Irrigation Control System Drag-and-Drop Interface

The irrigation system performs self-service through automated control. The controller automatically opens and closes valves according to pre-programmed irrigation schedules without requiring user intervention. The system monitors its own operation status and executes irrigation tasks autonomously, eliminating the need for manual valve operation while maintaining reliable performance through built-in control logic and timing mechanisms.

The patent replaces manual mechanical valve operation with an automated control system. The controller uses electrical or electronic signals to actuate valves, substituting the mechanical hand-wrench operation with automated motorized or solenoid-driven valve control. This substitution eliminates the need for physical manual intervention while maintaining precise control over irrigation timing and duration.

The controller creates and stores copies of irrigation programs in its memory. Multiple irrigation schedules, valve sequences, and timing parameters are replicated and saved as reusable program templates. Users can copy existing programs, modify them as needed, and store multiple versions, eliminating the need to re-program from scratch and simplifying the programming process while maintaining high operational efficiency through automated execution of these stored program copies.

The system performs preliminary actions by pre-programming irrigation schedules, valve sequences, and timing parameters before the actual irrigation execution. All control logic, timing sequences, and operational parameters are prepared in advance and stored in the controller's memory, allowing the system to automatically execute complex irrigation patterns without requiring users to program during the actual irrigation operation. This preliminary programming approach simplifies user interaction while enabling sophisticated automated control.