MUMBAI, India, May 1 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641051712 A) filed by Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, on April 23, for 'design & development of iwp controller for rural agricultural farmers.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. M. S. Sujatha; Ms. Akshaya Pillella; Mr. Subbareddy Gari Tejith Reddy; and Mr. Prince Mishra.
The application for the patent was published on May 1, under issue no. 18/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to a solar-powered intelligent water pumping (IWP) controller designed for automated irrigation in agricultural fields. The system utilizes photovoltaic panels to generate electrical energy, which is stored in a battery and used to operate a water pump. A sensing unit comprising a soil moisture sensor continuously monitors the moisture level of the soil, while a microcontroller processes the sensor data and controls the irrigation process based on predefined threshold values. The pump is automatically switched ON when the soil moisture falls below the required level and turned OFF once adequate moisture is achieved, ensuring efficient water utilization. The system further incorporates a water flow sensor and an IoT-based communication module for real-time monitoring and remote access through mobile or cloud platforms. By integrating renewable energy, automation, and smart monitoring, the invention reduces dependency on manual labor and unreliable power sources. The proposed system is cost-effective, energy-efficient, and particularly suitable for rural agricultural applications, contributing to sustainable farming practices and improved crop productivity."
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