Hydroponic Multi-Doser Control for Precise Multi-Zone Nutrient Dosing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies for hydroponic systems are complex, require highly technical measurements, and are not effectively address the needs of efficient, and are not effectively solved the needs of the technical measurement and are not effectively solved the needs of the technical measurement and are not effectively solved the needs of the technical measurement and are not effectively solved the needs of the hydroponic systems. These are the challenges or needs the patent application aims to tackle.
Innovation Solution
A computerized core control system with a multi-doser device that automatically adjusts growing conditions, such as pH and nutrient levels, for multiple growing zones using a single sensing and dosing chamber, allowing for a plug-and-play hydroponic system that requires minimal user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a single multi-doser is used to service multiple growing zones, then device complexity is reduced, but measurement precision and dosing accuracy for each individual zone may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The multi-doser system divides the nutrient dosing process into separate channels, with each channel equipped with its own peristaltic pump and dosing mechanism. This segmentation allows independent control and precise measurement for each growing zone while maintaining a single integrated dosing unit, resolving the contradiction between system simplicity and measurement accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces a central control processor as an intermediary that receives sensor data from multiple growing zones and coordinates the dosing operations. This intermediary manages the complexity of servicing multiple zones with a single multi-doser, ensuring precise control without requiring separate dosers for each zone.
2Ease of operation
If automated environmental regulation is implemented, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The hydroponic system incorporates sensors that automatically monitor pH, electrical conductivity, and temperature in each growing zone, and the multi-doser automatically adjusts nutrient delivery based on sensor feedback. This self-service capability eliminates the need for manual monitoring and adjustment, improving ease of operation while the integrated control processor manages the complexity of coordinating multiple sensors and actuators.
3Area of stationary object
If a compact growing system is designed, then space utilization is improved, but adaptability for different crop types is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs a universal multi-doser design with multiple independent dosing channels that can be configured to service different growing zones with varying crop requirements. Each zone can be independently controlled with customized pH and nutrient settings, allowing a single compact system to accommodate diverse crop types including leafy greens, herbs, and fruiting plants simultaneously.
Data Source
AI summary
A hydroponic growing method and systems includes receiving sensor data from a plurality of sensors disposed about or around the growing system and comparing the sensor data against standard operating data protocols for operating conditions within the growing system. The growing method and system further detects if an operational risk exists based on the comparison of the sensor data and if the operational safety risk is detected, modify at least one of the plurality of growing components. The growing system may include a cabinet structure along with one or more processing devices.