Field Photo of Radar Flow Meter Monitoring Station for Mountain Irrigation Channel

This shows radar flow‑meter monitoring site for mountain farmland irrigation open channel. The pole‑cantilever device is equipped with radar flow sensor, solar panel, outdoor protective control box and video monitoring unit. The non‑contact radar sensor keeps out of water, collects water level and flow velocity simultaneously, and calculates real‑time flow and cumulative water volume, resisting sediment and floating debris. Powered by solar energy for mountain off‑grid sites, measured data is remotely uploaded to monitoring platform via wireless network. It is mainly applied for water diversion metering, water usage control and water resource statistics in mountain irrigation districts. Adaptable to large diurnal temperature difference and harsh open‑air conditions, it features simple installation and easy maintenance, providing reliable flow data for smart agricultural irrigation dispatching in mountainous areas.