ROTATING, SUBMERGED, AND HORIZONTAL POT SUPPORT SOILLESS FARMING MODULE

Abstract

The invention relates to the fields of agricultural technologies, soilless farming systems, vertical farming, controlled greenhouse cultivation, automation-supported plant production, and hydroponic cultivation systems, and specifically concerns a soilless farming module with a rotating, submerged feeding system and horizontal pot carrier, developed for use in the controlled cultivation of plants with small / medium root volumes such as basil, lettuce, arugula, parsley, mint, strawberries, aromatic herbs, leafy vegetables, and similar plants.

Description

1 TARIFF ROTATING, SUBMERGED, AND HORIZONTAL POTTY CARRIER-SUPPORTED SOILLESS FARMING MODULE Technical field The invention applies especially to basil, lettuce, arugula, parsley, mint, strawberries, and aromatic herbs. controlled cultivation of leafy vegetables and similar plants with small to medium root volume. Developed for use in growing plants in a rotary, submerged environment. It relates to a soilless farming module with a feeder and horizontal pot carrier. 10 State of the Art Various plant cultivation systems are used in current technology. Classic horizontal NFT channel systems: In these systems, plants are placed in horizontal channels 15 It is grown in a fixed position on it. The nutrient solution flows through the channel. This In these systems, the number of plants per unit area is limited. The plants are in a fixed position. Light distribution depends on the greenhouse layout. Area usage, on the other hand, is based on the horizontal plane. It is limited. Vertical tower type hydroponic systems: In these systems, plants are placed in vertical columns or They are grown on towers. A difference in upper and lower plant growth may occur. Light distribution. It may not be homogeneous. Access may be difficult during maintenance and harvesting. Fixed-rack vertical farming systems: In these systems, plants are stacked on racks in 25-story structures. They are grown in this way. Since the shelves are fixed, each level has its own light and air needs. It requires solutions. The need for artificial lighting may increase. Shelves for harvesting and maintenance. Access between them is required. Rotary drum or cylindrical growing systems: In some rotary systems, plants are 30 It is positioned on a drum or cylinder-like structure. The rotation of the plants tilting, inverted position, or irregular nutrition of the root zone during this process 2 Problems such as these can occur. The horizontal positioning of the pot supports is a problem in every system. It is not provided. Purpose of the Invention The invention addresses the land use issues encountered in existing soilless farming systems. inefficiency, uneven light distribution of plants, and irregularities in irrigation and nutrient solution uneven water distribution to the plant, labor difficulties, high water consumption, and maintenance. It was developed to reduce their difficulties. Thanks to the multiple planter supports placed around the circular wheel, the same base Many plants can be grown in this area. The controlled rotational movement of the wheels is 10 Thanks to this structure, the position of the plants changes. This structure allows plants to receive light and air. It allows for a more balanced utilization of the circulation. Planter carriers on the ground Thanks to the connecting / hanging structure that allows them to remain parallel, the plants rotate during rotation. It remains in an upright position without bending. The nutrient solution reservoir is located at the bottom. Thanks to this, the roots come into contact with the nutrient solution at regular intervals. This structure facilitates irrigation and 15 It ensures controlled fertilization. The nutrient solution is in the same reservoir. Using it cyclically reduces water and fertilizer loss. Each module is independent. It can operate or multiple modules can be connected side-by-side. This structure is suitable for small, medium and small size devices. It is suitable for large-scale greenhouses. Thanks to its rotating structure, it can be used at different levels. The planters can be made more accessible. This feature makes planting, maintenance, and harvesting easier. It simplifies things. Motor-gearbox, timer, speed control system, EC / pH measurement and It can be integrated with fertilizer automation. The invention consists of circular wheels, horizontal potting supports, and a lower nutrient solution reservoir. Traditional soilless farming with controlled motor drive and automation compatible structure. It is different from other systems. Thanks to the invention, more plants can be grown per unit area. They can be grown, and the plants can make balanced use of light and nutrient solution. This is ensured, water and fertilizer consumption is reduced, and maintenance / harvesting operations are improved. is being facilitated. The invention aims to grow more plants in the same floor area. With this invention, plants can access light, air, and nutrient solutions more easily thanks to their rotational movement. 