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Mercado, Jaysent D.
Masiclat, Jehzter Carl
Santiago, Jomar
Salenga, Jose Jesus
Sunga, John Steven

This research proposal is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for

Senior High School - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Don Honorio Ventura Technological State University.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page..............................................................................................................................i
Approval Sheet....................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents................................................................................................................iii
List of Tables......................................................................................................................iv
List of Figures......................................................................................................................v
List of Appendices..............................................................................................................vi

Chapter Page
1 THE PROBLEM AND REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND
STUDIES

Introduction..................................................................................................1
Conceptual Framework................................................................................4
Statement of the Problem.............................................................................5
Significance of the Study.............................................................................6
Scope and delimitation.................................................................................6
Definition of Terms......................................................................................7

2 MATERIALS AND METHODS

Research Design.........................................................................................10
Research Locale.........................................................................................10
Research Respondents and Sampling Technique......................................10
Research Instrument...................................................................................11
Questionnaire.............................................................................................11
Validation of Instrument…………………………………………………12
Administration of Instrument…………………………………………….12
Data Gathering Procedure……………………………………………….12
Ethnical Consideration…………………………………………………...13
Data Analysis…………………………………………………………….13
Product Development…………………………………………………….14
Budgetary Requirements…………………………………………………20

3 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

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RERERENCES

APPENDICES iv

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LIST OF TABLES
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1 Table Interpretation for Weighted Mean 13

2 Assessment of the materials of the water level sensor 21
3. Assessment of the cost of the water level sensor 22
4. Assessment of the physical feature of the water level sensor 22
5. Assessment of the durability of the water level sensor 23
6. Assessment of the functionality of the water level sensor 24
7. Assessment of the performance of the water level sensor 25
8. Assessment of the workmanship of the water level sensor 26

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LIST OF FIGURES
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1 The paradigm of the study 4

2 Sketch of the product 17
3 Schematic Diagram 18

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LIST OF APPENDICES
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A Permit to conduct study 23

B Memorandum with the Adviser and Advisee 24
C Letter to the Validator 25
D Validator’s Certificate 26
E Letter to the Statistician 27
F Questionnaire 28-29
G Unstructured Interview 30
H Observation Instrument 31
I Gantt Chart 19

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Chapter 1

THE PROBLEM AND REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

Water level sensors are big help on creating awareness of the current status of

liquids whether it is inside of the container or outside in the environment. It uses different

kinds of sensors to gather data which will be processed by a computer and converts it to

human readable display. Water Level Sensors are used to detect the level of substances

that can flow. Such substances include liquids, slurries, granular material and powders.

(www. Rshydro.co.uk).

According to swan-tool.com, ultrasonic sensors are the most common non-contact

sensors for sewer water level measurement. It measures the time-of-flight ultrasonic

pulses reflected from a surface or water surface. Another type of non-contact is Radar

sensor. It also measures the time-of-flight of pulses but instead of ultrasonic, it uses radio

frequency. Radar uses more power than ultrasonic, and due to it, radars are more

expensive than ultrasonic. Every sensor needs a processor that is powered up of some

kind of sources. And usually, they are very complicated and requires special hardware to

program the controller. As stated by Yusuf (2014), Arduino made all this easy by making

it simple through programing, erasing, and reprograming in a very convenient time. This

means Arduino can be programmed easily to operate the Ultrasonic sensor.

This study aims to build a water level sensor which is simple, reliable, easy to use,

and easy to install that could notify not only by alarm, but also through SMS, which is

one of the most widely used data application.

According to Dr. Stuart Styles of Irrigation Training Research Center (ITTRC)

(2003), ultrasonic transmit coned shaped sound waves through the air. These pulses are

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reflected by the liquid and received by the sensor. The time interval is converted to a

distance by an electronic device or microcontroller. No parts of the sensor ever touched

the liquid, a distinct advantage of this sensor type. It means that the sensor is not affected

by dirty water, floating debris, or aquatic wildlife. Another advantage of Ultrasonic

sensor is that it is not affected by high flow rates making it appropriate for rivers and

lakes. Other advantages are low maintenance, can withstand freezing temperature, and

long term reliability.

