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Smart Water Actuator

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Description

When the wireless smart water sensor detects excessive moisture levels or water spillage, this shutdown valve system can automatically take countermeasures without human intervention, even in the absence of a Wi-Fi infrastructure. This feature is especially beneficial for remote and self-sustaining buildings and infrastructure, preventing damage caused by broken pipes through water supply shutdown. Additionally, it facilitates the remote watering of plants, agriculture, and horticulture.

System Benefits:

  • LTE/NB-IoT enables water supply shutdown, ensuring seamless integration with the smart water sensor.
  • Solar power/rechargeable battery allows self-contained operation, even without the main power or during brownout conditions.
  • LTE-M/NB-IoT enables operation almost anywhere (network coverage assumed).
  • High/low moisture levels or water spillage can be indicated through an LTE sensor or by manual command via MQTT.
  • Ultra-low power LTE/NB-IoT + Low IQ DC/DC allows long operation/standby time.
  • Ideal for autonomous, self-sustaining infrastructure/buildings.

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