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Time:2026-02-23 09:57:23 Popularity:10
With global climate change and the impact of human activities on water resources, river ecosystems are facing unprecedented challenges. In this context, the monitoring and management of river ecological flow are particularly important. Scientifically reasonable flow scheduling can not only ensure the health of the downstream ecological environment but also achieve sustainable utilization of water resources. NiuBoL company is committed to providing efficient river ecological flow online monitoring systems, combining advanced radar flow meter and water level meter technologies to offer users comprehensive solutions.

The river ecological flow online monitoring system consists of multiple key components, including non-contact radar flow meters, radar water level meters, image monitoring equipment, data acquisition terminals, and communication devices. These components work together to ensure real-time monitoring of river flow and water levels.
Radar Flow Meter: Adopts imported planar microstrip radar technology, capable of high-precision non-contact velocity measurement under various climatic conditions. It has a wide measurement range, adapts to various hydrological environments, and features fast response time.
Radar Water Level Meter: Operates in the 77GHz~79GHz frequency band, with high precision and large measurement range, suitable for various environments. Its design takes into account the fluctuation of different water bodies to ensure accurate reflection of water level changes.
Image Monitoring Equipment: Transmits video images via 4G network to achieve discharge outlet monitoring, helping managers grasp river conditions in real time and respond promptly to emergencies.
Data Acquisition Terminal: Responsible for real-time collection of data from radar flow meters and water level meters, and sending it to the cloud or local server for subsequent analysis and management.
Power Supply System: Supports solar and mains power supply, adapts to different site environments, and is equipped with backup power to ensure normal operation of equipment during power outages.

| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | DC10-30V |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 0.6W |
| Transmission Frequency | 77GHz~79GHz |
| Measurement Range | 0.15 m ~65m |
| Resolution | 1mm |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±1mm@(4m,40%RH,25℃) |
| Beam Angle | 8° |
| Transmitter Element Temperature & Humidity Resistance | -40℃~+80℃,0%RH~95%RH (non-condensing) |
| Communication Protocol | RS485 output |
| Protection Level | IP67 |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | DC 10-30V |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 1.3W |
| Transmitter Element Temperature & Humidity Resistance | -40℃~+80℃,0%RH~95%RH (non-condensing) |
| Velocity Measurement Transmission Frequency | 24.00GHz |
| Velocity Measurement Range | 0.1 ~20m/s |
| Velocity Measurement Accuracy | ±2% |
| Velocity Resolution | 0.01m/s |
| Ranging Transmission Frequency | 76GHz~81GHz |
| Water Level Ranging Range | 0.1 ~ 65m (maximum range when only measuring water level) |
| Ranging Accuracy | ±1mm |
| Ranging Resolution | 1mm |
| Installation Height | 0~20m |

The system is particularly suitable for the following occasions:
Hydropower Stations: Monitor ecological flow downstream of hydropower stations to ensure ecological water demand is met, safeguarding power production while not harming ecological balance.
Rivers and Lakes Management: Provide real-time water level and flow data to environmental protection departments, promoting scientific management of water resources and timely detection and handling of pollution incidents.
Urban Drainage Systems: Monitor flow changes in rivers after rainfall to assist in flood control and disaster reduction, enhancing urban flood resistance.
Ecological Restoration Projects: Provide data support for the research and implementation of ecological restoration, evaluating the effectiveness of restoration measures.
Agricultural Irrigation: Monitor river flow to rationally allocate water resources, ensuring the effectiveness and sustainability of agricultural irrigation.
NiuBoL's river ecological flow online monitoring system has the following technical advantages:
1. High-Precision Measurement
Adopts radar measurement technology to ensure high-precision measurement of flow and water level, with data error controlled at industry-leading levels.
2. Non-Contact Measurement
Radar flow meter and water level meter are both non-contact, avoiding interference from sediment, floating objects, etc., in traditional flow meters, adapting to complex hydrological environments.
3. Real-Time Data Transmission
The system supports 4G/5G wireless data transmission to ensure real-time and accurate monitoring data, allowing managers to access data anytime and anywhere.
4. Remote Monitoring
Through the cloud platform, users can remotely view and manage monitoring data, improving monitoring efficiency and reducing on-site labor costs.
5. Reliability and Stability
Equipment has undergone rigorous testing, with good protection levels, capable of stable operation under harsh weather and environmental conditions to ensure continuous monitoring.

