path of the water in water supply line 224. In some embodiments, monitoring device 202 may be configured to be installed near an end portion of water supply line 224 (e.g., an end that is directly adjacent to or opposite to a water source. In such embodiments, water conduit 206 may comprise threads configured to connect to an existing threaded connection on water supply line 224.

[0098] Device 202 may be configured to receive power from an existing power supply, for example through a wired connection 226 to an electrical socket. In some embodiments, device 202 may be configured to receive power from one or more batteries.

[0099] Once water conduit 206 has been fluidically coupled to water supply line 224, monitoring device 202 may receive a portion of the water that flows through water supply line 224 in water conduit 206. Water conduit 206 may direct the portion of water receivedfrom water supply line to sensors 208 so that water property data can be collected. After sensors 208 have collected water property data, device 202 may be configured to redirect the received portion of water back into water supply line 224. In some embodiments, the received portion of water may be under pressure (due to existing water pressure in the water supply line), which may cause the receive portion to be automatically redirected back into water supply line 224. In some embodiments, device 202 may include a pump configured to redirect water back into water supply line 224. In some embodiments, device 202 may be configured to discard the received portion of water (e.g., via a drainage system).

[0100] Water supply line 224 may be any pipe, hose, or other flow path that carries water from the water source of interest to a final location. In some embodiments, a water monitoring device for a water quality monitoring system (e.g., device 202 shown in FIGS. 2A-2B) may be permanently installed along a water supply line. In other embodiments, a water monitoring device may be configured to be temporarily installed along a water supply line. Temporary installation may be desirable for users who wish to monitor a water source for a limited period of time. Tenants of a rented apartment, for example, may temporarily install a water monitoring device such as device 202 along a water supply line for the apartment for the duration of their lease.

[0101] FIG. 3 shows an exemplary water quality monitoring device 302 that has been installed along a water supply line 324 for a faucet 336. Monitoring device 302 may be a component of a water quality monitoring system such as system 200 shown in FIGS. 2A-2B or system 100 shown in FIG. 1. In some embodiments, monitoring device 302 may receive water from water supply line 324 whenever faucet 336 is in use. The water received from water supply line 324 may be used by monitoring device 302 to collect water property data so that the quality of the water used by faucet 336 may be assessed. Optionally, monitoring device 302 may be installed beneath a sink 334 that is configured to receive water that exits faucet 336.

[0102] In addition to being installed along a water supply line for a faucet, a water quality monitoring device such as device 302 may be configured to be installed along a water supply line for another household fixture that regularly consumes water. For example, a water quality monitoring device may be installed along a water supply line for a washing machine, a shower, a toilet, or a dishwasher.

[0103] In order to increase the portability of the water quality monitoring system, a water quality monitoring device may, in some embodiments, be configured to allow users to manually provide water samples. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, a water quality monitoring device 402 may comprise a water inlet 438 that can direct water to a water conduit or a water reservoir (not shown). The water may be manually provided to the water conduit or water reservoir via water inlet 438 by a user using, e.g., a faucet or a hose coupled to the water source of interest. Water directed to the water conduit or water reservoir by water inlet 438 may be directed by the conduit to a plurality of sensors 408, which may use the water to gather data about various properties of the water source from which the water originated. The data gathered by sensors 408 may be transmitted to a user device by a transmitter 414 so that water quality information may be generated and provided to the user. In some embodiments, water inlet 438 may be sealable (e.g., with a lid or a cap) to prevent water from leaking out of water quality monitor 402 while water property data is being collected as well as to protect the water sample being measured from contamination.

[0104] In some embodiments, a water quality monitoring device for a water quality monitoring system may be configured to generate and output detailed water quality information without relying on a secondary user device. FIG. 5 shows an exemplary water quality monitoring device 502 that comprises a user interface 540. User interface 540 may comprise a display and one or more controls configured to receive user input. Optionally, user interface 540 may comprise a touch screen. Monitoring device 502 may comprise one or more processors and may be configured to generate water quality information based on water property data obtained by a plurality of sensors 508. The water quality information generated by the processors may be displayed on user interface 540.

[0105] An exemplary graphical user interface (GUI) 600 for a water quality monitoring system is shown in FIG. 6. In some embodiments, GUI 600 may be displayed on a user interface of a user device (e.g., user interface 222 of device 204 shown in FIGS. 2A-2B) and / or on a user interface of a water quality monitoring device (e.g., user interface 540 of device 502 shown in FIG. 5). GUI 600 may be configured to display water quality information generated by processors in a water quality monitoring system.

