Gallery: A Smart Sensor That Quantifies the Soil in Your Garden

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    Edyn is a smart garden system that consists of a Wi-Fi-connected sensor and water valve. Both are solar powered and have a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery when not in full sun.
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    The smart water valve reacts to data gathered by the sensor as well as meteorological information from the surrounding area. It knows when your plants are thirsty and adjusts its watering schedule accordingly.
  • Founder Jason Aramburu thought up Edyn while trying to figure out ways to test Biochar a sustainable fertilizer he...
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    Founder Jason Aramburu thought up Edyn while trying to figure out ways to test Biochar, a sustainable fertilizer he developed. Here are the early prototypes, which are much clunkier than the final version.
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    The hardware is accompanied by an app that tells you the best plants to grow based on your soil.
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    The big goal is for Edyn to gather loads of information for a massive database of soil research. Aramburu hopes more specific knowledge about what grows best where and why will empower more people to grow their own food.
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