ENCAPPATION SYSTEM IN AGRICULTURAL SEEDS

Abstract

The invention is a system for the treatment of agricultural seeds (170) with cold plasma and bio-polymeric encapsulation, comprising a seed feeding hopper (100) to ensure controlled, continuous and dosed delivery of seeds (170) into the line, a conveyor (110) to ensure synchronized transport of seeds (170) within the system, a microreactor (120) to create a local reaction area around the seed (170) during plasma application to ensure homogeneous exposure and repeatability, a cold plasma module (130) to produce NO-focused cold plasma and perform surface stimulation of seeds (170), and a coating module (140) to ensure that the activated seed (170) is coated with bio-polymeric / hydrogel after plasma application.

Description

1 TARIFF ENCAPPATION SYSTEM IN AGRICULTURAL SEEDS TECHNICAL FIELD The invention involves the treatment of agricultural seeds with cold plasma and the application of this effect through coating. It is a comprehensive set of methods, systems, and products developed for protection. 5 STATE OF THE ART Applications for treating seeds with plasma are mostly closed systems. This is carried out in batch-based reactors or large-volume process drums. In these types of systems, seeds are exposed to active gases or plasma-derived reactive species with a specific... exposed for a period of time; however, this approach, especially regarding the plasma effect, is 10 various in terms of continuity, homogeneity and industrial-scale repeatability It has limitations, particularly regarding NOx / RNS generated by plasma. Due to the volatile and unstable nature of its components, this effect occurs on the seed surface. inability to be preserved for a long time; during storage, transfer and subsequent processing steps The increasing weakening of the effectiveness is emerging as a significant technical problem. 15 In addition, equal and controlled doses to large quantities of seed masses. The difficulty in implementation arises from the fact that the process parameters are not the same within and between batches. the inability to maintain the level and therefore the fluctuation in product quality This is among the main problems encountered in the current state of the technology. On the other hand, plasma application and coating processes are often 20 years apart. Performed as completely separate processes, post-plasma biological formation This makes it even more difficult to maintain the stimulation on the seed surface, because with plasma... failure to encapsulate the activated surface with a suitable protective layer in a short time In this case, the effect obtained may be dampened depending on environmental conditions or Disintegration becomes inevitable. This situation affects both the continuity of the functional effect and... 25 It also negatively affects the standardization of the application on an industrial scale. Therefore, a controlled, short interval between plasma stimulation and the coating / encapsulation step is necessary. and establishing a defined time window; continuous streaming or even adaptable; inline monitoring and supported by quality control mechanisms; thus, the stimulation is processed into seeds. Solutions capable of storing [these materials] are needed. This need exists for 30 years. 2 not only in terms of process efficiency, but also in terms of the consistency of product quality, It is also a critical technique in terms of process repeatability and industrial scalability. It indicates a gap. Patent research reveals that existing technical solutions generally fall into three categories. It appears that the approach is centered around this. The documents in the first group consist of only 5. plasma production system, plasma reactor or plasma zone of seeds It describes the mechanical devices for passing through (KR102767699B1, CN219812455U, CN101669416A, US5281315A, EP1194032A1). In these documents any measures to maintain the biological effect that occurs after plasma administration No mechanism has been identified; plasma treatment is a surface treatment performed alone. 10 It was considered as a modification step. The second group of documents concerns hydrogel or polymer-based seed coatings. It focuses on its technologies (WO2015192923A1, US2002095864A1, CN1406458A). The aim in these solutions is controlled release of active ingredients and wear resistance. or improvement of storage performance, 15 plasma-derived reactive species. protection or plasma coating within a single integrated process It is not foreseen that this will be carried out. The coating process is a classical process independent of plasma. It is defined as a seed coating process. Another document, JP2008056276A, states that the plasma should be applied to the packaging, not the seed. It is used for surface modification of the material. Therefore, plasma 20 any technique for transferring or conserving its effect to seed biology It does not contain any teachings. The documents examined included systems that partially approximate a continuous-flow processing pipeline. Despite their existence, these systems utilize plasma application with biopolymers. a predefined critical time window between encapsulations 25 the creation of NO-focused biological stimulation via plasma without the disappearance of the stimulation encapsulation within a protective coating, coating thickness and process parameters real-time monitoring on the line and all these steps in a single integrated production There are no technical instructions on how to carry out this within the line. On the contrary, existing documents state that plasma treatment and coating treatment are independent of each other. 30 They are considered as processes. 