Automated plant growing system and methods
US12201074B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 17, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P60/21
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
System, methods, and devices may control air flow, temperature, relative humidity, substrate temperature, substrate moisture, carbon dioxide concentration, photoperiod, irrigation, light intensity, spectrum, and vapor pressure deficit. The system may comprise water and air pumps, sensors, air and water distribution apparatus, lights, heaters, foggers, sensors, and electronic system control dedicated to control the environment on individual or multiple growing platforms. The present disclosure provides the ability to provide microclimate control to optimize the environment at the plant or shelf level to optimize plant yields and production resources. The present disclosure may utilize an open or closed plant production configuration depending on the desired plant outcome and plant species.
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