Agreeing to Tarulescu (2013), ultrasonic sensors are useful under poor lightning

conditions or when there are many transparent objects such as windows, glass as where

infrared or vision-based sensor based fail. He used Arduino microcontroller to trigger

pulses to the sensor in his experiment. He also stated that the sonar ultrasonic sensor is

used in different types of applications due to low cost and high precision compared with

other distance sensors.

Tarulescu (2013), in different study, conducted measurement experiments with the

ultrasonic sensor with different presets distance by using plane obstacles with different

widths, and obstacles with triangular and circular cross-sections. The obstacles was

placed at 20 to 200 mm over the ultrasonic sensor, and the measurements was made at

714,5 mmHg atmospheric pressure and 24 oC (297 K) temperature.

According to the test shown in the article of Ausilio (2011), the Arduino UNO is

an accurate platform for a series of lab settings. However, the accuracy could depend on

the programing style, but the Arduino proved that it is robust enough to be accurate even

with poor programing. Their test showed an impressive accuracy, 1,000 trials led to the

same exact value. Their test results indicate a fairly high degree reliability. The test

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showed that Arduino boards can be quite accurate in 1/0 tasks. In conclusion, the critical

advantage of the Arduino is mostly related to the large open-source community that has

flourished.

Rapid advances in electronic technologies have made a variety of inexpensive

sensing, monitoring, and control capabilities available. An open-source project call

Arduino where resulted in the creation of programmable microcontroller development

platform. As an open-source device, anyone could modify and program it by using simple

hardware and software. It lessen the expenses for programing microcontroller with high

reliability and expansion capability through add-on circuit boards (Fisher and Sui, 2013).

As stated by Geers (2001) mentioned by Peijiang and Xuehua, GSM (Global

System for Mobile communication) is a digital communication network which develops

rapidly in recent years. Short Message Service of GSM is the valued-added service based

on data packet switching provided by mobile communication company using GSM

networks.

The coverage of the network is improved and the expensive network building and

maintenance cost can be saved for users because the GSM network can be interconnected

and roamed all over the country, it has strong network ability, the users has no need to

organize another network (McKinion, 2004).

According to Huang et. al. (2010), GSM networks have advantages of mature

technology, wide covering area, long communication distance, and sound communication

effect and so on. The remote home security system they presented combines so many

advantages of WSN and GSM. Firstly, this system can send alarm short message to the

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users through GSM networks immediately, informing people the possible dangerous

circumstances in home wherever the users are.

Su (2000) studied to design a new water level for irrigation water measurement to

reduce the investment of water measuring equipment required for agriculture

management. It is based on Ultrasonic pules-echo technology, includes ultrasonic

transmission circuit, echo receiver circuit, data output circuit and micro control unit

(MCU) with specially designed transformer and a drive circuit based on the quality for

accepting circuit.

Conceptual Framework

Input Process Output

1.Quality of the water

level sensor in terms of:
1.1 materials
used,
1.2 cost,
1.3 physical
feature, and
1.4 special
feature
2. Test of water level
sensor in terms of:
2.1 accuracy, and
2.2 durability
3. Acceptability of water
level sensor in terms of:
3.1 functionality,
3.2 performance,
and
3.4 workmanship

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Figure 1 shows the input-process-output of the study. For the input, consist of

description of Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water level Sensor with GSM module

in terms of materials used, cost, physical feature, and special feature. Testing of

Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM module in terms of

accuracy and durability. Acceptability of Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level

Sensor with GSM module in terms of functionality, performance, and workmanship.

Product Development questionnaire, interview and testing will be used for the process.

For the output is expected to have a efficient Computerized Alarming Ultrasonic Water

Level Sensor with GSM module.

Statement of the Problem

The study aims to develop a new variety device of alarming water level sensor

with GSM that can aware the people in the status of water level on their bridge or flood.

Specifically, the researchers aim to answer the following:

1. How would the product quality be described in terms of:

1.1 materials used,

1.2 cost,

1.3 physical features, and

1.4 special feature?

2. How would the product be tested in terms of:

2.1 accuracy and

2.2 durability?

