DEVICE FOR MONITORING AND CONTROLLING WATER FLOW
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1. A method for monitoring fluid flow, the method comprising:
- monitoring fluid flow through a fluid flow system;
determining a baseline flow level by circuitry in communication with the fluid flow system;
comparing subsequent flow to a threshold based on the baseline; and
adjusting the fluid flow in the fluid flow system by the circuitry based on the comparison.
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Abstract
The present system identifies leaks in irrigation systems by monitoring the overall flow at an irrigation system valve. The system may monitor typical flow rates and may send a signal to shut off an irrigation system valve if an unexpected or excessive flow rate is detected. The present technology can be used in traditional sprinklers, drip irrigation systems, and other irrigation systems.
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1. A method for monitoring fluid flow, the method comprising:
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monitoring fluid flow through a fluid flow system; determining a baseline flow level by circuitry in communication with the fluid flow system; comparing subsequent flow to a threshold based on the baseline; and adjusting the fluid flow in the fluid flow system by the circuitry based on the comparison. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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8. A system for monitoring fluid flow, comprising:
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a sensor; circuitry in communication with the sensor; a control valve controlling flow of a fluid; a controller in communication with the control valve, the circuitry determining a baseline fluid flow based on data received from the sensor, the circuitry generating a signal to adjust the fluid flow based on a comparison of subsequent fluid flow and a threshold associated with the baseline. - View Dependent Claims (9, 10, 11, 12, 13)
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