Mobile device development using RFID and QR code technology for real time information management of irrigation facilities

Irrigation facilities are spread over a demand area in a low density and exposed in the field requiring efficient operation and maintenance. Thus, it is necessary to manage a computer based system using wireless information network to maintain the irrigation facilities appropriately. Real time download, collection and update the information about the irrigation structure conditions in the field in terms of operation and maintenance can provide a better support of the irrigation facilities management efforts. In this study, mobile devices using RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader and smart phone utilizing RFID and QR (Quick Response) code technology were developed. This paper describes the applications and implementation results of two methods while operating the devices in real time for field information communication of the irrigation facilities, and the devices demonstrated beneficial usability for inspection of agricultural irrigation facilities in the field.