| Designing and fabricating an irrigation robot using aeroponic method with the aim of reducing water consumption |
| Paper ID : 1299-NICAME1402 |
| Authors: |
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Hamid Sadeghi doost, Vahid Fakhari * Faculty of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran |
| Abstract: |
| Considering the presence of drought and water scarcity in certain regions of the country, it is imperative to improve traditional agricultural methods that result in substantial water wastage. Mechanizing irrigation techniques in agriculture offers a viable solution. In this context, employing specialized irrigation robots for agricultural purposes holds significant potential. These robots can be programmed based on various factors, such as crop planting methods and water requirements, leading to notable water and labor savings, while simultaneously enhancing irrigation speed and overall agricultural productivity. The main objective of this research project is to design and develop a conceptual prototype of an irrigation robot with a focus on reducing water consumption. In this study, extensive examination of prior designs for agricultural robots published in reputable scientific literature, along with existing industrial examples, has been conducted. As a result, a comprehensive conceptual design for robot-assisted irrigation in a greenhouse, targeting tomato crops, is proposed. |
| Keywords: |
| Aeroponic method, water consumption reduction, modern agriculture, greenhouse. |
| Status : Paper Accepted (Poster Presentation) |