3 THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The main purpose of the invention is to process agricultural seeds in micro-volume within a continuous flow production line. controlled stimulation of cells with NO-focused cold plasma and plasma bio-polymer within a defined coating time window immediately after the process. By enabling encapsulation with a coating, the storage of plasma-induced stimulation 5 coated that can be protected throughout the period and can show controlled release during planting. The goal is to ensure the seeds are obtained. The purpose of the invention is to improve batch-based systems in the current state of the art. Plasma applications are carried out within a continuous flow process architecture. by transferring them to micro-volume processing zones, each seed is subjected to similar processing conditions. to ensure exposure and thus process homogeneity and process repeatability and to increase standardization on an industrial scale. Another objective of the invention is to utilize the NO-focused pigments formed on the seed surface as a result of the plasma treatment. chemical stimulation within the internal reservoir layer located in the coating structure by ensuring its preservation or stabilization, storage and transfer 15 The goal is to prevent the loss of effectiveness during the process. Another objective of the invention is to create an outer barrier layer in the coating structure. by ensuring that the effect achieved with plasma is protected from environmental factors The aim is to increase storage stability and extend the shelf life of coated seeds. Another objective of the invention is to create a multilayered 20 that exhibits moisture gate behavior. Thanks to its coating structure, plasma-derived active ingredients or biological stimulation By allowing the seed to be released in a controlled manner in the growing medium, germination is achieved. and to support the early development process. Another aim of the invention is to integrate inline sensors and closed-loop systems into the production line. Plasma application through process control mechanisms, coating thickness, 25 real-time monitoring and control of process parameters and product quality. by ensuring a high-quality, reliable and repeatable production process. to create. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES 4 Figure 1 shows the general block diagram of a continuous flow process pipeline. Figure 2 shows the NO-focused cold plasma generation module and the micro-volume processing area. A schematic view is provided. Figure 3 shows a schematic view of the microreactor / pocket carrier. Figure 4 shows the encapsulation module 5 within the post-plasma coating time window. A schematic view is provided. Figure 5 shows a cross-sectional diagram of the multilayer coating of the encapsulated seed. Figure 6 shows the block diagram of the inline quality control and closed-loop control architecture. It has been shown. EXPLANATION OF REFERENCES IN THE FIGURES 10 100. Seed feeding funnel 110. Carrier 120. Microreactor Cell 121 122. Upper barrier 15 130. Cold Plasma Module 131. Plasma output head 132. Dielectric barrier 133. Electrode 134. Power supply 20 135. Gas supply manifold 136. Plasma treatment area 140. Coating module 141. Coating nozzles 142. Coating reservoir 143. Drying area 145. Coating time window 150. Inline quality control module 5 151. RNS sensor 152. Weight sensor 153. Humidity sensor 154. Control unit 160. Packaging station 10 170. Seed 171. Coating 172. Inner reservoir layer 173. Outer barrier layer 174. Functional micro-reservoir 15 175. Moisture gate behavior DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Figure 1 shows the general process of the continuous flow seed (170) processing system which is the subject of the invention. Its architecture is shown schematically. The invention is a controlled process of agricultural seeds (170). each seed (170) is passed sequentially along the pipeline into a micro-volume 20 The reaction environment is stimulated with NO-focused cold plasma, and the stimulation in question... within a specific coating time window (145) without allowing it to disappear encapsulated with a bio-polymeric coating (171) and all process parameters Continuous flow monitored in real time and kept under closed-loop control 6 It encompasses a method, system, and product architecture. This architecture enables classic batch processing. Process heterogeneity encountered in batch type applications, plasma-derived reagents species loss during storage, intra-batch variations, and process repetition an industrial-scale standardized seed by reducing availability problems (170) processing lines are obtained. In the system which operates on the continuous flow principle, each 5 seed (170), same processing time, same plasma density and same coating (171) By subjecting the process to these conditions, homogeneity is ensured throughout the process. The seed feeding hopper (100) located at the beginning of the processing line will be processed. feeding that ensures the seeds (170) are given continuously and in a controlled manner. It is a unit. The seed feeding funnel (100) feeds the seeds (170) without harming each other and 10 It has a geometry that allows for dosing without disrupting the flow continuity. This is achieved through gravity, a vibrating feeding mechanism, or similar feeding methods. It can be configured to work with the methods. From the feeding hopper (100) The seeds that come out in a controlled manner (170) are transferred onto the carrier (110). Carrier (110) is not only an element that performs physical transport, but also throughout the system 15 Basic synchronization that determines the timing of all operations to be performed. It is an element. Carrier (110) speed; plasma contact time, coating time window (145), coating (171) thickness, drying time and quality control measurements are taken into consideration It can be continuously adjusted by the control unit (154). Thus, each The total processing time that the seed (170) spends in the system is kept under control. 