SMART HYDROPHOONIC AUTOMATION SYSTEM
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21412129Keywords:
Hydroponic System, Automation, SensorsAbstract
The Smart Hydroponics Automation System is an innovative agricultural solution based on the Internet of Things that makes it possible to cultivate without soil with more precision, efficiency, and sustainability. This system makes use of multiple sensors such as the soil moisture sensor, water level sensor, and DHT11 to continuously monitor important environmental variables like the level of nutrient solution, humidity, and temperature. A microcontroller processes the collected sensor data and displays the real-time readings on an LCD screen for local surveillance To ensure intelligent automated control, the system incorporates a relay module that based on predetermined thresholds, controls the switching of water pumps, motors for nutrient dosing, and cooling or aeration devices. When sensor readings indicate unfavorable conditions, the relay. The connected electrical components are automatically turned ON or OFF to maintain optimal plant growth. Due to its battery-powered operation, the system is suitable for agricultural settings that are off-grid or remote. Additionally, the IoT-enabled cloud application provides remote access to live sensor data, historical analysis, notifications, and manual control of the hydroponics setup through a handheld device This makes real-time decision-making more efficient while reducing manual intervention.
The system ensures precise operation through wireless monitoring, relay-based switching, and automated control. nutrient delivery, reduced water wastage, consistent plant health, and improved yield. Overall, the smart Using a hydroponics system, you can find a long-term, low-cost, and cutting-edge answer to today's agriculture challenges by combining IoT, automation, and relay-based control mechanisms.
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