Disciplines
Agriculture | Computer Engineering | Electrical and Computer Engineering
Abstract (300 words maximum)
For farmers, gardeners, and horticulture enthusiasts worldwide, one immutable reality is that maintaining a consistent physical presence to care for plants is not always feasible. In addition, different plants have unique needs for watering, nutrients, and environmental conditions to thrive. Failing to meet these specific needs can result in poor plant health, reduced yields, and inefficient resource usage. In this research project, we have designed and developed ‘LeaFit’ – a cutting-edge Internet of Things (IoT) device that offers a sophisticated and sustainable smart farming and gardening solution. Equipped with intelligent soil moisture, ambient temperature, humidity, and light sensors, LeaFit autonomously adapts to the specific needs of various plants, ensuring optimal growth. The LeaFit automated irrigation system reduces the need for user intervention while efficiently maintaining plant health and optimizing water usage, promoting water conservation and sustainable farming practices. Additionally, LeaFit devices integrate small, efficient solar cells, allowing for extended operational lifespan. Each device is equipped with an RFM95W LoRa chip, enabling long-distance sensor data transmission (>2 km) without the need for internet or Wi-Fi. A central LoRa gateway collects data from multiple field-deployed devices and uploads it to an IoT cloud platform for processing and storage. In addition to hardware, we have developed an open-source mobile application that provides an interactive interface for users to observe sensor data and get a holistic view of the entire farming field, displaying various critical parameters using color-coded graphs overlaid on a farm map. Our system employs IoT cloud technology to collect data from the on-field sensors and display them on the mobile app, which processes and securely stores data and allows real-time access to the user. By offering a user-friendly, remote, and autonomous solution for smart farming and gardening, LeaFit empowers farmers and gardeners to grow high-quality products while using water resources efficiently.
Academic department under which the project should be listed
SPCEET - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Sandip Das
Included in
Agriculture Commons, Computer Engineering Commons, Electrical and Computer Engineering Commons
Sustainable Smart Farming Device with LeaFit Adaptive Growth Technology
For farmers, gardeners, and horticulture enthusiasts worldwide, one immutable reality is that maintaining a consistent physical presence to care for plants is not always feasible. In addition, different plants have unique needs for watering, nutrients, and environmental conditions to thrive. Failing to meet these specific needs can result in poor plant health, reduced yields, and inefficient resource usage. In this research project, we have designed and developed ‘LeaFit’ – a cutting-edge Internet of Things (IoT) device that offers a sophisticated and sustainable smart farming and gardening solution. Equipped with intelligent soil moisture, ambient temperature, humidity, and light sensors, LeaFit autonomously adapts to the specific needs of various plants, ensuring optimal growth. The LeaFit automated irrigation system reduces the need for user intervention while efficiently maintaining plant health and optimizing water usage, promoting water conservation and sustainable farming practices. Additionally, LeaFit devices integrate small, efficient solar cells, allowing for extended operational lifespan. Each device is equipped with an RFM95W LoRa chip, enabling long-distance sensor data transmission (>2 km) without the need for internet or Wi-Fi. A central LoRa gateway collects data from multiple field-deployed devices and uploads it to an IoT cloud platform for processing and storage. In addition to hardware, we have developed an open-source mobile application that provides an interactive interface for users to observe sensor data and get a holistic view of the entire farming field, displaying various critical parameters using color-coded graphs overlaid on a farm map. Our system employs IoT cloud technology to collect data from the on-field sensors and display them on the mobile app, which processes and securely stores data and allows real-time access to the user. By offering a user-friendly, remote, and autonomous solution for smart farming and gardening, LeaFit empowers farmers and gardeners to grow high-quality products while using water resources efficiently.