Open-Drain Blockage Detection Channel Prototype

Design a complete laboratory-scale open-drain prototype for an AI-based drainage blockage detection and early flood-risk warning system. PROJECT PURPOSE: The prototype will simulate an open urban drainage channel. Controlled amounts of blockage/debris will be introduced into the channel, while sensors and a camera collect data. The mechanical system must provide a stable, repeatable and controlled environment for experiments and generate reliable data for an AI team. MAIN DRAINAGE CHANNEL: * Channel length: 1000 mm * Internal channel width: 200 mm * Wall height: 150 mm * Transparent acrylic walls and base * Acrylic thickness: approximately 4 mm * Open-top design * Channel slope: approximately 1% (10 mm fall over 1000 mm) * Include a clearly defined blockage/observation zone near the middle of the channel * Provide measurement markings along the channel wall for water-level reference BLOCKAGE SYSTEM: Design an adjustable/interchangeable blockage mechanism. * Blockage zone length: approximately 150 mm * Blockage should be able to represent approximately 0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 90% blockage * Design interchangeable blockage plates or a movable obstruction mechanism * Blockage mechanism must be easy to remove and reposition * It must not permanently damage the acrylic channel * Include guide rails or slots for accurately positioning the blockage * Make the blockage components suitable for 3D printing

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