p-ISSN: 2686-3650 | e-ISSN: 2686-3642, DOI: 10.52005/fidelity.v5i1.141 56
Automatic Water Tank Filling Simulation Based on LabVIEW
Agung Rizky Jamas1, Ismah Nurul Sya’bani2, Ryan Adam Hidayatullah3, Ratnasari4, Didik Aribowo5
1,2,3,4,5Electronic Engineering Vocational Education, Teaching and Education Faculty, Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University
ABSTRACT Article Info
Automatic tank filling is the process of filling water in the tank in a more efficient way or automatically without having to be controlled manually. How to simulate it by compiling a schema using the Labview application. When it is planned, a simulation will produce a predetermined schema. With the simulation of filling the tank water using the Labview application, it becomes more effective because it becomes automatic when the water tank is empty, the machine will turn on and fill the water in the tank and vice versa when the water tank is full, the machine will turn off, and also the capacity of the water in the tank can be estimated. . So there is no need for manual control anymore. System control can be done anywhere so it will not interfere with daily activities. The system that is carried out is a system that is needed in this world so that everything goes well without interruption. The feasibility of the required system is in accordance with predetermined standards, so that there are no errors that will interfere with the system and activities that are being used. This simulation is useful to find out if there is an error in the system used in the automatic tank. Automatic tank filling is very useful for homes that have smart homes, because they can be monitored remotely via smartphones or applications used to run certain systems.
Article history:
Received October 1, 2022 Revised November 5, 2022 Accepted December 13, 2022
Keywords:
Water Tank Simulation Labview
This is an open access article under the CC BY-SA license.
Corresponding Author:
Agung Rizky Jamas
Electronic Engineering Vocational Education, Teaching and Education Faculty, Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University
Jl. Raya Palka No. Km 3, Panancangan, Kec. Cipocok Jaya, Kota Serang, Banten 42124 Email: [email protected]
1. INTRODUCTION
The rapid development of technology makes it easier for humans to work faster and easier. Currently, computers are not only used to run software or to do office work [1]. Control by measurement in the conventional home industry and factory operations has many limitations, especially regarding quality issues [2]. Current technology makes people think creatively, not only researching new inventions but also maximizing the performance of existing technology to make human work easier in controlling tank water [3]. In filling water reservoirs, they still use a water pump machine which helps take water and put it into the reservoir. Filling water still requires a manual method [4]. The water pump machine must be turned on manually when the water reservoir is empty, and vice versa [5]. The pump must be turned off when the water reservoir is full. This problem is troublesome because when humans forget to turn off the water pumping machine, the water in the reservoir will be total, this will cause losses, making water wasteful and increasing electricity consumption. With the above problems, an idea emerged to
create an Arduino-based tool or system titled "Arduino-Based Automatic Reservoir Monitoring and Water Filling." Tools that are made applicable avoid wasting water. This tool uses a sensor that detects or measures the water level when it is complete and when it is reduced, which gives orders to the controller to do its job and can monitor the water level via a cellphone. This application is expected to make it better than the previous use of water pumps so that this tool can be used for the benefit of many people [6]. Industrial water storage tanks have sensors or instrumentation that measure the parameters you want to know in the tank [7].
Using a computer, software, and other electronic equipment, a new system can be created that is useful for everyday life [8]. A room temperature and humidity monitoring system can be used in everyday life using a laptop and Labview software, an Arduino microcontroller, and its supporting devices [9]. LabVIEW is a programming software produced by National Instruments with a different concept [10]. Like other programming languages, namely, C++, Matlab, or Visual Basic, LabVIEW also has the same functions and roles; the difference is that LabVIEW uses a graphical programming language or block diagram while other programming languages use a textbase. The LabVIEW program is VI or Virtual Instruments because its appearance and operation can mimic an instrument [11].
2. METHOD
The method used in this study is by studying the literature, determining the tools and materials, and then simulating with LabView. Literature Study is a way to solve problems by exploring written sources that have been made before [12]. According to a literature study is an important step where after a researcher determines a research topic, the next step is to conduct studies related to theories related to the research topic [13]. In the search for theory, researchers will collect as much information as possible from related literature. Library sources can be obtained from books, journals, magazines, research results (theses and dissertations), and other appropriate sources (internet, newspapers, etc.) [14]. The build system can monitor and control with FLM (First Line Maintenance). FLM is a minor corrective maintenance activity carried out while the unit is operating with the provision of simple equipment. Device design and testing using the ESP8266 microcontroller module to obtain motor vibration, current, and temperature information for motor conditions supported by the application as a user interface [15].
Figure 1. Flowchart of the method
This research began by conducting a literature study, namely, activities related to data collection methods, reading and taking notes, and managing relevant information research materials related to the simulation of automatically filling water tanks. Then create a simulation scheme for filling the automatic water tank by assembling and compiling tools such as water tanks, drains, sensors, timers, and push buttons in the LabView application. Then the results of the research were simulated when it was simulated with the LabVIEW application to create a water level control system display consisting of a front panel and block diagrams. On the front panel, a set point/set value diagram of the water flow in the tank will be displayed as a chart diagram to display the set point response graph, process variables and controller output values.
