1,2Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, BIET Davanagere, India
3Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology, Gubbi
4Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, K R Pet Krishna Government Engineering College, Krishnarajpet
Manholes are a critical component of urban infrastructure, providing access to underground sewage and drainage systems. However, they are prone to hazards such as water level overflow, toxic gas accumulation, and unauthorized access, which can lead to accidents, environmental damage, and public safety concerns. This paper proposes a Manhole Monitoring System leveraging VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) technology to provide a real-time, efficient, and compact solution for monitoring manhole conditions. The system incorporates various sensors, including water level sensors to detect overflow risks, gas sensors to identify hazardous emissions, and intrusion detection modules for unauthorized access monitoring. The data from these sensors is processed using a VLSI-based processing unit, designed for low power consumption, high speed, and compactness. VLSI technology is employed to integrate the sensor interface circuits, signal processing modules, and communication units onto a single chip, significantly reducing the system's overall size and power requirements.
Keywords: GPIO, CPLD, VLSI Technology, Manhole Monitoring System, Gas Detection, Water Level Monitoring, Smart City Infrastructure
How to cite this article: D P, L BK, Harihar S and Jambukesh HJ, Design of a VLSI-Based Smart Manhole Monitoring System for Urban Safety. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(12s): 408-417. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.12s.47
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