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C HANDKHEDA ,A HMEDABAD

A FFILIATED

S.S.AGRAWAL INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

Project Report

On

Flood Detection System

Under Subject Of

DESIGN ENGINEERING – I

B. E. II, Semester – III

Computer Engineering Department

Submitted by:

Group:

Sr. Name of student Enrollment No.

1. Mashira Soyebali Saiyed 231230107056

2. Khushi Rajeshkumar Chauhan 231230107005
3. Khushbu Bharatbhai Dantani 231230107006
4. Kavya Kishorbhai Malviya 231230107014
5. Rashi Rameshbhai Tandel 231230107066

Prof.Farhin Mansur Prof.Brijesh Bhandari

(Faculty Guide) (Head of the Department)

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Ahmedabad,Gujarat,India

CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the project entitled “Flood deteaction system” has been prepared by Mashira
Soyebali Saiyed (231230107056), Khushi Rajeshkumar Chauhan(231230107005), Khushbu
Bharatbhai Dantani (231230107006), Kavya Kishorbhai Malviya (231230107014), Rashi
Rameshbhai Tandel (231230107066) in the subject of DESIGN ENGINEERING under my guidance in
partial fulfilment of the degree of Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering Department
(3rd semester) of Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad during the academic year 2024.

Prof.Farhin Mansur Prof.Brijesh Bhandari

(Faculty Guide) (Head of the Department)

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The success of any task relies on the efforts made by person but it cannot be achieved
without cooperation of other persons which are being helpful. So, we would like to thank S.S
Agrawal Institute Of Engineering And Technology for giving us the opportunit y of doing this
Design Engineering project.

The entire session of our DE completion was a great experience providing us with the insight
& invocation into learning various technique & benefits of teamwork. We would like to take
this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to all those people without whose support and
co- operation, it would have been difficult to complete this project.

Primarily, we are very much thankful to our project guide Prof. Farhin Mansur for his leading
guidance and sincere efforts throughout project work. He took deep interest in simplifying
the difficulties. Also, he has been consistent source of inspiration for us. We are grateful to
our H.O.D. Brijesh Bhandari and our Guide Prof. Farhin Mansur for providing us deep
knowledge and all necessary resources.

We are also thankful to our Friends and Non-teaching Staff for their valuable time & help for
completion project. Once again, we are grateful to all those without whom this this work
would not have been successful.

Mashira soyebali saiyed 231230107056

Khushi Rajeshkumar Chauhan 231230107005

Khushbu Bharatbhai Dantani 231230107006
Kavya Kishorbhai Malviya 231230107014
Rashi Rameshbhai Tandel 231230107066

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ABSTRACT
Floods are among disasters that cause widespread destruction to human lives, properties
and the environment every year and occur at different places with varied scales across the
globe. Flood disasters are caused by natural phenomena, but their occurrences and
impacts have been intensified through human actions and inactions. practice of flood
disaster management have evolved over the years from traditional approaches of ad -hoc
response measures to integrated approaches involving technologically advanced tools in
flood disaster awareness, preparedness and response measures

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INDEX

Table of Content page no

Catalog

I............................................................................................................................ ............5

LIST OF FIGURES.............................................................. ................................................. 6

O –Object U – Use.............................................................................................................. 3

Users: .......................................................................................................................... .....4

FIGURE : 2.3 EMPATHY MAPPING ........................................................................................ 8

STORY BOARDING: ............................................................................................................ 10

❖ Happy Story: ........................................................................................... ....................... 10

FIGURE : 2.4 IDEATION CANVAS .......................................................................................... 11

FIGURE : PROTOTYPE MODELING ................................................................... ......................18

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LIST OF FIGURES

NO FIGURE NAME PAGE NO

2.1 AEIOU CANVAS 2

2.2 MIND MAPPING 5

2.3 EMPATHY CANVAS 8

2.4 IDEATION CANVAS 11

2.5 PRODUCTDEVELOPMENTCANVAS 14

2.6 PROTOTYPE CANVAS 17

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1. Introduction

An approach to solving design problems by understanding user needs and developing

insights to solve those needs.

Design Thinking is a process, applicable to all walks of life, of creating new and
innovating ideas and solving problems: it is not limited to a specific industry or area of
expertise.

A design thinking canvas has 8 components given below,

-Discover User
-Find Multiple problems
-Select key problem
-Find Multiple solution
-Select key solution
-Prototype
-Take user feedback
-Redesign the prototype
-Final solution

All above component are done by creating the canvas.

The design thinking is good approach for finding the final solution for the key
problem. There are many phase in design thinking and we need to pass all that phase for
getting final solution of our problem .