[0106] In some embodiments, the water quality information displayed on GUI 600 can include a water quality score 642, which may provide a numerical measure of the overall quality level of the water source being measured. Optionally, the water quality score 642displayed on GUI 600 may be accompanied by an indication of when the score was last updated (based on, e.g., when water property data was last collected by a monitoring device).

[0107] In some embodiments, GUI 600 can include links 644 to detailed water quality reports. Links 644 may, for example, allow users to view and / or download the raw water property data that was collected by the monitoring device, to view and / or download a report about possible root causes of any water quality issues, or to view and / or download a report comprising recommendations for improving upon the current water quality of the water source.

[0108] In some embodiments, GUI 600 can display water quality trend information 646. Optionally, trend information 646 may comprise one or more graphs that show changes in the value(s) of one or more water properties and / or changes in overall water quality over defined periods of time. In some embodiments, trend information may include information about correlations between one or more of the measured water properties and / or between a measured water property and the overall water property.

[0109] In some embodiments, GUI 600 may be configured to display the measured water property values (648). GUI 600 may allow users to select the water property value that they wish to view (e.g., using a drop-down menu or the like). When a user selects a water property that they wish to view, the most recent value measured for the selected water property may be displayed, along with, in some embodiments, an ideal value or range of values for the selected water property. This may allow users to compare each measured water property value to threshold values associated with each water property to determine whether any properties of the water source of interest are abnormal or not ideal.

[0110] In some embodiments, GUI 600 may allow users to control one or more aspects of the water quality monitoring device. For example, users may be able to calibrate one or more of the water property sensors in the monitoring device (650) by selecting a sensor of interest (e.g., using a drop-down menu or the like) and then inputting calibration information associated with the sensor. GUI 600 may also allow users to schedule measurements of one or more water properties (652) by selecting the water property that they wish to schedule (e.g., using a drop-down menu or the like) and then entering a time that the measurement should be performed (e.g., immediately or at some time in the future).[OHl] An exemplary method 700 for monitoring the water quality of a water source is provided in FIG. 7. Method 700 may be executed by one or more components of a system formonitoring water quality such as system 100 shown in FIG. 1. As shown, water may be received from the water source of interest in a water conduit of a water quality monitoring device (step 702). The water quality monitoring device may measure physical, biological and chemical properties of the water received from the water source using a plurality of sensors (step 704). After the physical, biological and chemical properties of the water have been measured, a transmitter of the water quality monitoring device may transmit water property data associated with the measured water properties to a user device (step 706). The transmitted water property data may be received at the user device by a receiver (step 708) and subsequently used to generate water quality information (step 710). The generated water quality information may then be output to a user of the user device, for example via a graphical user interface such as GUI 600 shown in FIG. 6.

[0112] In one or more examples, the disclosed water quality monitoring systems may include a computer system. FIG. 8 illustrates an exemplary computing system according to examples of the disclosure. Computer 800 can be a host computer connected to a network. Computer 800 can be a client computer or a server. As shown in FIG. 8, computer 800 can be any suitable type of microprocessor-based device, such as a personal computer, workstation, server, or handheld computing device, such as a phone or tablet. The computer can include, for example, one or more of processor 854, input device 856, output device 858, storage 860, and communication device 864. Input device 856 and output device 858 can correspond to those described above and can either be connectable or integrated with the computer.

[0113] Input device 856 can be any suitable device that provides input, such as a touch screen or monitor, keyboard, mouse, or voice-recognition device. Output device 858 can be any suitable device that provides an output, such as a touch screen, monitor, printer, disk drive, or speaker.

[0114] Storage 860 can be any suitable device that provides storage, such as an electrical, magnetic, or optical memory, including a random-access memory (RAM), cache, hard drive, CD-ROM drive, tape drive, or removable storage disk. Communication device 864 can include any suitable device capable of transmitting and receiving signals over a network, such as a network interface chip or card. The components of the computer can be connected in any suitable manner, such as via a physical bus or wirelessly. Storage 860 can be a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium comprising one or more programs, which, when executedby one or more processors, such as processor 854, cause the one or more processors to execute methods described herein.

