Rootzone heating for energy conservation using latent heat storage
US9510515B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01G24/20
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention provides improved compositions and methods for growing and cultivating plants, wherein the compositions and methods comprise placing phase change materials (PCMs) close to, in contact with, or substantially in contact with, a plant root system, a plant pot or a plant soil (containing plant roots) to absorb the heat from the day and release it at night.
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