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Empowering Groundwater Management: The Significance of Real-Time Data Acquisition Systems

LALATENDU BEHERA, Gargi Walia

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Groundwater serves as a critical resource for sustaining ecosystems and fulfilling human needs, yet it faces increasing pressures from over-extraction and environmental challenges. Real-time Data Acquisition Systems (RTDAS) offer a transformative solution for effective groundwater management by enabling continuous, automated monitoring of groundwater levels and quality. Unlike traditional manual methods, RTDAS provides accurate, reliable, and timely data, facilitating prompt decision-making, early anomaly detection, and improved resource allocation. This paper discusses the key components and mechanisms of RTDAS—data collection, transmission, storage, and analysis—along with their benefits such as cost efficiency, enhanced accuracy, and remote monitoring capabilities. Considerations for implementation, including sensor selection, data management, and system maintenance, are also highlighted. While challenges such as data security and network reliability persist, advancements in technology and integration with other datasets promise a more comprehensive approach to groundwater management. The adoption of RTDAS represents a vital step toward sustainable and informed water resource management

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