3. What is the acceptability level of the product in terms of:

3.1 functionality,

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3.2 performance, and

3.3 workmanship?

Significance of the Study

Barangay Officials. This study will be beneficial to the Barangay officials to

make things easier in monitoring water level to know when to conduct emergency

procedures and secure the safety of the community

Community and students. This study will benefit the community as well as the

students becoming prepared during calamities such as floods; it is the fact that being

ready and aware can save one’s life. This device is a protective measure for people and

property against this adverse effect of this kind of calamity.

Future researchers. For the future researchers, the device could be further

evaluated in terms of reliability and consistency of the alarm in the future.

Scope and Delimitations

This device is capable in measuring the water level of flood, water in dams, home

use of water leveling, and sending messages using Short Message Service(SMS) to

cellular phones whose number are inputted to device, The message contains the data of

water level which monitored by the system. It is capable of sensing the level using

ultrasonic sensor where place at the top and measures the water level. The system also

has alarming buzzer which is triggered when the water level is on the critical level. The

system also has a warning LED lights. There are 4 colors of light for different level

(Green for safe, Yellow for prepare, Orange for danger, and Red for critical)

This product is used only for floods and water dam purposes. It is used to measure

the level of the flood or water dam. It can measure a several meters but this is

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programmed depending on the water level and depends where it is placed. When the

water level reached the critical level will trigger the alarm, this is the signal that you will

evacuate immediately. In water dams, if the alarm triggered the dam will release the

water all the way through the river. This is powered via 9 volt battery, USB power source,

or external power source. The product tends to use a solar panel but there are problems

when it comes to financial. The system also relies to GSM network for the information of

the water level. It submits a SMS message to the phone numbers for the information of

the water level. There will be a limitation if the message was not given because of

network error or blocked. This is not design for alternate transmission for SMS.

Definition of Terms

Drive Circuits. A semiconductor fab is a manufacturing plant in which raw

silicon wafers are turned into integrated circuits, (whatis.techtarget.com). In this study,

drive circuits are used to intact electrical components to make them solid.

GSM. Global System for Mobile communication is a digital mobile telephony

system that is widely used in Europe and other parts of the world. GSM uses a variation

of time division multiple access (TDMA) and is the most widely used of the three

digital wireless telephony technologies (TDMA, GSM, and CDMA). GSM digitizes and

compresses data, then sends it down a channel with two other streams of user data, each

in its own time slot. It operates at either the 900 MHz or 1800 MHz frequency band,

(searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). Operationally, GSM is to be used as a module 8

which sends SMS to a single or multiple mobile numbers.

LED. (Light-emitting Diode) sometimes called light-emitting

polymer or polyLED - is a technology based on the use of polymer as

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the semiconductor material in LEDs. Polymers are chemical substances that consist of

large molecules that are, themselves, made from many smaller and simpler molecules:

proteins and DNA are examples of naturally occurring polymers; many others, such as

nylon, are artificially created. Because of their flexibility and strength, polymers are used

for products such as car bumpers and bullet-proof vests, (whatis.techtarget.com). In this

study, LEDs are used as an indicator of the product.

Microcontroller. It is a compact integrated circuit designed to govern a specific

operation in an embedded system, (whatis.techtarget.com). Conceptually, microcontroller

is used to drive the ultrasonic and GSM module according to the transmitted program.

Power Supply. It is an electronic device which converts one electrical input to

another electrical output that is suitable for another electronic device. It Also knows as

power brick or power adapter , (www.techmopedia.com). In this study, transformer is

used as a power source of the GSM module.

Radar. Radar is an acronym for "radio detection and ranging." A radar system

usually operates in the ultra-high-frequency (UHF) or microwave part of the radio-

frequency (RF) spectrum, and is used to detect the position and/or movement of objects.

Radar can track storm systems, because precipitation reflects electromagnetic fields at

certain frequencies. Radar can also render precise maps. Radar systems are widely used

in air-traffic control, aircraft navigation, and marine navigation,

(searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). In this study, Radar is used as an another 9

example of water level sensor.