[0115] Software 862, which can be stored in storage 860 and executed by processor 854, can include, for example, the programming that embodies the functionality of the present disclosure (e.g., as embodied in the systems, computers, servers, and / or devices as described above). In one or more examples, software 862 can include a combination of servers such as application servers and database servers.

[0116] Software 862 can also be stored and / or transported within any computer-readable storage medium for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device, such as those described above, that can fetch and execute instructions associated with the software from the instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. In the context of this disclosure, a computer-readable storage medium can be any medium, such as storage 860, that can contain or store programming for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device.

[0117] Software 862 can also be propagated within any transport medium for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device, such as those described above, that can fetch and execute instructions associated with the software from the instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. In the context of this disclosure, a transport medium can be any medium that can communicate, propagate, or transport programming for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. The transport-readable medium can include but is not limited to, an electronic, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, or infrared wired or wireless propagation medium.

[0118] Computer 800 may be connected to a network, which can be any suitable type of interconnected communication system. The network can implement any suitable communications protocol and can be secured by any suitable security protocol. The network can comprise network links of any suitable arrangement that can implement the transmission and reception of network signals, such as wireless network connections, T1 or T3 lines, cable networks, DSL, or telephone lines.

[0119] Computer 800 can implement any operating system suitable for operating on the network. Software 862 can be written in any suitable programming language, such as C, C++, Java, or Python. In various embodiments, application software embodying the functionality of the present disclosure can be deployed in different configurations, such as ina client / server arrangement or through a Web browser as a Web-based application or Web service, for example.Embodiments

[0120] Embodiment 1. A system for monitoring water quality, the system comprising: a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source; a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir; a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and configured to receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source; a transmitter electrically coupled to the control circuit and configured to transmit the water property data; a receiver configured to receive the transmitted water property data from the transmitter; and one or more processors electrically coupled to the receiver and configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

[0121] Embodiment 2. The system of Embodiment 1, wherein a first sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more microbes.

[0122] Embodiment 3. The system of Embodiment 2, wherein the one or more microbes comprises Giardia duodenalis. Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigella bacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, and SARS-CoV-2.

[0123] Embodiment 4. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-3, wherein a second sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more heavy metals.

[0124] Embodiment 5. The system of Embodiment 4, wherein the one or more heavy metals comprises lead, antimony, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and chromium.

[0125] Embodiment 6. The system of Embodiment 4 or 5, wherein the second sensor comprises a differential pulse voltammetry sensor.

[0126] Embodiment 7. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-6, wherein a third sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a pH.

[0127] Embodiment 8. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-7, wherein a fourth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a temperature.

[0128] Embodiment 9. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-8, wherein a fifth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a turbidity or a clarity level.

[0129] Embodiment 10. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-9, wherein a sixth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure an oxidation-reduction potential.

[0130] Embodiment 11. The system of Embodiment 10, wherein the sixth sensor comprises an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor.

[0131] Embodiment 12. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-11, wherein a seventh sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more organic acids, inorganic acids, alkalis, or salts.

[0132] Embodiment 13. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-12, wherein the plurality of sensors comprises a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor.

[0133] Embodiment 14. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-13, comprising one or more saddle mount valves fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir, wherein the one or more saddle mount valves are configured to mechanically couple to a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0134] Embodiment 15. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-13, wherein the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be installed in-line with a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit to the water source.

[0135] Embodiment 16. The system of Embodiment 14 or 15, wherein the water supply line is a pipe or a hose that is configured to deliver water from the water source to a faucet or a showerhead.

[0136] Embodiment 17. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-16, wherein the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be manually filled with water from the water source by a user.

[0137] Embodiment 18. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-17, wherein the transmitter and the receiver comprise Wi-Fi antennae.

[0138] Embodiment 19. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-18, wherein the receiver and one or more processors are provided in a mobile computing device.

[0139] Embodiment 20. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-19, wherein the water quality information comprises a water quality score that corresponds to an overall water quality level

[0140] Embodiment 21. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-20, wherein the water quality information comprises information about trends in the water property data or trends in an overall water quality level.

[0141] Embodiment 22. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-21, wherein the water quality information indicates how one or more values in the water property data compare to one or more threshold values.

[0142] Embodiment 23. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-22, wherein the one or more processors generate the water quality information using one or more machine learning models.

