Capacitive grain root angle determination sensor

The capacitive sensor system addresses the inefficiencies of conventional root angle measurement by providing real-time, non-destructive analysis, improving agricultural productivity through accurate root angle determination.

WO2026127852A1 Publication Date: 2026-06-18KARAMANOĞLU MEHMETBEY ÜNİVERSİTESİ STRATEJİ GELİŞTİRME DAİRESİ BAŞKANLIĞI
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Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
KARAMANOĞLU MEHMETBEY ÜNİVERSİTESİ STRATEJİ GELİŞTİRME DAİRESİ BAŞKANLIĞI
Filing Date
2025-02-27
Publication Date
2026-06-18

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⚠Technical Problem

Conventional methods for determining root angles in plants are time-consuming and risk damaging the roots, leading to inaccurate measurements.

⚗Method used

A capacitive sensor system using copper electrodes and an LC oscillator circuit to measure root angles in real-time without extracting the roots, utilizing changes in capacitance to detect root progression and angle.

🎯Benefits of technology

Enables precise, non-destructive measurement of root angles, enhancing agricultural efficiency by optimizing plant access to water and nutrients, and selecting drought-resistant plant species.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a capacitive sensor system for measuring root angles for the purpose of breeding grain seeds.
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