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Forward Education Smart Hydroponics Kit

  • Grades: 3-12
  • Number of Students: 1-2
  • Number of Lessons: 3 Courses

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Highlights:

The Smart Hydroponics Kit is a micro:bit powered automated system for growing real plants and vegetables in the classroom. Equipped with a variety of sensors and robotic devices, the Hydroponics system is capable of regulating water levels, light cycles, and testing for pH levels. The plug & play robotic components make it easy to customize the growing system to suit your needs. Plus, with a little code, the possibilities of the growing setup are endless. 

Teach plant automation through coding, real-time data collection, hands-on projects, and pathways to careers in smart agriculture.

  • Collect data and automate systems for smart plant care
  • Experiment with variables and growing techniques
  • Explore careers in agriculture and build industry skills

Smart Hydroponics Kit Features:

  • Control an LED grow light by programming the brightness and on/off light cycles 
  • Measure and log pH levels of the water 
  • Monitor water levels with a Float Sensor 
  • Use a Water Pump to refill the water reservoir or cycle water within the tank 

 

What's Included:

  • Main Hydroponics Unit (tank, cover, support posts, plant support rods)
  • Plant Pods (grow sponges, sponge holder, domes)
  • Light Bar and Light Mounting Brackets
  • Breakout Board (w/ micro:bit edge connector & rechargeable battery)
  • pH Sensor module & input probe
  • Float Sensor module & input float
  • Light Controller module
  • Peristaltic Water Pump & Tubing
  • Base Plate
  • Silicone strap
  • Various washers, screws, and bolts
  • Power Cord
  • pH Buffer x 3

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