Sensor. Sensor is a device that detects and responds to some type of input from

the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture,

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pressure, or any one of a great number of other environmental phenomena. The output is

generally a signal that is converted to human-readable display at the sensor location or

transmitted electronically over a network for reading or further processing,

(www.techtarget.com). In this study, sensor is used to input a distance of the device to a

certain object.

SMS. SMS stands for Short Message Service and is also commonly referred to as

a "text message". With a SMS, you can send a message of up to 160 characters to another

device. Longer messages will automatically be split up into several parts. Most cell

phones support this type of text messaging, (searchmobilecomputing.techtarget.com). In

this study, SMS is used as the type of message to be sent in a certain receiver based on

the given number in the GSM module.

Ultrasonic. Ultrasonic vibrations of frequencies greater than the upper limit of the

audible range for humans—that is, greater than about 20 kilohertz. The term sonic is

applied to ultrasound waves of very high amplitudes. Hypersound, sometimes called

praetersound or microsound, is sound waves of frequencies greater than 1012 hertz. In

such high frequencies, it is very difficult for a sound wave to propagate efficiently;

indeed, above a frequency of about 1.25 × 1013 hertz. It is impossible for longitudinal

waves to propagate at all, even in a liquid or a solid, because the molecules of the

material in which the waves are traveling cannot pass the vibration along rapidly enough,

(www.britannica.com). In this study, ultrasonic is used as a device for measuring water

level.

Chapter 2

MATERIALS AND METHODS

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This chapter presents the research design, research locale, respondents and

sampling technique, data gathering procedure, data analysis, and the product

development.

Research Design

The study employed a mixed method research. Based on Collins, Onwuegbuzie

and Surron (2006), it is a sequential design utilizing identical sample use to classify

mixed methods studies via two dimensional models. The study will use mixed method

because the researchers will use questionnaire and unstructured interview. The study is

qualitative research because it is a product development and quantitative because

researchers will conduct a survey.

Research Locale

This product was developed at Block 59, Lot 13, Bulaon Resettlement, City of

San Fernando, Pampanga.

Research Respondents and Sampling Technique

The study haved five (5) respondents. The respondents are one (1) Electronics

Engineer, one (1) Civil Engineer, one (1) Mechanical Engineer, one (1) Electrical Teacher

and one (1) Information and Technology teacher.

The study used purposive sampling procedure. According to Bernard (2002), the

purposive sampling technique, is the calculated answers of a participant due to the

experiences, qualities, or profession the participant possesses. It is a non-random

technique that does not need set number of participants. Simply put what the researchers

wants to know and sets out to locate people who can and are willing to provide

information by virtue of knowledge and experience. The purposive sampling technique is

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more reliable in this study because the product is more likely to understand of certain

people with experiences about electronics.

Research Instruments

To gather compatible data and information need to develop this product, the

proponent used survey questionnaire, unstructured interview, and testing of the product.

The survey questionnaire used is composed of product development and the general

acceptability of the product. The unstructured interview served as to gather suggestions or

data needed in improving the product during the development of the project.

Questionnaire

The questionnaire is the major instrument in collecting data, The questionnaire

was constructed to attain the purpose of the study.

The questionnaire includes seven (7) parts.

Part I deals on the materials in terms of: appropriate materials used in the product.

` Part II deals on the cost in terms of: the product is budget friendly to the users.

Part III deals on the physical feature in terms of: compact placement of the parts.

Part IV deals on the durability in terms of: 24/7 operation to monitor the water

level every second.

Part V deals on the functionality in terms of: the function that the product must do

to grant its purpose

Part VI deals on the performance in terms of: the speed, accuracy, and the correct 12

measurement of the water level.

Part VII deals on the workmanship in terms of: the reliability, stability, and the

long lasting life span of the product

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Validation of Instrument

The questionnaire are validated by the expertise in the field of Research and

Science. The questionnaire is validated by Arnel T. Gutierrez, MAEd, Eddiebal P. Layco,

MAE and Alberto G. Gamboa, Ed. D. The questionnaire are validated and edited for its

suitability.

Administration of the Instrument

The researchers were given the permit to conduct a study from the Senior High

School Department. With the approval, the researchers personally distributed the

questionnaire to the respondents.

