Remote monitoring of water distribution system

This invention describes a system for monitoring water quality and other characteristics within a water distribution system. It works by placing a sensor device directly on or within the valve plate of a dry barrel fire hydrant. This device measures water properties and then transmits the information wirelessly to a central network.

Why it matters: The cost and power efficiency of low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) technologies have significantly improved since 2021. This makes long-term, battery-powered remote monitoring from difficult-to-access locations, like inside a hydrant valve, more economically viable.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: ModerateCustom sensor housing, wireless electronics, power management.

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