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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET

Automated Solar-Powered Aeroponics Structure for Plant Cultivation and Monitoring

Abstract

Global food security is at risk due to climate change and outdated agricultural technology. The application of readily available technology and input management increased the food supply by 10 to 30 percent, raising a need for alternative farming practices. Furthermore, this study designed, developed, tested, and evaluated an automated, solar-powered aeroponics structure for plant cultivation and monitoring. A research and development approach was used, adapting the iterative model with its four phases: design (planning the prototype), development (creating program logic and assembling components), testing (functionality testing), and evaluation (assessing strengths and weaknesses of the prototype), creating a manageable and flexible workflow, allowing the researchers to incorporate changes based on ongoing feedback. The researchers constructed a prototype with three (3) main components: a growing chamber, a control panel, and a water reservoir. This system was programmed to read and transmit sensor data to the cloud for monitoring. Testing confirmed the functionality of all parts, and evaluation revealed the prototype to be both user-friendly and adaptable to user preferences. In conclusion, the aeroponics structure's high ratings in functionality, acceptability, and adaptability demonstrate a well-performing and user-friendly prototype. This aeroponics system offers a promising and efficient way to advance agricultural practices through its high adaptability to a wide range of conditions. Farmers will be able to modify the aeroponics structure to grow a variety of crops, including vegetables, as it advances. Moreover, the system requires less manual labor due to its automated features, making it an efficient and convenient agricultural innovation.

Country : Philippines

1 Sydelle Krissy A. Arciso2 Lea Jane U. Atong3 Mikaela Antonia C. Esperat4 Erika Mae G. Estolonio5 Shay Latrisha B. Llido6 Francisca Rae O. Palacio7 Karl Evan R. Pama8 Kyna Mariz L. Wolfe

  1. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  2. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  3. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  4. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  5. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  6. Student Researcher, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  7. Faculty, Notre Dame of Marbel University – Integrated Basic Education Department SHS, Philippines
  8. Faculty, Libertad National High School, Philippines

IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 6, June 2024 pp. 52-62

doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2024.806007

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