20 And the same process conditions are established for all products. As seen in Figure 1. All modules of the processing pipeline are positioned in a sequential manner along the carrier (110) and each module will feed directly to the next processing step. They are integrated with each other. The seeds (170) moving along the carrier (110) are placed into the micro-reactor (120) 25 is taken. As shown in detail in Figure 2 and Figure 3, the micro-reactor (120), having numerous cells (121) on it and each seed (170) a separate micro It has a special carrier (110) structure that carries the transaction volume within it. Cells (121), so that the seeds (170) can be processed independently of each other 30 sized and preferably a single seed (170) inside each cell (121). is placed. Thus each seed (170) is independent of neighboring seeds (170). It is subjected to the same physical and chemical process conditions as a classic rotary machine. In drum or batch reactor systems, the shading of seeds (170) can cause different 7 such as prolonged exposure to plasma or the non-homogeneous distribution of active species Problems are eliminated thanks to this structure. Each cell (121), process by creating a local micro-reaction volume during the process, plasma-derived active species This ensures that the seed (170) is concentrated directly around the relevant seed. In batch systems, the local reaction medium obtained is transported in a continuous flow line, 5 However, batch systems have low production capacity and repeatability problems. is being eliminated. As seen in Figure 2 and Figure 3, the upper part of the cells (121) can be optionally The upper barrier (122) can be found. The upper barrier (122) is the plasma treatment during the process. 10 Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) formed within region (136) and the sudden removal of other active plasma components from the cell (121) Thus, the active plasma created within the treatment area (136) is limited. chemical atmosphere in the immediate vicinity of each seed (170) throughout the processing period It is protected. The upper barrier (122) is a closed lid that completely blocks the passage of gas. It is not of a certain type, but a semi-open or partially open structure that will allow controlled gas exchange. 15 It can also be designed to be permeable. Thus, on the one hand, the plasma reactions can continue... while ensuring that the processing conditions are met for each cell (121) It becomes possible to make it repeatable. Use of the upper barrier (122) By preventing dilution of active species, especially at high line speeds, process stability is ensured. It is increasing. 20 Seeds (170) progressing through the micro-reactor (120), cold plasma module (130) When the plasma process reaches the plasma processing area (136) located below, the plasma process It is implemented. The cold plasma module (130) shown in Figure 2; plasma outlet head (131), dielectric barrier (132), electrode (133), power supply (134) and gas supply It consists of a manifold (135). The power supply (134), electrode (133) suitable voltage 25 and by feeding at frequency, the dielectric barrier (132) is at low atmospheric pressure. It enables the creation of a high-temperature plasma. Gas supply manifold (135) through which gas mixtures containing air, nitrogen, oxygen and / or water vapor are introduced into the system It is sent in controlled flows and this gas mixture plasma outlet head (131) NO-focused plasma chemistry is created by ionization within it. The 30 formed... plasma, located within the cells (121) along the plasma processing area (136) contact with the surface of the seeds (170), thus the desired surface of the seed (170) Chemical stimulation is produced. Plasma contact time; carrier (110) velocity, 8 plasma processing area (136) length and power supply (134) operating parameters It is adjusted taking into account that each seed (170) is treated with the same dose. This structure ensures that although the system operates in continuous flow, each As if the seed (170) had been processed in an independent micro-reactor (120). It can evaluate and thus both high production capacity and high process efficiency. 5 repeatability is achieved. The stimulation process performed within the plasma treatment area (136) Upon completion, plasma, which constitutes one of the most important stages of the invention, The preservation process then begins. Cold is created under atmospheric pressure. Plasma causes only a physical surface modification on the seed (170) surface. not only does it not bring, but also primarily reactive nitrogen species (Reactive Nitrogen Species- This leads to the formation of various types of active chemicals, including RNS. However, Since a significant portion of these active species have high reactivity, time They can lose their effectiveness by interacting with the surrounding atmosphere. The technique In the known case, the coating process by plasma treatment (171) is done in different processes or different 15 because it was performed at certain times, biochemical stimulation created by plasma A significant portion is lost before reaching the storage and transfer process. In this invention, however, this disadvantage is eliminated by completing the plasma process immediately after it is finished. Then the seeds (170) are transferred to the coating module (140). Thus