Hardware

Each modular cube is an autonomous unit designed to provide a controlled and optimal environment for mushroom cultivation. Its key elements are described below:

1. 🧱 Cube Structure

• 🔧 Material:

  • Resistant plastic or acrylic (lightweight, durable, and insulating).

• 📐 Estimated Size:

  • Between 30 and 40 cm per side.

• 🧊 Thermal Insulation:

  • The cube will have a double wall with insulating material (trunk type) to conserve the internal temperature, especially useful if heating or cooling systems are integrated.

2. 🔌 Internal Components

🔍 Sensors

• 💧 Humidity Sensor (DHT22 or similar):
  • Measures and regulates humidity by controlling the humidifier.
• 🌡️ Temperature Sensor (DHT22 or DS18B20):
  • Detects thermal changes and activates heating if necessary.
• 🫁 CO₂ Sensor (MH-Z19 or similar):
  • Monitors carbon dioxide levels to ensure proper aeration.

⚙️ Actuators

• 💨 Compact Humidifier:
  • Small, quiet, and automatic according to humidity sensor data.
• 🔥 Heating Element (resistor or heating mat):
  • Heats the interior if the temperature drops below the defined threshold.
• 🌬️ Low-Consumption Fan:
  • Promotes air exchange and prevents stagnant humidity zones.

🎥 Camera (optional)

• Infrared Vision Camera:
  • Connected to an AI system that analyzes the growth, color, and size of the mushroom using machine learning models to predict the optimal harvest time.

3. 🌐 Connectivity and Power

📡 Network Connection

• Wi-Fi Module (ESP32 or similar):
  • To send sensor data to the central unit via MQTT, HTTP, or WebSockets.

🔋 Power

• Individual Power Port:
  • Each cube connects to the shelf for power and energy backup.
• Regulated Source:
  • Adapter with thermal and overload protection.

4. 🧩 Accessibility and Modularity

🛠️ Mounting System

• Guides or Rails:
  • So that the cubes can easily slide in and out of the vertical shelf.

🔗 Quick Connectivity

• Standard Connection Port (USB or magnetic pins):
  • Allows for quick integration of power and communication with the central system.

✅ A modular and standardized design will facilitate the scalability of the system and the maintenance of each unit.

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