Data Gathering Procedure

The following were the steps in gathering the necessary data:

1. The proponents plan for the construction of “Computerized Alarming

Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM Module”

2. Construction and building of the product

2.1 Consolation to the research adviser

2.2 Purchasing and searching for necessary parts and materials

2.3 Following the steps in making the product

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3. Assessment of the product

3.1 Survey questionnaire will be given to respondents. The researchers will

conduct a sample experiment of the product to evaluate the description

and effectiveness.

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3.2 Unstructured interview will be conducted to gather the respondents own

perception of the product that will contribute to the development of the

project.

Ethnical Consideration

The consent was secured by the researcher’s adviser. The entire essence of the

study was comprehensively interpreted by the proponents. Rest assured that all data will

be secured with full confidentiality.

Data Analysis

Gathered quantitative data were classified, organized, tallied and tabulated.

Frequency percentage and weighted mean is used.

The study also made use of Likert Scale with its verbal description to interpret the

weighted mean.

Table Interpretation for Weighted Mean

Data Verbal Interpretation Weighted Mean

5 Outstanding 4.21-5.00
4 Better 3.41-4.20
3 Good 2.61-3.40
2 Fair 1.81-2.60 14
1 Poor 1.00-1.80

Product Development

Phase 1: Planning Phase

The planning session was undertaken to conceptualize the Computerized

Alarming Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor with GSM Module design, the possibilities of

error, the program to be used, the availability of the materials, and the total cost of the

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product. Brainstorming of ideas was conducted to predict the significance of the product.

Regular meeting was organized to make progress about the product.

Phase II: Development Phase

Parts

 Ultrasonic HC-SR04 sensor

 Float Sensor
 Arduino Uno microcontroller
 GSM Module SIM900A
 SIM Card
 LED lights
 Circuit board 15
 12v and 5v power supply
 Pin connectors
 Resistors
 Buzzer
 Plastic Casing

Materials

 Computer/Laptop
 Arduino software
 USB type A male to type B male cable
 Soldering Iron
 Solder led
 Solder paste

Procedure

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connecting it to computer and use
Connect the GSM module to arduino according
the arduino software. Use the necessary to the
script.
script. Make sure the GSM module is equipped with a
SIMFloat
Connect the Ultrasonic and card sensor to arduino which
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1. Connecting

Solder the LEDs with the resistors to a circuit board and

connect it to arduino. Connect the ground of the arduino to the
2. Soldering circuit board and solder it with series of female headers. This 16
should act as common ground. Connect the buzzer to the
common ground and to arduino.

Start to power up the arduino by connecting it to a 12v

power supply. Make sure it is stable.

3. Powering

Connect the GSM module to a 5v power supply. Make sure

it is stable enough to sustain the stability of network
connection.

4. Testing and Test and observe. Check every connection if there is an

observing error. Try to look at the script to diagnose.

5. Casing Put the finish product into a plastic casing to secure

everything.

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Design Sketch

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Figure 2: Sketch of the product

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Schematic Diagram

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Figure 3: Schematic Diagram of the product

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Phase IV: Testing and Evaluation

The product will undergo evaluation by giving questionnaire and conducting

unstructured interview to respondents. The testing of the product was conducted during

the actual presentation in front of the respondents.

Budgetary Requirements

Arduino Uno Php 295.00

Ultrasonic HC-SR04 sensor Php 140.00

Float Sensor Php 400.00

GSM Module SIM800L Php 1,800.00

SIM card Php 40.00

Power Supply Php 400.00

Circuit board Php 20.00

Connectors x12 Php 96.00

LED 4x Php 28.00

Buzzer Php 60.00

Plastic Casing Php 190.00

Total Php 3,469.00

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Chapter 3

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

This chapter presents the data gathered as well as their analysis and interpretation.

1.0 Description of the Water level sensor

1.1 Functionality

This product measures any kind of liquid. The water level sensor gives

alarm when the water level is increasing, sends a SMS message if the water level reached

the critical level. Four LEDs green for stable, yellow for monitor, orange for, ready for

evacuation, and red for evacuate. It has two sensors which are ultrasonic and float sensor

to measure the water level with correct information

1.2 Performance

The water level sensor is accurate in terms of measuring the distance of

the water level. Buzzer has a pattern of buzzing in different kinds of level to determine

the level. Sending text is immediate.

