Technical Skills
I learnt how to read sensor values, use a microcontroller, connect components safely, and write simple code to make everything work together.
Project 1 · School Technology Project
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Makethon · Public Welfare
Flood Initial Detection System
This project uses simple sensors and electronics to detect rising water levels and heavy rainfall early, so that Indian forces, rescue teams, and local people get enough time to respond before a flood becomes dangerous.
How the system works
A series of small detection units keeps watch near rivers, canals, and low-lying areas.
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Collect data using sensors
Each unit has sensors to measure water level and, optionally, rainfall or water flow speed. The sensor readings are sent to a small controller board.
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Compare readings with safe limits
The controller constantly checks if the readings cross a predefined safe limit. These thresholds are set based on local river data and expert advice.
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Trigger alerts when danger is near
When the system detects dangerous levels, it activates lights and buzzers and can send a signal to a central dashboard or SMS system (in a full-scale version).
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Help forces and public respond early
With early alerts, Indian forces, disaster management teams, and local people can prepare faster, move to safer areas, and protect important resources.
What I learnt from this project
Building this system taught me both technical and real-life lessons.
Problem Solving
I faced issues like noisy readings and wiring mistakes, and I learnt how to debug them step by step instead of giving up.
Social Responsibility
I realised how important it is to use technology for good — especially to protect people who live in risky, flood-prone areas.