Autostore Technology AS (20240373793). MODULAR VERTICAL FARMING SYSTEM simplified abstract
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MODULAR VERTICAL FARMING SYSTEM
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Ivar Fjeldheim of Haugesund (NO)
MODULAR VERTICAL FARMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240373793 titled 'MODULAR VERTICAL FARMING SYSTEM
The abstract describes an automated vertical farming system with a grid storage arrangement, module handling vehicles, and stackable growth and lighting modules for plant cultivation.
- Framework structure forms a grid storage arrangement
- Module handling vehicles transport modules along a rail system
- Control system controls travel and operation of vehicles
- Stackable growth and lighting modules support plant growth
- Growth modules have a footprint corresponding to framework columns
- Plants grow horizontally in growth modules
- Non-drip watering system for plants
- Water tank modules for watering growth modules
Potential Applications: - Urban agriculture - Sustainable food production - Controlled environment agriculture
Problems Solved: - Limited space for traditional farming - Water conservation in agriculture - Efficient plant cultivation in urban areas
Benefits: - Increased crop yield - Reduced water usage - Year-round plant cultivation
Commercial Applications: - Indoor farming operations - Agricultural technology market - Urban farming initiatives
Questions about Vertical Farming: 1. How does vertical farming contribute to sustainable agriculture practices?
Vertical farming maximizes land use efficiency and reduces water consumption, making it a sustainable agricultural practice.
2. What are the challenges faced in implementing vertical farming on a large scale?
Challenges include high initial investment costs, energy consumption, and the need for advanced technology to monitor and control plant growth effectively.
Original Abstract Submitted
an automated vertical farming system, includes a framework structure forming a grid storage arrangement. one or more module handling vehicles are arranged to travel and transport modules along a rail system. a control system is configured to control the travel and operation of the one or more module handling vehicles. stackable growth modules and stackable lighting modules are arranged to support growing plants, the growth modules having a footprint corresponding to that of a column of the framework structure, such that the growth modules may be arranged in stacks in the columns. the growth modules allow plants to grow horizontally, and also provide a non-drip watering system for watering the plants and water tank modules for watering the columns of growth modules.
