Autostore Technology AS (20240373802). VERTICAL FARMING WATERING SYSTEM simplified abstract
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VERTICAL FARMING WATERING SYSTEM
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Ivar Fjeldheim of Haugesund (NO)
VERTICAL FARMING WATERING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240373802 titled 'VERTICAL FARMING WATERING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation: This patent application describes a watering system for a vertical farming facility that includes stackable growth modules with a load-bearing frame, supporting a growth board for plants to grow horizontally. The growth board has a porous growth medium, a watering trough with holes for distributing water, a water collection trough, and a valve to control water flow.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Stackable growth modules with load-bearing frames
- Vertically arranged growth board for horizontal plant growth
- Porous growth medium for plants
- Watering trough with distribution holes
- Water collection trough with a valve for water control
Potential Applications: This technology can be used in vertical farming facilities, urban agriculture projects, and indoor gardening setups.
Problems Solved: This system addresses the challenge of efficiently watering plants in a vertical farming environment while maximizing space and productivity.
Benefits:
- Efficient water distribution for plant growth
- Space-saving design for vertical farming
- Increased productivity in limited spaces
Commercial Applications: Commercial applications of this technology include vertical farming facilities, urban agriculture projects, and indoor farming operations.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to vertical farming systems, hydroponic watering systems, and modular plant growth structures.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on research related to vertical farming technologies, hydroponic systems, and sustainable agriculture practices.
Questions about Vertical Farming Systems: 1. How does this watering system improve efficiency in vertical farming facilities? 2. What are the key advantages of using stackable growth modules in urban agriculture projects?
Original Abstract Submitted
a watering system for a vertical farming facility, having a stackable growth module having a load bearing frame to allow the growth module to be arranged in a self-supporting stack of other modules in a vertical farming facility. the growth module supports a vertically arranged growth board for supporting plants grown in the vertical farming facility where the plants grow in a horizontal direction out from the growth board. the growth board has: a porous growth medium; a watering trough extending along an upper edge of the growth board which is provided with holes for distributing water into the growth medium; a water collection trough extending along a lower edge of the growth board arranged to collect water exiting the growth medium; and a valve provided in the water collection trough arranged to permit water to flow out of the water collection trough when the valve is open and to prevent water from flowing out of the collection trough when the valve is closed.
