Enhancing aquaculture sustainability : integrating internet of things and low-cost recirculating aquaculture systems for optimized water quality and energy efficiency /
Muhammad Musyaffa' bin Abdul Aziz
Enhancing aquaculture sustainability : integrating internet of things and low-cost recirculating aquaculture systems for optimized water quality and energy efficiency / Muhammad Musyaffa' bin Abdul Aziz - Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2024. - xiii, 136 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm.
Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science ABSTRACT This thesis explores the integration of Internet of Things (loT) technology with Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) to enhance water quality monitoring, automation, and sustainability in aquaculture. The research aimed to develop a low-cost loT solution for precise water parameter monitoring, introduce automation to reduce power consumption, and create a sustainable RAS model. The primary research questions addressed were: (1) How effectively does loT technology enhance water quality monitoring and automation processes within a low-cost RAS, specifically for Giant Freshwater Prawn (FP) rearing? (2) How does the RAS contribute to sustainable water use, and how does automation support sustainability by reducing electrical consumption? The study objectives included developing an loT system for real-time water parameter monitoring and automation, investigating the effectiveness of RAS in FP rearing and water savings, and optimising farming methods by maintaining optimal water parameters. The methodologies of this study involved site visits to understand the context behind aquaculture in Brunei Darussalam, extensive desktop research, and hands-on experiments divided into two phases. Phase 1 assessed the mechanical and biological efficiency of the RAS. Phase 2 assessed the potential energy savings with the implementation of both loT and RAS, as well as any differences in water usage, water quality parameters, and FP growth. The results from Phase 1 indicated that the low-cost RAS effectively removed solids and maintained 100% biological efficiency. In Phase 2, automation reduced energy consumption by 41.79% without compromising water quality or GFP growth. The loT system provided reliable real-time monitoring and automation, ensuring optimal conditions and reducing operational costs. The findings suggest that loT and RAS technologies offer a viable solution for sustainable aquaculture, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and precision in management. Future research should focus on scaling the low-cost RAS and optimising loT automation to improve sustainability and economic viability. This study presents significant benefits for farmers, hobbyists, and the Department of Fisheries by promoting sustainable practices, reducing operational costs, and supporting food security, making the low-cost RAS and loT solutions scalable for small-scale and large-scale aquaculture operations.
Dissertation (Master of Science) - Universiti Teknologi Brunei (2024)
Includes references pages 99-117
Universiti Teknologi Brunei--Thesis
Universiti Teknologi Brunei--Final Year Report
Dissertation, Academic
Thesis writing
Dissertation Universiti Teknologi Brunei
Aquaculture --Offshore and Onshore
Recirculating aquaculture system
Enhancing aquaculture sustainability : integrating internet of things and low-cost recirculating aquaculture systems for optimized water quality and energy efficiency / Muhammad Musyaffa' bin Abdul Aziz - Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2024. - xiii, 136 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm.
Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science ABSTRACT This thesis explores the integration of Internet of Things (loT) technology with Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) to enhance water quality monitoring, automation, and sustainability in aquaculture. The research aimed to develop a low-cost loT solution for precise water parameter monitoring, introduce automation to reduce power consumption, and create a sustainable RAS model. The primary research questions addressed were: (1) How effectively does loT technology enhance water quality monitoring and automation processes within a low-cost RAS, specifically for Giant Freshwater Prawn (FP) rearing? (2) How does the RAS contribute to sustainable water use, and how does automation support sustainability by reducing electrical consumption? The study objectives included developing an loT system for real-time water parameter monitoring and automation, investigating the effectiveness of RAS in FP rearing and water savings, and optimising farming methods by maintaining optimal water parameters. The methodologies of this study involved site visits to understand the context behind aquaculture in Brunei Darussalam, extensive desktop research, and hands-on experiments divided into two phases. Phase 1 assessed the mechanical and biological efficiency of the RAS. Phase 2 assessed the potential energy savings with the implementation of both loT and RAS, as well as any differences in water usage, water quality parameters, and FP growth. The results from Phase 1 indicated that the low-cost RAS effectively removed solids and maintained 100% biological efficiency. In Phase 2, automation reduced energy consumption by 41.79% without compromising water quality or GFP growth. The loT system provided reliable real-time monitoring and automation, ensuring optimal conditions and reducing operational costs. The findings suggest that loT and RAS technologies offer a viable solution for sustainable aquaculture, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and precision in management. Future research should focus on scaling the low-cost RAS and optimising loT automation to improve sustainability and economic viability. This study presents significant benefits for farmers, hobbyists, and the Department of Fisheries by promoting sustainable practices, reducing operational costs, and supporting food security, making the low-cost RAS and loT solutions scalable for small-scale and large-scale aquaculture operations.
Dissertation (Master of Science) - Universiti Teknologi Brunei (2024)
Includes references pages 99-117
Universiti Teknologi Brunei--Thesis
Universiti Teknologi Brunei--Final Year Report
Dissertation, Academic
Thesis writing
Dissertation Universiti Teknologi Brunei
Aquaculture --Offshore and Onshore
Recirculating aquaculture system