Soil sensor
The soil sensor employs a multi-electrode rod design with varying dimensions and insulating units, along with a connection unit with protrusions, to accurately measure soil moisture content and improve signal integrity, addressing the limitations of conventional sensors.
WO2025058449A1 Publication Date: 2025-03-20LG INNOTEK CO LTD
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/KR2024/013944
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2023-09-13
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-20
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional soil sensors face challenges in accurately measuring moisture content according to soil depth due to issues like electrode bending, inaccurate signal reception, and water infiltration affecting measurement accuracy.
Method used
The soil sensor design includes multiple electrode rods with varying widths and lengths, supported by a connection unit with protrusions to prevent bending and water accumulation, and insulating units to enhance signal transmission and reception accuracy.
Benefits of technology
This design allows for accurate measurement of moisture content at different soil depths, improves signal transmission and reception, and prevents water infiltration, thereby enhancing the reliability and accuracy of soil sensor readings.
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Abstract
A soil sensor according to one embodiment comprises: at least one electrode unit to be inserted into the soil; and a control unit for controlling electrical signals of the electrode unit, and measuring the soil condition according to the electric signals, wherein the electrode unit includes a connection unit connected to the control unit, and an electrode rod connected to the connection unit and inserted into the ground of the soil, and the connection unit further includes a protrusion protruding from the connection unit toward the ground.
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