The active chemical state created by the plasma remains unchanged for 20 years before it even begins to decompose. It is preserved by being enclosed in a protective coating (171) structure. For this purpose, the plasma treatment area (136) and the coating module as shown in Figure 4. (140) a transportation distance of a certain length is created between and this distance, It forms the coating time window (145) together with the carrier (110) speed. Coating time window (145) is the time between the end of the plasma process and the coating (171) 25 This refers to the time elapsed between the moment the application begins and the application itself. This period includes plasma. short enough to ensure the preservation of the active species formed by the seed (170) long enough to allow it to be transported to the coating module (140) in a stable manner It is determined in such a way as to be. In other words, the coating time window (145), not only the physical distance between the two modules, but also the plasma excitation 30 It refers to a functional process parameter that ensures its protection. Control unit (154) continuously monitors the carrier (110) speed of each seed in this time window (170) can ensure that it remains the same, thus standard operation throughout the system. 9 The necessary conditions are created. Thanks to this structure, each seed that comes out of the plasma process... (170) reaches the coating (171) process in the same time and between the batches Potential process variations are significantly reduced. Coating time window (145) at the end of seeds (170), coating module (140) It is taken inside. Coating module (140), plasma activated seed (170) 5 a functional process that enables the controlled encapsulation of the surface It is a station. As shown in Figure 4, the coating module (140) is the coating reservoir. (142) works together with the coating nozzles (141) and the drying zone (143). Bio-polymeric or hydrogel based coating reservoir (142) The coating (171) composition coats the seeds at a controlled flow rate through the coating nozzles (141). (170) is sprayed onto. Coating nozzles (141), spray angle, droplet adjustable in terms of size, flow rate and spray duration Since it can be structured, a coating of homogeneous thickness on each seed (170). (171) layers can be formed. Since the carrier (110) is constantly moving, each The seed (170) passes under the coating nozzles (141) at the same speed and thus the coating 15 (171) The quantity is standardized for all products. This standardization is only It not only improves product quality, but also subsequent storage and germination. This also ensures that their behaviors are similar to each other. After the coating (171) process is completed, the seeds (170) are dried It is transferred to the region (143). Drying region (143), applied coating (171) 20 controlled curing of the composition, removal of the solvent phase, or hydrogel This is the process section that ensures the structure becomes stable. During the drying process... Parameters such as temperature, relative humidity, air flow rate, and processing time affect the applied coating. It can be modified according to the formulation (171). Thus, coating (171), transport and It will not be mechanically damaged during storage, but 25 during planting. It is brought to the physical characteristics that will allow it to perform its function. Drying area (143) not only is there a section that hardens the coating (171), but also the plasma The active chemical structure formed with the coating (171) matrix is ​​stable within the matrix. This constitutes an important process step that ensures the plasma is retained. Thus, the plasma The biological stimulus obtained by the process is encapsulated in the coating (171) and stored 30 It can be protected for a certain period of time. Figure 5 shows the cross-sectional structure of the coated seed (170) obtained within the scope of the invention. It is shown schematically. As can be seen, the seed (170) is directly single-layered. It is not covered with a film, but instead has functional properties that differ from one another. It is surrounded by a multilayer coating (171) structure. Multilayer structure Thanks to this, each layer performs a different technical task, and the system has a total of 5 It contributes to its performance. Coating (171) is generally the inner reservoir layer. (172) and at least two functional layers, namely the outer barrier layer (173). It consists of these layers. Additional intermediate layers or functional layers can be added to these layers as needed. Components can also be added. Thus, the coating (171) structure provides only physical protection. 10 It is being transformed into a functional load-bearing system. The inner reservoir layer (172) is the biological and formed immediately after plasma treatment. This layer is the primary functional region that ensures the maintenance of chemical stimulation. It preferably contains a functional micro-reservoir (174). Functional micro-reservoir (174), adsorbent structures, microporous phases, carrier (110) 15 It may contain particles or similar trapping systems and during the plasma process NO-focused active species formed within the coating matrix (171) as much as possible It helps to retain the plasma. Thus, the plasma effect is only during the procedure. It ceases to be a temporary surface reaction that occurs during storage. It is transformed into a controlled biological stimulus that can be maintained. Internal reservoir 20 layer (172), also depending on external environmental conditions in the process It also forms the active zone where controlled release will take place. The outer barrier layer (173) surrounding the inner