3 The aim is to ensure balanced access. The invention allows plants to grow upright by holding the pot carriers in a horizontal position. The aim is to provide this. The invention describes a submersion-based irrigation / feeding system with a nutrient solution reservoir located at the bottom. The aim is to do this. 5 The invention aims to reduce water and fertilizer use. The invention aims to create a modular, portable, and reproducible production unit. that is intended. The invention aims to make maintenance, planting, and harvesting processes more ergonomic. is intended. 10 The invention creates a rotary soilless farming module suitable for automation in greenhouses. It is intended to be improved. Explanation of the Figures Figure 1 shows the front view of the agricultural module, which is the subject of the invention. Figure 2 - Side view of the agricultural module, which is the subject of the invention. 15 Figure 3 shows the connection between the planter and the wheel, which is the subject of the invention, in the agricultural module. Figure 4 - Details of the agricultural module's bottom nutrient reservoir and immersion feeding system. It is the appearance. Figure 5 - The agricultural module drive and inter-module connection related to the invention. It is the appearance. 20 Explanation of the references in the figures. 1. Main supporting chassis 2. Left support leg 3. Right support leg 25 4. Left circular wheel 5. Right circular wheel 6. Center mile 4 7. Bearing housing 8. Planter support element 9. Pot holder 10. Flowerpot 11. Plant 5 12. Planter mounting tab 13. Suspension / joint connection element 14. Lower nutrient reservoir 15. Drain valve 16. Nutrient solution inlet / outlet connection 10 17. Motor-gearbox group 18. Power transmission pulley / gear 19. Belt / chain transmission element 20. Protective engine housing 21. Intermodule connector 15 22. Automation and control unit 23. EC / pH sensor connection Level 24 sensor 25. Chassis connection and fixing plates Description of the invention Our invention consists of: main support chassis (1), left support leg (2), right support leg (3), left circular wheel (4), right circular wheel (5), center shaft (6), bearing housing (7), pot holder carrier element (8), pot holder (9), pot (10), plant (11) pot holder connection lug (12), hanger / joint connection element (13), lower nutrient solution reservoir (14), drain 25 valve (15), nutrient solution inlet / outlet connection (16), motor-gear unit (17), power transmission pulley / gear (18), belt / chain transmission element (19), guard motor housing (20), intermodule connector (21), automation and control unit (22), EC / PH sensor connection (23), level sensor (24) and chassis This is explained by the connection and fixing plates (25). 30 Main support chassis (1): It is the main body structure that carries all the parts of the invention. Left support foot (2) and right support foot (3): Left circular wheel (4), right circular wheel The left circular wheel (4) is the side support element that carries the gear (5) and the central shaft (6). and ensures that the right circular wheel (5) rotates in a balanced and safe manner. Left circular wheel (4) and right circular wheel (5): Two of the planter support elements (8) They are the rotating carrier elements to which the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel 5 are connected at the ends. The wheel (5) rotates on the same axis as the central shaft (6). Center shaft (6): On the same axis as the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) It is the main carrier shaft that enables its rotation. Bearing housing (7): Enables the center shaft (6) to rotate with low friction. Left 10 It is possible. Planter support element (8): It is the long support part on which the planters (10) are placed. The left circular wheel (4) is connected to the right circular wheel (5) at both ends, and the plants (11) It allows them to be transported in a line. Pot holder (9) and pot (10): The root zone and growing medium of the plant (11) 15 They are the elements that carry. Plant (11): It is the agricultural product grown in the system. Planter mounting lug (12): Planter support elements (8) on the wheel It ensures that it is secured to the connection point. Hanger / joint connection element (13): 20 during the turn of the planter support element (8). It is a connecting element that helps it maintain its horizontal position. Each planter the carrier element (8) rotates or oscillates with respect to the rotating carrier mechanism It allows him to do it. Bottom nutrient reservoir (14): Water and nutrients needed by plants (11) It is the reservoir containing the solution. The planters rotate with this reservoir during the rotation. It is associated with the bottom of the pots (10) or the plants in the pots. (11) at least part of the root zones are immersed in the nutrient solution during rotational movement It is designed in a location and dimensions that will allow entry. Drain valve (15): The nutrient solution in the lower nutrient reservoir (14) Used for emptying, cleaning, or changing. 30 Nutrient solution inlet / outlet connection (16): Feeding solution into the system or It is the link used to retrieve data from the system. 6 Motor-gear set (17): Controlled speed of left and right circular gears (4,5) It is the drive element that enables it to rotate. Power transmission pulley / gear (18) and Belt / chain transmission element (19): Motor its movement to the central shaft (6) or to the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) The element that transmits the power is a pulley, gear, belt, or chain-like device. 