Water Turbidity Detection System Using Arduino
Shubhash Chand Yogi
Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, KIPM College of Engineering and Technology, U.P., India
Rajesh Gautam
Scholar, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering , KIPM College of Engineering and Technology, U.P., India
Sachin Singh
Scholar, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering , KIPM College of Engineering and Technology, U.P., India
Mukesh Singh
Scholar, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering , KIPM College of Engineering and Technology, U.P., India
📌 DOI: https://doi.org/10.63920/tjths.52038
🔑 Keywords: Arduino, Turbidity module, Water Quality Measurement
📅 Publication Date: 30 April 2026
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Abstract:
Turbidity is an important parameter used to determine the quality of water by measuring the presence of suspended particles such as dust, silt, microorganisms, and organic matter. High turbidity affects the clarity of water and may indicate contamination, making it unsafe for drinking and other uses. This study focuses on the detection and measurement of turbidity using standard methods such as visual observation and turbidity meters (nephelometers), which measure light scattering in water. The turbidity level is expressed in Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTU). Accurate measurement of turbidity is essential for water treatment processes and environmental monitoring. This experiment helps in understanding the significance of water clarity and ensures the maintenance of safe and clean water quality.
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Shubhash C. Y., Rajesh G., Sachin S., Mukesh S. (2026). Water Turbidity Detection System Using Arduino. TEJAS J. Technol. Humanit. Sci.,, Vol. 05, Issue 02. https://doi.org/10.63920/tjths.52038
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