1.3 Workmanship

This product lessen the struggle to inform people on what actually is the

level which can save more time to react in times of emergencies.

1.4 Materials

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The materials used for this study are Arduino Uno the microcontroller,

GSM module which sends SMS messages. LED lights (Red, Orange, Yellow, and Green).

A buzzer which is triggered. The Ultrasonic sensor and Float sensor that measures the

water level. A power supply composed of transformer that is connected to a circuit which

outputs are 12v and 5v. Connecting wires which connects the Led lights, Buzzer GSM

module, Transformer Ultrasonic sensor and Float sensor to the Arduino Uno.

1.5 Process

The process starts from programming the Arduino Uno to operate the

Ultrasonic sensor, Float sensor, GSM module, buzzer, and LEDs with corresponding pin

to be used. Then connecting the parts to the microcontroller and securing the product with

a plastic casing.

Table 5

Assessment of the materials of the water level sensor

Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1. Appropriate Materials 4.6 Outstanding

Weighted Mean 4.6 Outstanding

Figure 4:

In table 5. Presents the findings about the description in terms of materials. In the 22

table shows that5 the materials are appropriate.

The materials of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents

that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

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“Materials used are available locally”(R3)

“Ok” (R2)

Table 6

Assessment of the cost of the water level sensor

Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1.Budget Friendly 4.6 Outstanding

Weighted Mean 4.6 Outstanding

Figure 6:

In table 5. Presents the findings about the description in terms of cost. In

the table shows that the cost of the water level sensor is budget friendly and it is

affordable..

The cost of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents that

commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Economical” (R3)

Table 7

Assessment of the physical feature of the water level sensor

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Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1.Compact placement of parts 4.6 Outstanding

Weighted Mean 4.6 Outstanding

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Figure 7:

In table 7. Presents the findings about the description in terms of physical feature.

In the table shows that thephysical feature of the is good because the compact placement

of parts are accurate..

The physical feature of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are

respondents that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Compact” (R3)

“Ok” (R4)

Table 8

Assessment of the durability of the water level sensor

Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1.24/7 operation capability 3.8 Very Good

Weighted Mean 3.8 Very Good

Figure 8:

In table 8. Presents the findings about the description in terms of durability. In the

table shows that the it can function 24/7. It shows that the can last longer and can manage 24

more time.

The durability of the water level sensor is in middle rating. There are respondents

that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“I woul say not durable enough but passable for a prototype”(R1

“Maganda sya” (R2)

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“May last f or a long period of time if secured properly” (R3)

Table 9

Assessment of the functionality of the water level sensor

Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1. Gives alarm 4.8 Outstanding

2. Measures water level 5 Outstanding

3. Sends message 4.8 Outstanding

4. Fail safe 4.6 Outstanding

Weighted Mean 4.8 Outstanding

Figure 9:

In table 9. Presents the findings about the description in terms of functionality. In

the table shows that the buzzer it can gives alarm. It sends SMS because of the GSM

module. It measures the water level beacause of the ultrasonic sensor and float sensor.

The functionality of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents 25

that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Ayos sya” (R1)

“Appropriate” (R2)

` “Very functional” (R3)

Table 10

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Assessment of the performance of the water level sensor

Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1. Gives correct information 4.8 Outstanding

2. Has a correct measurement 4.8

of water level Outstanding

3. The speed reaction in 4.8

measuring water level Outstanding

Weighted Mean 4.8 Outstanding

Figure 10:

In table 10. Presents the findings about the description in terms of performance.

In the table shows that the water level sensor gives a correct information because the

measurement is updated. The measurement of water level is correct because of the

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distance of the sensor between the water is accurate. It responds immediately because of

the ultrasonic and float sensor are sensitive

The performance of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents

that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Acceptable” (R2)

“High performance” (R3)

Table 11

Assessment of the workmanship of the water level sensor

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Indicators Weighted Mean Verbal Description

1.Stable condition of the sensor 4.8 Outstanding

2. Reliable in times of emergencies 4.6 Outstanding

3. Long lasting life span 4.2 Very Good

Weighted Mean 4.53 Outstanding

Figure 11:

In table 11. Presents the findings about the description in terms of performance.