5 Protective motor housing (20): Motor-gearbox group (17), Power transmission It protects the pulley / gear (18) and the drive / chain transmission element (19) from external influences and works It ensures security. Intermodule connector (21): Multiple modules on the same line It enables connection and collaboration. The module can be connected to at least one other module side-by-side. It allows them to be connected side-by-side or sequentially. Automation and control unit (22): Turnaround time, waiting time, irrigation interval, It enables EC / pH monitoring and control of fertilization processes. EC / pH sensor connection (23): Electrical conductivity and pH of the nutrient solution It allows monitoring of values. 15 Level sensor (24): Nutrient solution in the lower nutrient solution reservoir (14) It monitors the level. Chassis fixing plates (25): Ensure that the module sits securely on the ground. The main support chassis (1) forms the basic body of the module. Left support leg (2) and 20 The right support leg (3) is connected to the main support chassis (1). The left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5), located on the left support leg (2) and the right support leg (3) It is supported by a rotary bearing via bearing housings (7) and a central shaft (6). The left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) are on the same central shaft (6) axis. They are aligned opposite each other. Planter support elements (8), left circular wheel (4) 25 with the connection points located around the right circular wheel (5) and the planter connection It is connected at both ends with its ear (12). One end of each pot support element (8) is connected to the left The other end of the circular wheel (4) is connected to the right circular wheel (4). The pot holders (8) have pot holders (9). The pots (10) 30 They are placed in pot holders (9). Plant roots (11) and inside the pots (10) Growing medium is provided. 7 The lower nutrient reservoir (14), the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) and The potting support element (8) is located at the bottom. Bottom nutrient reservoir (14), contact of the root zone with the nutrient solution during the rotation movement of the pots It is placed in a location where it can be used. The motor-gear unit (17) is fixed to the main carrier chassis (1) or side legs. 5 Motor output motion is transmitted via power transmission pulley / gear (18) and belt / chain transmission. The movement is transmitted to the central shaft (6) or to one of the gears via element (19). This movement is transmitted to the other The transmission is made to the wheel via the central shaft (6) or potting connections. When multiple modules are to be used, a connecting element is used between the modules. The modules can be connected to each other mechanically or via drive systems. 10 When the motor-reducer group (17) is started, the motion power transmission element It is transmitted through the central shaft (6) or the gear system. The central shaft (6) With its rotation, the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) are together on the same axis. It rotates. The planter carrier 15 rotates with the rotation of the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5). The elements (8) perform circular motion. The connection arrangement of the pot support elements (8) during the rotation of the plants (11) They are arranged in such a way that they allow the pots to remain in an upright position. Thus, the pots (10) and plants (11) are located on carriers parallel to the ground. The lower nutrient solution reservoir (14) is located at the bottom of the module. Pot holders turn 20 During this time, it reaches the level of the lower chamber (14) at certain intervals. In this position, the plants The root zone or growing medium comes into contact with the nutrient solution. This allows the plants to... Water and nutrients are supplied via immersion. Turnover time, waiting time, and nutrient solution contact time vary depending on the plant species. It is adjustable. For example, it's different for fast-growing leafy plants, strawberries, or 25 Different rotation and waiting times may apply to aromatic plants. The EC, pH and level values ​​of the nutrient solution are monitored with level sensors (24). It is possible. The automation system can provide a fertilizer tank and a dosing pump if necessary. or it can work in conjunction with a water replenishment system. 30 8 When harvesting, planting or maintenance is to be done, the operator selects the desired pot row. It can make it more accessible. This eliminates the need to use stairs to reach the upper rows. It decreases and work ergonomics improve. 5. How the invention can be applied to industry. The subject of the invention is a rotary, submerged, horizontal potting soilless plant with a carrier. agriculture module, greenhouse production facilities, urban farming applications, R&D in greenhouses, in agricultural systems for educational purposes, and for disabled and elderly individuals. small and medium-sized investors can produce in social farming areas where they can work. It can be used in facilities. 10