[0143] Embodiment 24. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-23, comprising a user interface coupled to the one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are configured to output the water quality information using the user interface.

[0144] Embodiment 25. The system of Embodiment 24, wherein: the user interface is configured to receive user input comprising a request for the water quality information, and the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information in response to the receipt of the user input.

[0145] Embodiment 26. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-25, wherein the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information at predetermined intervals.

[0146] Embodiment 27. The system of Embodiment 26, wherein the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information once per day.

[0147] Embodiment 28. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-25, wherein the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information upon receipt of the water quality data by the receiver.

[0148] Embodiment 29. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-28, comprising one or more indicators coupled to the control circuit, wherein the control circuit is configured to: compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold waterproperty values; and indicate, using the one or more indicators, a water quality level based on the comparison between the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

[0149] Embodiment 30. The system of Embodiment 29, wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more lights.

[0150] Embodiment 31. The system of Embodiment 29, wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more devices configured to emit noise.

[0151] Embodiment 32. The system of Embodiment 31, wherein the one or more devices configured to emit noise are electroacoustic transducers.

[0152] Embodiment 33. The system of any one of Embodiments 1-32, comprising a flow meter configured to indicate whether water from the water source is flowing and / or a rate at which water from the water source is flowing when the plurality of sensors measure the one or more properties.

[0153] Embodiment 34. A device for monitoring water quality, the device comprising: a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source; a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir; a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and the one or more indicators and configured to: receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source; and compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold water property values; and one or more indicators configured to indicate, a water quality level based on the comparison between the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

[0154] Embodiment 35. The device of Embodiment 34, comprising a transmitter coupled to the control circuit and configured to transmit the water property data collected by the plurality of sensors to a second device comprising one or more processors configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

[0155] Embodiment 36. The device of Embodiment 34 or 35, wherein a first sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more microbes.

[0156] Embodiment 37. The device of Embodiment 36, wherein the one or more microbes comprises Giardia duodenalis. Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigella bacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, and SARS-CoV-2.

[0157] Embodiment 38. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-37, wherein a second sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more heavy metals.

[0158] Embodiment 39. The device of Embodiment 38, wherein the one or more heavy metals comprise lead, antimony, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and chromium.

[0159] Embodiment 40. The device of Embodiment 38 or 39, wherein the second sensor is a differential pulse voltammetry sensor.

[0160] Embodiment 41. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-40, wherein a third sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a pH.

[0161] Embodiment 42. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-41, wherein a fourth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a temperature.

[0162] Embodiment 43. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-42, wherein a fifth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure a turbidity or a clarity level.

[0163] Embodiment 44. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-43, wherein a sixth sensor of the plurality of sensors is configured to measure an oxidation-reduction potential.

[0164] Embodiment 45. The device of Embodiment 44, wherein the sixth sensor is an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor.

[0165] Embodiment 46. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-45, wherein a seventh sensor the plurality of sensors is configured to detect one or more of: organic acids, inorganic acids, alkalis, or salts.

[0166] Embodiment 47. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-46, wherein the plurality of sensors comprises a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor.

[0167] Embodiment 48. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-47, comprising one or more saddle mount valves configured to mechanically couple to a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0168] Embodiment 49. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-47, wherein the device is configured to be installed in-line with a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

[0169] Embodiment 50. The device of Embodiment 48 or 49, wherein the water supply line is a pipe or a hose that is configured to deliver water from the water source to a faucet or a showerhead.

[0170] Embodiment 51. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-50, wherein the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be manually filled with water from the water source by a user.

[0171] Embodiment 52. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-51, wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more lights.

[0172] Embodiment 53. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-52, wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more devices configured to emit noise.

[0173] Embodiment 54. The device of Embodiment 53, wherein the one or more devices configured to emit noise are electroacoustic transducers.

[0174] Embodiment 55. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-54, wherein the control circuit is configured to compare the water quality data to the one or more threshold water property values at predetermined intervals.

[0175] Embodiment 56. The device of any one of Embodiments 34-55, wherein the control circuit is configured to compare the water quality data to the one or more threshold water property values once per day.

[0176] The foregoing description, for the purpose of explanation, has been described with reference to specific embodiments and / or examples. However, the illustrative discussions above are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed. Many modifications and variations are possible in view of the above teachings. The embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the techniques and their practical applications. Others skilled in the art are thereby enabled to best utilize the techniques and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.

