The SMS controller has an adjustable threshold setting and, if the soil water content exceeds that setting, the event is bypassed. īypass type soil moisture irrigation controllers use water content information from the sensor to either allow or bypass scheduled irrigation cycles on the irrigation timer (Figures 1 and 2). For more information on soil moisture sensors see, Field Devices for Monitoring Soil Water Content. Thus, measurement of the dielectric constant gives a predictable estimation of water content. This response is due to the fact that the dielectric constant of water is much larger than the other soil components, including air. The dielectric constant of soil increases as the water content of the soil increases. The dielectric constant can be thought of as the soil's ability to transmit electricity. Most soil moisture sensors are designed to estimate soil volumetric water content based on the dielectric constant (soil bulk permittivity) of the soil. In particular, soil moisture sensor (SMS) irrigation controllers can reduce the number of unnecessary irrigation events. Irrigation control technology that improves water application efficiency is now available. hose and sprinkler), which can be attributed largely to the tendency to set irrigation controllers and not readjust for varying weather conditions. These automated irrigation systems have been shown to use 47% more water on average than sprinkler systems that are not automated (i.e. These irrigation systems use an irrigation timer to schedule irrigation. Most new homes built in Florida have automated irrigation systems. One of the areas with the largest potential for reducing water consumption is residential outdoor water use, which accounts for up to half of publicly supplied drinking water. Water conservation is a growing issue in Florida due to increased demands from a growing population. This inability of many of Florida soils to hold substantial water can lead to plant stress after only a few days without rainfall or irrigation. Irrigation is common in Florida landscapes because of sporadic rainfall and the low water holding capacity of sandy soil. When a sufficient amount of water is not present for plant needs, then stress can occur and ultimately lead to reduced quality or death. Water is required for the basic growth and maintenance of turfgrass and other landscape plants.
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This article is part of a series on smart irrigation controllers. Dukes, Mary Shedd, and Bernard Cardenas-Lailhacar
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