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2. CANVAS SUMMARY
2.1 AEIOU CANVAS:

FIGURE : 2.1 AEIOU CANVAS

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AEIOU MEANS

A – Activity

E –Environment

I – Interaction

O –Object

U – Use

o A-Activity

Community awareness

Emergency Parameter

Post food recovery

Evacuation plans

Social media campaign

Analyzing weather Data

Monitoring water levels at dams

Maintaining and calibrating sensor

E-Environment:
- Habitat loss
- Vegetation Recovery
- Water pollution
- Changes in water flow
- Nutrient Runoff
- Ecosystem Disruption
- Dams and reservories
- Invasive Species spread

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I-Interactions:

- Local government and sensor networks

- User receive alerts via SMS or Apps
- News organizations report on situations
- Fire fighters,Police
- Neighbors
- Emergency coordination
- Community workshops to educate residents

O- Objects:

- Water level sensors

- Phones,laptop,computers
- Speakers,sirens
- Structural Integrity
- Cars,bikes,bus,scooters,cycle
- Power sources
- Alert system(SMS,email,notifications)
- Road and Bridge damage

U –Users:

- Residents
- Farmers
- Local business
- Government Agencies
- First Respounders
- Wildlife
- Engineers and maintenance staff

Empathy mapping canvas

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2.2 MIND MAPPING FRAMEWORK

FIGURE : 2.2 MIND MAPPING CANVAS

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Problem

- Timely detection

- Accurate measurement

- Effective evacuation

Idea

- Smart Flood Detection & Warning System

Solution

- Water level sensors

- Rainfall sensors

sensors

- Camera monitoring

- IoT connectivity

- Data analysis & alerts

Benefits

- Public safety

- Reduced damage

- Improved response

Components

- Hardware

- Software

- Network

- Training

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2.3 EMPATHY MAPPING

FIGURE : 2.3 EMPATHY MAPPING

USERS

-Homeowner

-Resident

Stake holders

- Community Engagement
- Innovation and Technology
- Policy and Regulation

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Activity

- Collabration Workshops
- Risk assessment and mapping
- Public awarness campaigns
- Pilot projects and testing
- Review and adjust policies
- Funding and grants

STORY BOARDING:

❖ Happy Story:

with In the town of Clearwater, people lived peacefully by the river, always
smiling and enjoying life. One day, the weather forecast announced heavy rain,
which could lead to flooding. But instead of worry, the people of Clearwater felt
calm and prepared. They trusted their new flood system, "HappyFlow," designed
to keep them safe in the most cheerful way possible.

As dark clouds rolled in, a friendly notification popped up on everyone’s phone. It

wasn’t alarming; instead, a happy little sun peeked out from behind the rain
clouds on the screen, with a message that read, “Let’s get ready for the rain!”
The tone was light, almost playful, making it feel like an adventure rather than an
emergency.

The system provided step-by-step instructions in bright, colorful graphics.

Families smiled as they moved their belongings to higher shelves, sealed their
doors with easy-to-use water-resistant panels, and placed sandbags around their
homes. It wasn’t stressful—in fact, many of them worked together, turning the
preparations into a fun community event. Neighbors helped each other, laughing
and chatting as they shared tips on keeping water out of their homes.

Emergency crews, equipped with the latest technology, arrived early. But even
they joined in the positive spirit, joking with the townspeople as they set up flood
barriers and monitored the river’s water levels. Everything was under control, and
everyone remained calm and happy.

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When the rain finally came, the town was ready. The river swelled, but thanks to
the well-prepared defenses and the HappyFlow system, Clearwater stayed safe
and dry. The rain passed, and the floodwaters never touched the town. People
cheered, high-fived, and celebrated the way they had come together.

The town had faced the threat of flooding, but instead of fear, there was
teamwork, positivity, and confidence. Everyone in Clearwater knew that, no
matter what the weather brought, they could handle it—a smile.

Sad story :

in the small town of Riverton, the rain began to fall harder than anyone had
expected. The river swelled rapidly, and despite their efforts, the flood barriers
failed. People scrambled to save what they could, but the water rose too fast.
Homes were swept away, and the streets filled with silence as the town watched
in despair. What once was a vibrant community was now submerged, leaving
only memories of what had been.

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2.4 IDEATION CANVAS

FIGURE : 2.4 IDEATION CANVAS

People

- Emergency preparedness
- Community support
- Local Authorities
- Coastal Residents
- Education and Awarness
- Technology utilization

Activities
- Prepardness
- Senser Installation
- Data Analysis Workshops
- Public Seminars
- Citizen Science Programms
- Community Engagement
- Long-term solution
- Response
- Recovery and support

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Situation

- Health and safety

- Historical Floood Zones
- Climate change
- Urban planning
- Riverbanks

Props/tools/objects/equipment

- Water pumps
- Mobile Apps
- Recuse Bouts
- Life jackets
- Emergency kits
- Thermal blankets
- Car,Bike
- Phone,Laptop
- Monitoring Dashboard
- Internet Connection
- Life Jackets

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2.5 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

FIGURE : 2.4 IDEATION CANVAS

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Purpose

- To saves lives
- Focusing and safety
- Prevention and recovery
- Flood protection solution

Product experience

- Plan your response

- Insurance reminders
- Community help

product feature

- Emergency alert
- Floatation capability
- Quick step

Product functions

- Floating design
- Water resistance feature
- Power backup

People
- Flood prone resistance
- Local government
- NGOs
- Insurance companies
- Disaster response team
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Prototype

FIGURE : PROTOTYPE MODELING

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CONCLUSION:-

this flood project highlights the importance of proactive flood management,

including early warning systems, resilient infrastructure, and community
preparedness. Effective flood defenses, sustainable urban planning, and public
awareness can significantly reduce the impact of floods. Moving forward,
continued investment in flood prevention and education is crucial to protect
communities and ensure a safer, more resilient future.

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