[0177] Although the disclosure and examples have been fully described with reference to the accompanying figures, it is to be noted that various changes and modifications will become apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications are to be understood as being included within the scope of the disclosure and examples as defined by the claims. Finally, the entire disclosure of the patents and publications referred to in this application are hereby incorporated herein by reference.

[0178] Any of the systems, methods, techniques, and / or features disclosed herein may be combined, in whole or in part, with any other systems, methods, techniques, and / or features disclosed herein.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A system for monitoring water quality, the system comprising: a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source; a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir; a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and configured to receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source; a transmitter electrically coupled to the control circuit and configured to transmit the water property data; a receiver configured to receive the transmitted water property data from the transmitter; and one or more processors electrically coupled to the receiver and configured to generate water quality information based on the water property data.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the plurality of sensors comprises one or more of a first sensor configured to detect one or more of Giardia duodenalis, Escherichia coli, Legionella bacteria, Hepatovirus A, Vibrio cholerae. Shigella bacteria, Entamoeba histolytica, Salmonella bacteria, norovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, or SARS-CoV-2, a second sensor configured to detect one or more heavy metals comprising one or more of lead, antimony, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, or chromium, a third sensor configured to measure a pH, a fourth sensor configured to measure a temperature, a fifth sensor configured to measure a turbidity or a clarity level, a sixth sensor configured to measure an oxidation-reduction potential, a seventh sensor configured to detect one or more organic acids, inorganic acids, alkalis, or salts, or a total dissolved solids (TDS) sensor.

3. The system of claim 2, wherein the second sensor comprises a differential pulse voltammetry sensor.

4. The system of claim 2, wherein the sixth sensor comprises an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) sensor.

5. The system of claim 1, comprising one or more saddle mount valves fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir, wherein the one or more saddle mount valvesare configured to mechanically couple to a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit or water reservoir to the water source.

6. The system of claim 1, wherein the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be installed in-line with a water supply line that is fluidically coupled to the water source in order to fluidically couple the water conduit to the water source.

7. The system of claim 5 or 6, wherein the water supply line is a pipe or a hose that is configured to deliver water from the water source to a faucet or a showerhead.

8. The system of claim 1, wherein the water conduit or water reservoir is configured to be manually filled with water from the water source by a user.

9. The system of claim 1, wherein the receiver and the one or more processors are provided in a mobile computing device.

10. The system of claim 1, wherein the water quality information comprises a water quality score that corresponds to an overall water quality level.

11. The system of claim 1, wherein the water quality information comprises information about trends in the water property data or trends in an overall water quality level.

12. The system of claim 1, wherein the water quality information indicates how one or more values in the water property data compare to one or more threshold values.

13. The system of claim 1, wherein the one or more processors generate the water quality information using one or more machine learning models.

14. The system of claim 1, comprising a user interface coupled to the one or more processors, wherein the one or more processors are configured to output the water quality information using the user interface.

15. The system of claim 14, wherein: the user interface is configured to receive user input comprising a request for the water quality information, and the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information in response to the receipt of the user input.

16. The system of claim 1, wherein the one or more processors are configured to generate the water quality information at one or more of a predetermined interval or upon receipt of the water quality data by the receiver.

17. The system of claim 1, comprising one or more indicators coupled to the control circuit, wherein the control circuit is configured to: compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold water property values; and indicate, using the one or more indicators, a water quality level based on the comparison between the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

18. The system of claim 17, wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more of a light or a device configured to emit noise.

19. The system of claim 1, comprising a flow meter configured to indicate whether water from the water source is flowing and / or a rate at which water from the water source is flowing when the plurality of sensors measure the one or more properties.

20. A device for monitoring water quality, the device comprising: a water conduit or water reservoir configured to receive water from a water source; a plurality of sensors fluidically coupled to the water conduit or water reservoir and configured to measure one or more properties of water from the water source received by the water conduit or water reservoir; a control circuit electrically coupled to the plurality of sensors and the one or more indicators and configured to: receive, from the plurality of sensors, water property data comprising measurements of the one or more properties of water from the water source; and compare one or more values in the water property data to one or more threshold water property values; and one or more indicators configured to indicate, a water quality level based on the comparison between the one or more values in the water property data and the one or more threshold water property values.

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