Prototype 1 (11)

Created on: Saturday, December 10, 2016
  • Framework of the system as of November 19, 2016.
  • Baby Leaf Lettuce in the system.
  • First row of the system operational.
  • Lights added; two rows operational.
  • Seed starting cells with rock wool and coconut coir.
  • Roots of a cucumber plant protrude from the basket.
  • Handheld pH sensor.
  • Reservoir with drainage pipe.
  • Basil plant prior to addition to the system.
  • First prototype with healthy plants before Prototype Review - 2/28
  • Tomato flowers in the first prototype - outside

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