reservoir layer (172) of the coating (171) It forms a protective layer that increases its resistance to environmental effects. External barrier layer (173) restricts gas diffusion to a certain extent, internal reservoir 25 during the storage period of the active components kept in the layer (172) It contributes to its protection. It also facilitates transportation, packaging, and logistics. the coating (171) against mechanical effects that may occur during the processes By preserving its integrity, the coating extends the shelf life of the product. Thus, the coating (171), Not only is it a structure that carries only the active component, but it also provides storage stability of 30. It also functions as a protective barrier system. Internal reservoir The outer barrier layer (172) and the outer barrier layer (173) work together to form the plasma. It helps to preserve the activity until planting time. 11 One of the most important functions of the coating (171) structure is its moisture gate behavior. (175) is the demonstration of moisture gate behavior (175), normal storage of the coating (171). It remains stable under these conditions, but the seed (170) reaches the sowing medium and sufficient moisture or when exposed to water activity, controlled changes occur in its physical structure. This refers to the change it brings about. This change involves swelling, softening, dissolution, or 5 This can occur as an increase in permeability. Thus, in the inner reservoir layer (172) stored active species and components retained within the functional micro-reservoir (174) It can be released in a controlled manner. As a result, during the plasma process... The biological stimulation created has an effect not only during the procedure but also during the transplantation process. This mechanism is transferred to the seed in such a way that it can be sustained (170). This mechanism is the 10th of the invention. A fundamental technique that combines storage stability with controlled release within the same framework. This constitutes one of its characteristics. After the coating (171) process and drying stage are completed, the coated (171) seeds (170), physical and chemical properties obtained throughout the process For verification purposes, the inline quality control module (150) shown in Figure 6 was used. It is directed. In the invention, quality control is performed only at the end of the process. Not as a monitoring activity, but as something that runs continuously throughout the process and operates within the system itself. an active feedback that allows it to adjust its parameters in real time It is designed as a mechanism. This allows for any process changes, production... This can be detected without stopping the production line, and the necessary corrections can be made within the same production cycle 20. It can be carried out within. Thus, the target for each seed (170) Plasma effect, coating (171) thickness and storage stability are maintained while batch Potential quality differences are minimized. Continuous flow. This quality control architecture, which operates on the principle of verifying only the final product, not only that, but it also makes it possible for the process to optimize itself. 25 It brings. As shown in Figure 6, the inline quality control module (150) monitors different processes throughout the process. Multiple sensors simultaneously monitoring physical and chemical parameters It includes the element. In this context, the RNS sensor (151), the weight sensor (152) and The moisture sensor (153) works together to record the processing history of each seed (170) 30 It generates data. RNS sensor (151) inside plasma processing area (136) whether the generated NO-focused active chemistry is formed at the desired levels It is used to determine this. This sensor directly detects reactive nitrogen in the gas phase. 12 Optical window-based spectroscopic sensing methods can measure their types. By using this method, it is possible to indirectly monitor plasma characteristics. Thus, plasma outlet head (131), gas supply manifold (135) and power supply (134) the generated plasma produces the same chemical properties in each process cycle This can be verified. The system not only determines whether plasma has formed, but also... 5 whether the targeted NO-focused plasma chemistry is stably sustainable They are constantly monitoring it. Gram sensor (152), encapsulation performed in coating module (140) It is used to verify the homogeneity of the process. Gram sensor (152), The amount of coating (171) formed on each seed (170) contactless or contact 10 By using measurement techniques, we can determine the target coating (171) If deviations from the thickness occur, the system should detect them instantly. It allows the amount of coating (171) to go outside the determined tolerance ranges. If it fails, the control unit (154) sprays the coating nozzles (141). flow rate, flow rate from the lining reservoir (142) or carrier (110) velocity 15 It can make changes automatically. Thus, quality control is only required at the end of the process. This approach does not involve manufacturing; quality is created directly during the production process. thanks to the coating of a very similar thickness on all the seeds (170). (171) by obtaining both the storage behavior and the controlled release characteristic. It is being standardized. 