Lucio Pentagna
Tech hardware, 3D printers, digital manufacturing, prototyping, engineering at heart, maker.
Tech hardware, 3D printers, digital manufacturing, prototyping, engineering at heart, maker.
The Smart Irrigation Controller schedules watering by zone and time, so each part of the garden gets the water it needs and nothing more. It shows humidity and temperature in real time, takes new schedules remotely, and the PCB leaves room for more zones later.
Algarve Fab Farm is a Fab Lab on farmland in the western Algarve, twenty minutes from the surf. Beyond the usual Fab Lab machines, we have beds for guests, sponsored residents and staff. It is here for local farmers trying new tools, startups that need a quiet retreat, residents working on sustainable farming, and makers who want to build something.
Key disciplines: Tech hardware, 3D printers, digital manufacturing, prototyping, engineering at heart, maker.
Lucio Pentagna is passionate about tech hardware, 3D printers, digital manufacturing, and prototyping. A former executive, he transformed his life, sailed the Atlantic, and founded the first Fab Lab in China, XinFab. He is now building Algarve Fab Farm in Portugal.
Discover Algarve Fab Farm, a unique Fab Lab nestled in the scenic western Algarve, Portugal. Located on peaceful farmland, yet just 20 minutes from stunning surf beaches, it offers a tranquil and inspiring environment. Beyond standard Fab Lab equipment, we provide accommodation for guests, sponsored residents, and staff, fostering a collaborative community.
Algarve Fab Farm is dedicated to supporting:
Automate your garden with the Smart Irrigation Controller, my Fab Academy final project. This system intelligently schedules irrigation based on zones and time, optimizing water usage and plant health.
Key features include remote scheduling, real-time humidity and temperature monitoring, and a PCB designed for future expansion. Explore how this project can revolutionize your irrigation practices, saving water and time.