Applications and implications
What will it do?
My project is a smart garden that automates irrigation and monitors environmental conditions to promote optimal plant growth, and I will be able to check this monitoring on an interface.
Who has done what beforehand?
Several smart garden projects have been implemented that use sensors and microcontrollers to monitor and control environmental conditions. My project seeks to integrate these technologies in a more efficient and accessible way.
What will you design?
I will design a control system that integrates soil moisture sensors, ambient temperature and humidity sensors, along with an automated irrigation system controlled by a microcontroller.
What materials and components will be used?
| Quantity | Description | Price USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xiao EsP32C3 | $12.27 |
| 1 | Xiao ESP32S3 | $37.46 |
| 1 | Irrigation System Kit | $17.89 |
| 1 | Submersible Water Pump | $6.27 |
| 1 | 5V Single Channel Relay Module | $2.24 |
| 4 | Soil Moisture Sensors FC-28 | $4.25 |
| 1 | Humidity and Temperature Sensor DHT11 | $2.94 |
| 1 | 15mm MDF | $32.45 |
| 1 | PLA Filament | $18.49 |
| 1 | PETG Filament | $14.12 |
| 1 | Furniture Caster Wheels Kit | $24.48 |
| 2 | Water Containers | $4.32 |
Where will they come from?
I will find these components in different places, for example, some materials such as mdf, water containers, plant seeds I found them in physical stores like Home Depot, the rest was in online stores like Amazon and Mercado LIbre.
How much will the cost?
The total cost is 164.91. It should be noted that the MDF I use is from week 7, when we worked with the CNC, but I add the price.
What parts and systems will be made?
Parts I Will Make for My Project
- The main structure with 15 mm MDF
- The pots made with 3D printing
- Reinforcement parts for main structure made with 3D printing
- The PCBs for the connection of sensors and for the camera
- The visual interface to see the information of the sensors and cameras
What processes need to be answered?
- Computer aided design for the creation of parts such as the main structure, pots, and supports.
- PCBs fabrication
- 3D printing
- Embedded programming
- CNC cutting
- Embedded networking and communications
What questiones need to be answered?
- What materials are most suitable for ensuring the durability and resistance of the system?
- How can I ensure efficient integration of sensors and the irrigation system?
- How to display sensor data on the interface?
Whow will it be evaluated?
The project will be evaluated based on its functionality, efficiency in water usage, and improvements in plant health and growth.