Claims

9 REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to a rotary system for growing plants in a controlled environment. It is a submerged-fed soilless farming module, characterized by having a main carrier. chassis (1) rotates around at least one axis of rotation on the main carrier chassis (1) 5 a movable rotating carrier mechanism (4, 5, 6, 7), holds numerous pots (10) multiple pot holder carrier elements suitable for carrying (8), pot holder connecting the carrier elements (8) to the rotating carrier assembly in a movable manner. The connecting elements (12, 13) move the rotating carrier assembly. The drive mechanism (17, 18, 19) and the movement of the root zones of the pots (10) 10 will ensure contact with the nutrient solution at a specific point along its route a nutrient solution reservoir positioned in this way (14), potting carrier the horizontal positions of the elements (8) during the rotation under the effect of gravity by including movable connecting elements (12, 13) that provide protection It is characterized by 15 2. This is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its feature is a rotating conveyor. the left circular wheel (4) of the mechanism, positioned opposite each other with the right circular wheel (5), the central shaft connecting the said wheels (6) and containing at least one bearing seat (7) carrying the center shaft (6). It is characterized by... 20 3. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic is; pot carrier. elements (8), connecting lugs (12) and hanger / joint connection elements (13) through the left circular wheel (4) and the right circular wheel (5) two It is characterized by its movable connection at its ends.

4. This is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic is that each pot contains 25 the carrier element (8) rotates or oscillates with respect to the rotating carrier mechanism it must contain at least one hanger / joint connection element (13) that allows it to do so It is characterized by...

5. This is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is; pot carrier. The center of gravity of element (8) is 30 below the axis of the suspension / joint connection. by positioning the pot holder support element (8) along the turn It is characterized by its ability to maintain its horizontal position.

6. It is a soilless farming module according to claim 1, and its feature is that the bottom of the pots (10) at least one of the root zones of plants in pots or containers 5 that will allow part of it to enter the nutrient solution during rotational movement It is characterized by having a nutrient solution reservoir (14) in terms of location and dimensions. is being done.

7. This is a soilless cultivation module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is; nutrient solution. of the reservoir (14), nutrient solution inlet / outlet connection (16) and reservoir It contains a drain valve (15) which allows the liquid inside to be drained. It is characterized by...

8. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is that the drive mechanism, motor-reducer group (17), power transmission pulley or gear (18) and belt or is characterized by containing a chain transmission element (19).

9. It is a soilless farming module according to claim 1, and its feature is; motor-gearbox 15 group (17) against user contact of motion transmission elements by including a protective motor housing (20) which ensures its protection It is characterized by...

10. This is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is a rotating conveyor. the mechanism's continuous or intermittent operation and the rotation speed, rotation 20 Allows adjustment of direction, dwell time, or immersion time. It is characterized by containing an automation and control unit (22).

11. This is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its feature is automation and At least one EC / pH sensor connection (23) connected to the control unit (22) and at least It is characterized by containing a level sensor (24). 25 12. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its feature is; rotating carrier. The planter support elements of the system (8) have a closed movement path. to be created in such a way as to pass through different vertical and angular positions along its length It is characterized by... 11 13. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic is that the module has at least one at least one that allows it to be connected side-by-side or sequentially with another module It is characterized by containing an intermodule connection element (21).

14. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is that it is interconnected. 5 modules can operate with a common energy, nutrient solution or control system. mechanical, electrical, fluid or data communication that enables It is characterized by containing at least one of these links.

15. It is a soilless farming module according to Claim 1, and its characteristic feature is that it is interconnected. each module can be started, stopped, or otherwise controlled independently. Connection and control elements that allow separation from the modules 10 It is characterized by its inclusion.

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