20 The humidity sensor (153) monitors the ambient humidity and temperature along the process line, especially Control of environmental conditions affecting the drying kinetics of the coating (171) structure Bio-polymeric or hydrogel-based coatings (171) ensure that it is kept under control. Since it is sensitive to environmental humidity conditions, the entrance to the drying zone (143) and The changes in moisture content at the outlet directly affect the mechanical properties of the coating (171). It can affect. Therefore, the data obtained by the humidity sensor (153) It is not only used for environmental recording purposes, but also for the drying area. (143) also contributes to the dynamic adjustment of working conditions. Thus the coating (171) will be neither excessively brittle nor insufficiently cured. It can be created with optimum physical characteristics. As a result, both storage 30 during which the integrity of the coating (171) is preserved and in the planting medium The desired moisture gate behavior (175) is made repeatable. 13 All measurement results obtained from the inline quality control module (150) are checked. is transferred to the control unit (154). The control unit (154) stores only the sensor data. It is not a passive electronic unit, but rather a unit that manages all the operating parameters of the system. It forms the central process control infrastructure. Control unit (154), RNS 5 from sensor (151), weight sensor (152) and humidity sensor (153) By evaluating the data in real time, a quality index is created for each production cycle. It creates. The calculated quality index represents the system's predefined target. The values ​​are compared and if any deviation is detected, the relevant process is initiated. The parameters are updated automatically. Thus, no operator intervention is required. The system can continuously optimize its operating conditions without requiring any intervention. 10 Thanks to this closed-loop control approach, the plasma power, gas flow rate, carrier (110) speed, coating (171) flow rate, coating time window (145) and drying as needed The operating parameters of the region (143) can be adjusted in real time. This feature is one of the key elements that enhances the industrial applicability of the invention. It constitutes. 15 Coated seeds (170) that successfully completed quality control processes, packaging It is transferred to the station (160). The packaging station (160) only transfers the physical product. It is not only the final process point where it is packaged, but also throughout the production process. Traceability where all process information obtained is linked to the relevant product batch. It forms the center. Quality indices created by the control unit (154), 20 Plasma process parameters, gas composition, contact time, coating thickness (171), Drying parameters and sensor recordings are digitally linked to the relevant production lot during packaging. This allows for retrospective matching for each batch of product launched on the market. Process verification can be performed, fully compliant with quality management systems. Traceability is ensured. This structure is particularly important for high value-added certified seeds. 25 (170) constitutes an important advantage that increases production reliability in production. The system developed within the scope of the invention is specific to only a certain seed (170) type. wheat, barley, corn, rice, soybeans, legumes, oilseeds (170), fodder crops and various vegetable seeds (170) with different morphological characteristics It can be structured to be applicable to a large number of agricultural seeds (170). 30 The geometry of the cells (121) on the microreactor (120) is the plasma processing area. (136) dimensions, (140) operating parameters of the coating module and carrier (110) speed It can be readjusted according to the type of seed (170) to be processed. Thus, the same system 14 By preserving the architecture and only changing the process parameters, it is possible to create different product groups. Optimal operating conditions can be created. Thanks to this modular structure, the system can be integrated into existing industrial seed (170) processing lines or stand alone It can also be used as a production line. In conclusion, the invention involves a controlled 5 for each seed (170) inside the micro-reactor (120). Continuous flow process architecture creating micro-throughput, NO-focused cold plasma. Controlled biochemical stimulation performed with module (130), after plasma Bio-polymeric coatings are produced within the defined coating time window (145). encapsulation, inner reservoir layer (172), outer barrier layer (173), functional Multilayer coating with micro-reservoir (174) and moisture gate behavior (175) 10 (171) a functional seed that retains its effectiveness throughout storage with its structure (170) It produces the product. In addition, the inline quality control module (150), RNS sensor (151), weight sensor (152), humidity sensor (153) and control unit (154) Thanks to the closed-loop process management created by us, every step of the production line A seed (170) can be processed in accordance with the same quality criteria, thus classic batch 15 Homogeneity, repeatability, and process standardization encountered in these types of systems. The problems are significantly reduced. The coated seeds obtained (170), It is able to maintain the biological stimulation generated by plasma throughout the storage period and Moisture gate behavior with the formation of sufficient moisture conditions in the growing medium (175) By becoming active in a controlled manner, the germination performance of the seed (170) is 20 Contributes to early seedling development and increased resistance to abiotic stress conditions. This provides a new method of plasma application or a new not a coating (171) technique; plasma stimulation, controlled encapsulation, functional coating (171) architecture and closed loop process control in a single continuous flow production 25 It places.