To achieve more efficient river ecological flow monitoring, NiuBoL's system integration solution includes the following aspects:
1. Data Sharing and Interoperability
Through standardized communication interfaces, ensure data sharing and interoperability with other hydrological and ecological environment monitoring systems, forming a comprehensive water resource management platform.
2. System Scalability
The system design considers future expansion needs, allowing users to add more monitoring points or sensors according to actual requirements for flexible configuration.
3. Big Data Analysis
Combined with big data analysis technology, conduct in-depth mining and analysis of historical data, identify flow change patterns, predict future trends, and provide scientific basis for decision-making.
4. IoT Technology Application
Integrate IoT technology to achieve intelligent linkage of various sensors and devices, enhance the intelligence level of the overall monitoring system, and simplify operation processes.

When selecting a river ecological flow monitoring system, consider the following factors:
1. Flow Meter Type
Select flow meters suitable for specific application scenarios, such as high-grade radar flow meters under high-flow conditions to ensure measurement accuracy.
2. Environmental Adaptability
Consider the protection level of the equipment to ensure normal operation under extreme weather conditions, such as waterproof, dustproof, corrosion-resistant, etc.
3. Communication Compatibility
Ensure monitoring equipment matches the communication protocols of existing systems for easy data integration and sharing.
4. Installation and Maintenance
Reasonably plan equipment installation locations to ensure optimal monitoring performance. Establish regular maintenance plans to guarantee long-term stable operation of the equipment.
5. Cost Budget
Evaluate the overall project budget, including equipment procurement, installation and commissioning, operation and maintenance, etc., to ensure economic feasibility.

Q1. What is ecological flow monitoring?
Ecological flow monitoring is the real-time monitoring of the water volume required for river ecological environment to ensure downstream ecological water demand is met.
Q2. What are the advantages of radar flow meters?
Radar flow meters have advantages such as non-contact measurement, resistance to sediment influence, and simple maintenance, suitable for complex environments.
Q3. How does the system ensure data accuracy?
Through collaborative work of multiple sensors and data correction algorithms, high accuracy of monitoring data is ensured.
Q4. How is data transmitted to the monitoring center?
Data is transmitted in real time to the monitoring center via GPRS/4G/5G or other wireless communication methods, facilitating remote viewing.
Q5. Does the equipment require regular maintenance?
Although the equipment is designed for low maintenance, regular inspections are recommended to ensure normal operation.
Q6. Can the system be integrated with other monitoring systems?
Yes, NiuBoL equipment supports standard communication protocols and can be easily integrated with existing hydrological telemetry systems.
Q7. How to handle the monitoring data?
The collected data can be used to dynamically adjust ecological flow and ensure rational utilization of water resources.
Q8. What are the power supply options for the equipment?
The equipment supports solar power and mains power supply, adapting to different environmental conditions.
Q9. What is the service life of the system?
Under normal use and maintenance, the service life of system equipment can reach more than 3-5 years.
Q10. How to ensure the security of the system?
The system adopts multiple data encryption and identity verification mechanisms to ensure security during data transmission.

A large hydropower station, considering the impact on the ecological environment during construction, decided to introduce NiuBoL's river ecological flow online monitoring system. By installing radar flow meters and water level meters, the hydropower station can monitor downstream river flow in real time to ensure ecological water demand is met. After project implementation, monitoring data shows that downstream ecological flow remained within safe ranges during hydropower station operation, successfully protecting local biodiversity.
In a certain city, river pollution occurred due to industrial discharge. The environmental protection department decided to adopt NiuBoL's monitoring system for flow and water quality monitoring. By deploying multiple radar flow meters and image monitoring equipment, the environmental protection department can grasp river flow and water quality changes in real time, promptly identify pollution sources and take countermeasures. The implementation of the monitoring system significantly improved river water quality and restored ecological balance.
NiuBoL's river ecological flow online monitoring system, by combining radar technology with comprehensive data management solutions, provides strong support for hydropower stations and environmental protection departments. Through real-time monitoring and data analysis, it ensures the health of river ecological environment and sustainable utilization of water resources. Whether for project contractors, system integrators, or IoT solution providers, our products will assist you in achieving efficient and intelligent water resource management.
Through the in-depth discussion in this article, we hope to provide valuable information and references for practitioners in related industries, promote the development and application of river ecological flow monitoring technology, and contribute to achieving a better ecological environment.
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