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Urban Farming IoT System for Plant Growth

Smart home farming IoT system with automated hydroponics and sensor monitoring

Delivered in partnership with our engineering partner EnCata

IndustryAgriculture
Year2024
Key technologiesIoT, Hydroponics, Custom PCB
Headline resultDeveloped a fully functional TRL-5 prototype
Urban Farming IoT System for Plant Growth

Overview

A smart home farming IoT system designed for the B2C market, enabling users to grow fresh produce with a "plant and forget" principle. The system utilizes hydroponic technologies (NFT and Ebb & Flow) and advanced sensor monitoring to automate plant care. It features a custom PCB that monitors temperature, pH, humidity, CO2, and TDS, ensuring optimal growing conditions. The system is controlled via a mobile app connected through BLE and Wi-Fi, providing a seamless user experience for urban farmers.

IoTHydroponicsCustom PCBWi-FiBLESensorsMobile AppIndustrial Design

Key features

  • Automated hydroponic system (NFT and Ebb & Flow)
  • Real-time monitoring of pH, temperature, humidity, CO2, and TDS
  • "Plant and forget" automation for easy maintenance
  • Custom PCB with Wi-Fi and BLE connectivity
  • Mobile app control for remote monitoring and management
  • Smart LED lighting with adjustable spectrum and intensity
  • Odor control with carbon air filtration
  • Compact, modern industrial design for home use

From challenge to solution

Challenge

Our solution

Developing a "plant and forget" system for non-expert users

Implemented automated feedback loops for self-regulation

Optimizing energy consumption for home use

Designed custom low-power electronics and LED drivers

Integrating complex hydroponic and sensor systems into a compact unit

Created a modular design for easy maintenance and assembly

Ensuring affordable cost for the B2C market

Utilized cost-effective sensors and components without compromising quality

Results & impact

  • Developed a fully functional TRL-5 prototype
  • Validated "plant and forget" concept with user testing
  • Achieved 37% higher crop yield compared to industrial farming
  • Secured 3 patents for the developed technology

Specifications

Grow Tech
NFT, Ebb & Flow
Sensors
pH, Temp, Humidity, CO2, TDS
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, BLE
Control
Mobile App
Target Market
Home / Urban Farming

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