Claims

REQUESTS 1. The invention concerns the processing of agricultural seeds (170) with cold plasma and bio-polymer It is a system for carrying out encapsulation, and its characteristic feature is;  Seeds (170) are placed in the line in a controlled, uninterrupted and dosed manner. seed feeding funnel (100) to ensure its delivery; 5  To ensure that seeds (170) are transported synchronously within the system. carrier (110);  A local reaction around the seed (170) during plasma application by creating the area to ensure homogeneous exposure and repeatability microreactor (120); 10  By generating NO-focused cold plasma and surface stimulation of seeds (170) cold plasma module (130) to perform;  Post-plasma activated seed (170) bio-polymeric / hydrogel Coating module (140) to ensure that it is wrapped with;  Plasma 15, which verifies the system's output by taking measurements throughout the process. parameters such as effectiveness, coating (171) thickness, grammage and moisture inline quality control module for determining product quality by monitoring (150);  Evaluating data from sensors, conveyor speed, plasma control 20 to adjust the power, gas flow and coating (171) flow rate unit (154) It is characterized by its inclusion.

2. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is that each seed (170) is located inside the microreactor (120) and is independent of 25 It contains cell (121) to be moved to the processing area.

3. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, its feature is to limit gas exchange and plasma-derived species in the cell (121) It contains an upper barrier (122) to ensure that it is kept inside. 30 4. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, 16 Its feature is the plasma output head which is the application end of the cold plasma module (130). (131) is included.

5. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is to limit the discharge and allow the formation of atmospheric plasma. 5 It contains a dielectric barrier (132).

6. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is to create an electrode that initiates plasma formation by generating an electric field. (133) is included. 10 7. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is to provide the necessary energy to the electrode (133) power supply (134) It includes.

8. Cold plasma treatment of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio-15 It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is to modulate and transmit flows containing air, nitrogen, oxygen and / or water vapor. It includes a gas supply manifold (135).

9. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, 20 Its feature is to apply the coating compound to the surface of the seed (170) It includes nozzles (141).

10. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, its feature; coating reservoir 25 which is the reservoir into which the coating (171) material is fed. (142) is included.

11. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, its feature is the removal of the solution which stabilizes the coating (171), network Drying 30 to allow the structure to settle or the surface to be fixed. It includes the region (143).

12. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, 17 Its feature is to enable verification of active species formation in the system using NOx. It includes the sensor (151).

13. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, its feature; to measure the quantity and uniformity of the coating (171) gram 5 It includes the sensor (152).

14. Cold plasma processing of agricultural seeds (170) in accordance with Claim 1 and bio- It is a system for carrying out polymeric encapsulation, Its feature is the separation, recording, and preparation for shipment of products on a lot basis. It includes a packing station (160) to provide. 10 15. The invention improves the abiotic stress tolerance and / or storage of agricultural seeds (170). It is a method aimed at increasing its long-term vitality, and its characteristic is;  Seeds (170) on a continuous flow conveyor (110) in a micro-reactor (120) advancement of cells (121) on it,  Plasma treatment of seeds (170) with NO-focused cold plasma module (130) 15 warning in the region (136)  Bio- within the coating time window (145) following plasma stimulation encapsulation with polymeric / hydrogel based coating (171) It is characterized by including the application steps.

16. The method is in accordance with claim 15, and its characteristic is that the coating time window is (145) 0.1 20 It should be within a few seconds, preferably within 10 seconds.

17. The method is in accordance with Request 15, and its feature is that the cell (121) has an optional cover / top. It is to limit gas exchange with a barrier (122).

18. The method is in accordance with claim 15, and its characteristic is that the gas supply manifold (135) has air, It is the feeding of streams containing nitrogen, oxygen and / or water vapor. 25 19. The method is in accordance with claim 15, and its characteristic is the plasma contact time for the seed (170). The time range is between ms and 10 s.

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