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Cable Fault Detection

The project proposal outlines a system for detecting and locating faults in underground cables using Arduino technology, aiming for quick and accurate fault detection displayed on an LCD screen. The methodology involves simulating underground cables with switches and resistors, where the Arduino calculates fault distances based on voltage drops. The expected outcome includes immediate fault detection and real-time monitoring, with potential applications in power distribution, data cable monitoring, and smart city initiatives.

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Cable Fault Detection

The project proposal outlines a system for detecting and locating faults in underground cables using Arduino technology, aiming for quick and accurate fault detection displayed on an LCD screen. The methodology involves simulating underground cables with switches and resistors, where the Arduino calculates fault distances based on voltage drops. The expected outcome includes immediate fault detection and real-time monitoring, with potential applications in power distribution, data cable monitoring, and smart city initiatives.

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Project Proposal

Underground Cable Fault Detection

Introduction
Underground cables are widely used for power distribution, telecommunications, and
data transmission due to their safety and reliability. However, detecting faults in these
cables can be challenging, as the fault location is not visible. Manual detection
methods are time-consuming and inefficient.
This project aims to design a low-cost, efficient system to detect and locate faults in
underground cables using Arduino technology and display the information on an LCD
screen.

Objective
 To detect faults in underground cables quickly and accurately.
 To indicate the fault distance on an LCD display.
 To ensure a cost-effective and scalable design for practical use.

Methodology
The project simulates the underground cable by using a series of switches and
resistors connected on a Veroboard. When a fault occurs (switch pressed), the Arduino
UNO measures the voltage drop across the cable and calculates the approximate
distance of the fault.
The system uses a combination of relays, LEDs, and a buzzer to signal the type of fault,
and the data is displayed in real-time on a 16×2 LCD display.

Components Used

Component Quantity Purpose


Veroboard 1 Base for mounting all components
Component Quantity Purpose
Main controller to process inputs and
Arduino UNO 1
calculate fault distance

16×2 LCD Display 1 To display fault status and distance

12V 5 Pin Relay 3 To switch the different phases

4007 Diode 3 For relay back current protection

16 Pin IC Base 1 For safe mounting of ULN2003 IC

ULN2003 1 Relay driver IC

Slide Switch 12 To simulate faults manually

10k Variable Resistor 1 For adjusting input signal sensitivity

100R Resistor 16 To simulate cable resistance

12V Buzzer 1 Audible alert for fault detection

Blue, Yellow, Red LEDs 1 each Visual indicators for each phase fault

12V 2Amp Power


1 To power the entire setup
Adapter

Circuit Diagram
Working Principle
 The underground cable is simulated using series-connected resistors.
 Faults are introduced manually using slide switches.
 Arduino reads voltage drops corresponding to the fault location.
 Using programmed algorithms, it calculates the distance to the fault.
 Relays control the different cable phases, and faults are indicated using LEDs
and buzzer.
 The 16×2 LCD shows the fault type and the fault distance in meters.

Expected Outcome:
 The system will be able to detect faults and show the approximate location
immediately.
 Visual and audible indications will enhance real-time fault monitoring.
 The model can be further developed for real underground cable fault detection
using advanced sensors.

Applications
 Power distribution companies
 Underground data cable monitoring
 Smart cities and smart grids
 Educational projects and research

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