Systems and methods for controlling liquid delivery and distribution to plants
US8261486B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P60/21
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention provides a system and methods for providing liquid to a plant or a seed that can germinate into a plant. The system includes: a liquid delivery device; an actuator; a vessel; and a vessel support; wherein the actuator is operable to cause the liquid delivery device to deliver the liquid to the plant or seed only when the vessel is brought into proximity with the vessel support.
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