Hosted by the University of Thessaly, the event will bring together all partners of the Regace project, which develops agrivoltaics technology to sustainably increase greenhouse yields and improve electricity production.
The improved version of the system transforms the original sensor-based motor control setup into a comprehensive smart platform. With real-time monitoring, online data access, and adaptive light management, the system is designed to ensure optimal greenhouse conditions while maximizing energy efficiency.
“We are getting closer to our aim of developing a highly adaptable, scalable, and robust system that has the potential to revolutionize greenhouse climate management” said Regace coordinator Dr. Ibrahim Yehia of the Alzahrawy Society. “Regace wishes to establish its system as a leader in intelligent greenhouse management, leveraging AI to enable full climate control while advancing sustainable agriculture and renewable energy integration.”
A key component of this advancement is the integration of an industrial PC with built-in GPIOs (general-purpose input/output), which significantly enhances the greenhouse climate management system. This upgrade provides greater stability, scalability, and precise environmental control, making it an ideal solution for demanding industrial applications.
The full responsive and sun tracking system optimizes greenhouse climate management by incorporating real-time adjustments based on environmental conditions. The system's responsivity ensures efficient control over sunlight exposure, preventing crop stress and maximizing energy production.
Currently, the system offers robust real-time monitoring and control. Future developments will focus on enhancing intelligence, efficiency, and scalability through AI-driven optimizations, advanced agricultural recommendations, and improved system integration.
The Regace Project has already completed the installation of an agrivoltaics responsive tracking system enriched with CO2 in a greenhouse at six text sites in Germany, Austria, Italy, Greece and Israel.
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