The block diagram will display an electric system diagram so that the system can function as expected. The system will work in a closed loop when in the auto mode position. When the tank's
water volume (process variable) has touched the specified set value, the LCV will open and close as needed. The LIC is a level sensor that monitors the movement of the volume of water in the tank and provides a feedback response to the error amplifier system. LT is an indicator of the level of the electric quantity value generated by the error amplifier to instruct the LCV valve in adjusting the input water debit.
3. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
The simulation of the water tank in the software is used for simulations that can be run with complete uses and tools. The software used is LABVIEW software. Labview is a nationally made software that can be used properly because it contains complete tools, so you will be apparent in applying it. In this article, we discuss the simulation of a water tank using Labview software. LabVIEW is a graphical programming language for instrumentation, data acquisition, automation, control, and communications. This software is a developer and the C/C++, FORTRAN or BASIC programming languages.
LabVIEW is an integral part of virtual instrumentation because it provides an easy-to-use application development environment designed explicitly with the needs of engineers and scientists. This very advanced technological development can make it easier for researchers or scientists to make breakthroughs in the world of technology, like LabVIEW, which will be used in water tank simulations. The simulation carried out is a simulation of filling the water tank automatically where when the water tank is complete, the system that will work will die. In this system, they have a total limit of water. For example, filling water in the tank will stop when the tank has reached the desired limit or the tank capacity has been determined through the system.
Even the system will refill when the water has run out with the limit or capacity determined by the system that has been set in such a way. Therefore, to simulate it, this labview software is needed so that we can find out whether the system used can run properly or not.
Control by measurement in the conventional home industry and factory operations has many limitations, especially regarding quality and efficiency issues. The control carried out by officers every time the water is filled in the tank must monitor and record every height accommodated. However, for measurements, officers still carry out their duties manually by looking at the water level in the tank by looking directly at the measuring cup written on the tank wall and not infrequently using a pole as a meter inserted into the tank to measure the water level, so that it is recorded as a report. Recorded manually using a daily report book. The operating system for manually measuring the water level and clarity in the tanks above could be more efficient. This often creates problems for the limited number of field officers to supervise with a more significant number of tanks than the officers because the manual system can cause quite a few problems and production is disrupted, the value of the loss will appear, for that, it is necessary to choose the right technology, easy and efficient in operation. The tank volume control system can be done with a simple mechanism like this simulation. This can be developed into an even better system, such as automatic controllers, PID, fuzzy logic and so on.
LabVIEW software consists of three components: 1. Front panel. The front panel is part of the window with a grey background containing controls and indicators. The front panel is used to build a VI and run and debug programs. 2. Block diagram of Vi A block diagram is a window with a white background containing the generated source code and serving as instructions for the front panel 3. Control and Functions PalleteControl and Functions Pallete is used to build a Vi. a. Control Palette The Control palette is a place for several controls and indicators on the front panel, and the control palette is only available on the front panel. To display the control palette, you can do this by clicking Windows >>; show control palette or right-click on the front panel 4.
Functions Pallete Functions Palette is used to build a block diagram, and the functions palette is only available on a block diagram. Display it by clicking windows >> show the control palette or right-click on the block diagram worksheet.
With LabVIEW, users can design custom virtual instruments by creating a graphical user interface on a computer screen which can: a. Operate instrumentation program b. Control hardware c. Analyzing data d. Showing results. Users can create front panels with knobs, buttons, dials, and graphics to mimic traditional instrument control panels, create custom test panels, or visually represent the controls and operation of processes. Users can define virtual instrument behaviour by linking icons to create block diagrams. And panels. This diagram illustrates natural design notation for scientists and engineers. With graphical programming, users can develop
systems faster than conventional programming languages while retaining the power and flexibility needed to create various applications. With LabVIEW, you can create a user interface using specific tools and objects. The user interface is called the front panel. We can provide code using graphics representing functions for managing objects on the front panel. To do a simulation using Labview, the most important thing is to be able to run the software.
Figure 2. Auto Tank Filling Simulation Elements
The element described in the LabVIEW above is one of the simulations when installing an automatic tank in a smart home. It can be seen that the installation must be neatly arranged so that there are no errors.
Figure 3. When the Tank Has Not Been Filled With Water
It can be seen that the tank has a capacity of 100M and has not been filled with water.
When the tank has not been filled with water, all systems cannot detect an increase in water.
When there is an increase in water, the meter units in the image will change and rise slowly. That is when you can see whether the system will work properly.
Figure 4. When the Tank is Full
The meter will move slowly when the tank is complete, as seen in Figure 3. When the tank is complete, the light sensor on the side of the tank and the incoming light sensor will light up. The lights that come out will turn on when water is dumped. Such is the simulation that will occur in automatic water tank filling.
4. CONCLUSION
The tank volume control system can be done with a simple mechanism like this simulation. This can be developed into an even better system, such as using an automatic LabVIEW controller. LabVIEW is a very profitable graphical programming language compared to other developers. The LabVIEW program is compelling and can be used for various applications. Simulation of an automatic water tank filling system using a sensor functions as a water level detection device and works according to expectations to facilitate human work in filling and stopping water in water tanks. The simulation of the water tank filling system will fill automatically when the sensor is at a low level and vice versa.
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