IANS | 26 Jan, 2024
A student at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has
developed a water quality monitoring device that is highly
cost-effective and integrated with IOT (Internet of Things).
The
R-SAM-PRO device comprehensively addresses critical water and sanitation
needs with technological innovation, integrating IoT, multiple sensors,
and AI readiness for advanced water quality monitoring.
The system's real-time data provision is crucial for environmental conservation and resource management.
Its
affordability and user-friendly design make it highly accessible, with
potential for widespread adoption, especially in resource-limited
settings, significantly enhancing water quality monitoring practices.
"Our
product's impact on social communities lies in its affordability,
accessibility, and real-time data transmission capabilities. By
providing a cost-effective, multi-parametric, IoT-enabled solution, we
aim to empower communities and authorities with the tools needed for
effective water resource management and remediation," said Satyam, a PhD
Scholar at the varsity's Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering.
The
device won him the "Best Product Design" award under the category of
Water and Sanitation, at the prestigious Vishwakarma Awards 2023,
organised by the IIT-Delhi in partnership with Maker Bhavan Foundation
and the WIN Foundation.
This competition aimed to identify and
support the brightest minds in technology innovation from science and
engineering colleges across India.
The theme for 2023 was 'Water & Sanitation, Clean Technology & Smart Mobility'.
"Satyam's
project, a beacon of technological advancement, reflects a deep
understanding of the challenges faced in water resource management,
particularly in developing nations. The system's affordability,
accessibility, and real-time data transmission capabilities are not just
a testament to his technical prowess but also his commitment to
societal betterment," said Prof. Sanjukta Patra, Department of
Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT-Guwahati.
Satyam said his
inspiration to develop the device was "led by the critical issue of
water pollution, especially in developing countries. My aim was to
empower communities and authorities for effective water resource
management".
The IoT-enabled real-time water monitoring system
comes with integrated GPS, diverse sensors, hybrid power system,
advanced data retrieval.
