AUTOMATED WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND THEFT DETECTION

Abstract

Growing Population has led to a substantial increase in the demand for water, even leading to theft. Due to
unequal distribution of water across the city has caused discontent among the locals. People living among the primmest
locations are unable to avail 24 hours water supply. Unorganized and unaccounted use of water can lead to more severe
problems. The paper proposes an implementation of adequate and resourceful use of water using a PROGRAMMABLE
LOGIC CONTROLLER (PLC). PLC is an essential part of this system which is helps to reduce manual interference and
wastage of water. The key components used are the level sensor, solenoid valve and the relay circuit. The level sensor
senses the level of the water and signals the PLC to stop the flow of water through the solenoid valve, thus restricting the
flow from the main tank. The time base feature enables to detect any theft done by way of pressure manipulation and thus
ensuring equal water to all consumers. In theft as well as equal distribution mode when water reaches a stipulated level
the water flow is cut-off by closing the solenoid valve.