Automated planter apparatus
US10149442B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 8, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01G27/008
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In some embodiments, an automated planter apparatus may include a reservoir container having a base with a sidewall coupled to and extending away from the base. A reservoir cavity may be disposed within the reservoir container and may be formed and bounded by the sidewall and base. A support lid may be configured to extend over and cover all or portions of the reservoir cavity. One or more receptacles may be disposed within the support lid, and each receptacle may be in fluid communication with the reservoir cavity. One or more pumps may be in fluid communication with the reservoir cavity and each receptacle. A plant container may be removably coupled within a receptacle. A processing unit may be in electrical communication with each pump and be configured to activate and control each pump.
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