In the table shows that the water level sensor has a stable condition because this attached

to a specific place and has a good condition. This is reliable in emergencies because it can

help the people prepare and get ready for a upcoming disaster.

The performance of the water level sensor is in high rating. There are respondents

that commended the materials but there are who are not pleased enough.

“Should arrange the prototype a bit more tidy” (R2)

“Highly functional and workable” (R3)

Chapter 4

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMENDATION

This chapter presents the summary of the thesis entitled “Arduino Based Water

Level Sensor” as well as the conclusion, and recommendation based on the findings of

the study.

Summary

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The following are the summary of the findings:

1. The parts used in the product are: Arduino Uno, SIM 800L GSM module,

Ultrasonic HC-SR04, Float sensor, Buzzer, 4 LEDs (Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red),

Transformer with a circuit which outputs are 12v and 5v, and a plastic casing.

2. Materials used to interconnect the parts is a Computer, Arduino software, USB

type A male to type B male cable, Soldering iron, Solder lead, Solder paste.

3. Process is to program first the Arduino Uno to operate the sensors, buzzer, and

LEDs. Connect the parts to Arduino with the corresponding programmed pins. Power the

product by connecting the Arduino to 12v and GSM to 5v with the power supply that is

composed of transformer connected to a circuit which the outputs are 12v and 5v. Finally,

secure the whole product with a plastic casing.

4. The functionality has a weighted mean of 4.8 which was interpreted as

outstanding in verbal description.

5. The performance weighted mean is also 4.8 which was interpreted as

outstanding in verbal description. One respondent stated that it is acceptable and the other
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one stated the product is high performance.

6. The workmanship has weighted mean of 4.53 which was interpreted as

outstanding. One respondent stated that it is highly functional and workable.

7. Cost has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as outstanding. One

respondent stated the it is economical.

8. The materials has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as outstanding.

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9. The physical feature has a weighted mean of 4.6 which was interpreted as

outstanding.

10. The durability has a weighted mean of 3.8 which was interpreted as very

good. One respondent stated that it was not durable enough but passable for a prototype.

Conclusion

The following are the conclusion of the study:

1. The materials and their cost are appropriate and affordable for the product to

function properly.

2. The functionality is working with high performance capability to sense

accurately and notify at the right time.

3. The physical feature of the product is good in terms of compact placement of

parts.

4. The durability is good enough for a prototype to sustain the 24/7 operation
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capability.

5. The effectiveness in terms of workmanship is very effective because it could

lessen the work of officials on alarming the community as it was rated as outstanding in

terms of reliability of the product.

6. Overall, the product is outstanding, affordable, and durable enough in

performing its task as water level sensor that could notify not only by means of hearing

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and sight, also by means of SMS to notify someone that will monitor, guide, and save the

community.

Recommendation:

The following are the recommendations for the further researchers to improve the

product:

1. Power source: make the product independent to a power source that even if

without it, the sensor will still work fine.

2. Casing: the casing must be water resistant to protect the vital parts from being

flooded which will cause a short circuit.

3. Sensor: the sensors are the crucial parts of the product, as much as possible,

more sensors must be used to enlarge the margin of failure.

4. Microcontroller: to improve the speed is to improve the processor which is the

microcontroller and further researchers can use the latest model of Arduino for faster,

flexible microcontroller.

5. LCD screen: computer/laptop is not needed for actual numeric measurement of

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the sensors if this part is added.

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Appendix A

PERMIT TO CONDUCT STUDY

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Appendix B

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

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Appendix C

LETTER TO VALIDATORS

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Appendix D

VALIDATOR’s CERTIFICATE

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Appendix E

LETTER TO STATISTICIAN

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Appendix F

QUESTIONNAIRE

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Appendix G

UNSTRUCTURED INTERVIEW

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Appendix H

Activity
GANTT CHART
November December January February March June July August

Planning

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Validation
process

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