Hydroponic Monitor And Controller Apparatus with Network Connectivity and Remote Access
First Claim
1. An apparatus for monitoring and controlling hydroponic cultivation, comprising:
- A means of measuring nutrient parameters such as concentration, pH, and temperature;
A means of controlling electrical devices, actuators, valves, or pumps by means of switching a source of electrical power on and off,A means of connecting to a computer data network and transferring data over this network to and from other computer systems;
A means of providing a user interface accessible via a world-wide-web browser software program communicating over the computer data network;
A means of allowing the operator to observe present and past measured parameters via said user interface;
A means of allowing the operator to direct the control of said electrical devices via said user interface;
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Abstract
An apparatus for monitoring and controlling a hydroponic installation which measures various sensors, controls electrical devices, and provides a rich user interface through a standard web browser accessible anywhere on the Internet. Network connectivity allows the operator to manage the system remotely, as well as view recent and historical data through web pages. Digital cameras, of the kind typically used with PCs, provide visual feedback. The apparatus can notify the operator in the case of certain predetermined conditions, using a variety of messaging methods, including email, SMS or MMS page. The operator can remotely initiate control through reply messages. An industry-standard expansion bus provides the ability to attach external devices for additional functionality. Network access can be provided by Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or a nearby cell phone with Bluetooth.
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1. An apparatus for monitoring and controlling hydroponic cultivation, comprising:
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A means of measuring nutrient parameters such as concentration, pH, and temperature; A means of controlling electrical devices, actuators, valves, or pumps by means of switching a source of electrical power on and off, A means of connecting to a computer data network and transferring data over this network to and from other computer systems; A means of providing a user interface accessible via a world-wide-web browser software program communicating over the computer data network; A means of allowing the operator to observe present and past measured parameters via said user interface; A means of allowing the operator to direct the control of said electrical devices via said user interface; - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30)
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