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Area of Science:

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Agricultural Engineering

Background:

  • Arid and desert regions face significant water scarcity, exacerbated by high temperatures, leading to soil desiccation.
  • Relying on visual cues like plant wilting for irrigation is inefficient and unsustainable in water-limited environments.
  • Effective irrigation management is crucial for maintaining green spaces in arid zones.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel method for recycling irrigation water in arid green parks.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of time-domain reflectometry (TDR) technology in monitoring soil moisture for water conservation.
  • To assess the geotechnical properties of clay-sand liners for water interception and recycling systems.

Main Methods:

  • A trial water recycling system was constructed using clay-sand liners to collect excess irrigation water.
  • 5TE sensors employing TDR technology were used for continuous monitoring of soil moisture and temperature.
  • Geotechnical properties of clay-sand mixtures, including moisture content, density, and hydraulic conductivity, were analyzed.
  • Twenty-nine watering cycles were conducted over six months to assess system performance.

Main Results:

  • Volumetric water content in the monitored sections varied significantly, ranging from 0.150 to 0.565.
  • Continuous monitoring using 5TE sensors provided reliable data on moisture and temperature changes under various watering cycles.
  • The study demonstrated that TDR instrumentation is a cost-effective and time-saving technique for implementing water-saving irrigation systems.

Conclusions:

  • The developed water recycling system, utilizing TDR sensors and clay-sand liners, is effective in conserving irrigation water in arid environments.
  • The integration of TDR technology offers a practical and efficient solution for managing water resources in green parks.
  • This approach provides a sustainable strategy for landscape maintenance in water-scarce desert regions.