In today's era of advanced technology, agriculture has also embraced innovation to improve efficiency and productivity. One such innovation is the Solar Powered LoRa Irrigation System, which utilizes the Long Range Wide Area Network (LoRaWAN) technology for wireless communication in smart irrigation systems
what is lora based smart irrigation system?
The LoRa Irrigation System is a smart irrigation system that utilizes Long Range Wide Area Network (LoRaWAN) technology for wireless communication. LoRaWAN is a low-power, long-range transmission protocol designed for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. In the LoRa irrigation system, various sensors and valve actuators are deployed in the fields to monitor and control irrigation operations. These sensors collect data such as soil moisture, temperature, humidity and rainfall. This data is then wirelessly transmitted to a central control system using LoRaWAN.
A central control system receives sensor data and uses it to make intelligent decisions about irrigation scheduling and water management. It analyzes collected sensor data, applies algorithms and takes into account factors such as weather forecasts to determine the optimal irrigation needs for a particular area. Based on the analyzed data, the control system sends commands to actuators, such as lora irrigation valve, to open or close, thereby controlling the flow of water to the irrigation area. This enables precise and efficient irrigation, reduces water waste and optimizes plant health.
Advantages of integrated LoRaWAN with smart irrigation system using lora?
● No need to deploy complex control lines for the control system
● Energy efficiency: can completely rely on solar power to realize the operation of the system, and can realize remote intelligent irrigation in farmland areas without power supply
● Cost-effective: Integrated solar and LoRaWAN can reduce operating costs by eliminating the need for traditional power sources and reducing communication infrastructure expenses
● Scalability and flexibility: LoRaWAN's long-range communication capabilities make it suitable for large-scale agricultural operations. By using solar power and LoRaWAN, you can easily extend the coverage of your irrigation system to cover large swaths of land, ensuring reliable connectivity and efficient irrigation throughout the area.
● Autonomy and Reliability: The combination of solar energy and LoRaWAN enables autonomous operation of irrigation systems. Real-time monitoring and control allows timely adjustment of irrigation schedules based on weather conditions or soil moisture levels. This automation reduces the need for human intervention and ensures reliable irrigation even in remote areas.
SolarIrrigations’ solar powered Lora Irrigation system Overview
The solar LORA irrigation system created by SolarIrrigations is a good choice for you. It has been practiced in different large-scale projects and has a complete hardware and management platform for you to optimize and customize.
System Capacity
● 3-5Km Cover Range
● No need grid power supply
● 4G/Lora Gateway can connect more than 30 Valves and sensors.
Standard lora based smart irrigation system Consists:
● Solar 4G/Lora Gateway x 1pc
● Solar Lora Irrigation Valves <30pcs
● Solar Pump +Inverter (not Must) x 1pc
● All-in-one Ultrasonic weather station x 1pc
● Soil Sensor with DTU x 1pc
Post time: Sep-21-2023