AGRO-BAKER

THE AGRO-BAKER

The Agro-Baker solution developed by the FORCE-3D-1 team is a mobile, solar compartmentalized solution. 

The Agro-Baker solution developed by the FORCE-3D-1 team is a mobile, solar compartmentalized solution.

It consists of two different compartment for planting under specific conditions which includes, Ambience, temperature and amount of water.

The compartment features a wardrobe drawer setting where a flower vase acts as the drawer and can be pulled out to check the development of the crop being grown. It also has a cooling vent where air can cold or hot air can enter the compartment from depending on the specified growing temperature of the crop. A sprinkler tilted at a certain angle (to give the optimum amount of water) can also be seen as it is assumed that the amount of water needed by the plant every 6 hours is 10mL, hence water flows through the sprinkler to the vase at 2mL/s for 5 seconds every two hours. A lighting system whose ambience can be controlled is also featured to give the perfect ambience for proper growth of the plant.

The solution also consists of a water tank for effective water distribution to the compartments when needed. The liquid also flows through the certain pipes in the system hence acting as a cooling system for the whole solution.

The screen display gives the user real-time data on the temperature, humidity, Light intensity, and countdown before next watering of crop.

The camera- which is a 180-degree view camera, acts as a means for the robot to sense its environment. It works with the ultra-sonic sensor to avoid obstacles and move freely on the farm.

The solution is powered using a 2KVA solar system which powers the screen display, agro-compartment, and camera

Designing the Agro-Baker project in Fusion 360 involves several steps to bring your innovative concept to life. Here’s a step-by-step guide tailored for your project:

1. Start a New Design:

• Launch Fusion 360 and open a new, untitled design file in the Modeling workspace.
• Save your file with a relevant name and location within your projects¹.

1. Create Basic Bodies:

• Use sketches to create parametric designs, which are more adaptable for later modifications¹.
• Begin by sketching the basic shapes of the compartments, water tank, and other components on the selected plane¹.

1. Define Parameters:

• Utilize the Sketch Dimension command to define the size and position of your sketches, ensuring they meet the specifications for ambience, temperature, and water requirements¹.

1. Model the Components:

• Extrude the sketches to create solid bodies representing the compartments, drawer system, and water tank².
• Apply fillets or chamfers to smooth edges and corners, enhancing the aesthetics and functionality².

1. Design the Sprinkler System:

• Model the sprinkler at the specified angle and set up a path for water flow at 2mL/s for 5 seconds every two hours².

1. Incorporate the Cooling Vent:

• Create openings for the cooling vent, allowing for temperature regulation within the compartments².

1. Add the Lighting System:

• Design the lighting fixtures with adjustable ambience settings, ensuring they fit within the compartments².

1. Assemble the Components:

• Use the Combine tool to merge the modeled parts, checking for proper alignment and fit².

1. Apply Materials and Textures:

• Assign materials to different components to simulate real-world properties and appearances².

1. Integrate Electronics:

• Model the screen display, camera, and sensors, ensuring they are correctly positioned to provide real-time data and environmental sensing².

1. Set Up the Solar Power System:

• Design the solar panels and related components to power the entire system².

1. Finalize and Test:

• Review the design for manufacturability and functionality.
• Run simulations if available to test the design under various conditions.

Remember to save your progress frequently and consider creating multiple versions as you refine your design. This project requires careful attention to detail to ensure all components work harmoniously together. Good luck with your design process! 🌱🤖