Aplicación de sistemas embebidos para la automatización de cultivos urbanos.

Abstract

This project presents the advantages and capabilities of embedded systems for remote access in urban crop automation processes. Specifically, the modeling of a hydroponic system according to the NFT (Nutrient Film Technique) specifications was carried out. The variables involved in the growth of the plants were taken into account, such as: temperature, humidity, root moisture, reservoir level and precipitation. The prototype of an embedded system that sensed data in real time and allowed its remote monitoring was implemented and configured. The system automatically operated the irrigation system in case that the values of the sensed variables were outside the control parameters of the crop. Additionally, an image treatment was carried out with photos taken of the upper part of the plants to determine the percentage of growth.