SoilSense

Automated Nutrient Monitoring and Irrigation System

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About the Project

About Us

Welcome to SoilSense! We are a team of Electrical and Computer Engineering students from Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) developing an innovative soil monitoring and irrigation system for smarter agriculture.

Soil health is essential for sustainable farming, yet effective monitoring and water management remain a challenge. Our solution integrates smart sensors and automated irrigation to measure moisture, nutrients, and environmental factors in real time, ensuring crops receive the right amount of water and nutrients for optimal growth.

This project is our opportunity to apply engineering to real-world challenges, exploring how technology can make farming more efficient, precise, and environmentally friendly.

Our Goals

-Develop a functional prototype to demonstrate our solution.

-Explore how our technology can be applied effectively.

-Document our progress.

-Collaborate to refine and expand our solution.

⬇ Project Proposal

About SoilSense

Our Mission

Agriculture faces increasing challenges with soil health, resource management, and sustainability. Our mission is to provide farmers with smart technology that enhances soil monitoring, ensuring better decision-making for healthier crops and a greener future

Technological Solution

SoilSense utilizes advanced sensors and data-driven insights to monitor soil moisture, nutrient levels, and environmental conditions. Our solution enables real-time tracking, optimizing irrigation and fertilization to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.

Solution Beneficiaries

Designed for farmers, agronomists, and agricultural researchers, our technology helps improve productivity, reduce costs, and promote sustainable farming practices. Whether for small farms or large-scale operations, SoilSense offers scalable solutions for all.

Webapp Main Features

SoilSense enables farmers to set ideal nutrient levels, ensuring healthier crops. The platform continuously monitors temperature, humidity, and nutrients, allowing precise adjustments. It also provides instant alerts for malfunctions, preventing crop damage and ensuring efficient farm management.

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Our Partners

Frutas Classe

We are collaborating with Frutas Classe, a key partner bringing invaluable agricultural expertise to our project. Their support provides access to a dedicated testing environment and essential agricultural materials, allowing us to bridge the gap between engineering and agriculture. This partnership ensures that our design is tested and refined in real-world conditions, enhancing its practicality and effectiveness.

Our Team

Elisa Mawesa

Elisa Mawesa

Scientific Research

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

David Cardoso

David Cardoso

Hardware

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

Pedro Pereira

Pedro Pereira

Webapp

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

Margarida Canas

Margarida Canas

Monitorization and testing

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

Miguel Vidal

Miguel Vidal

Software

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

Tânia Ranchordas

Tânia Ranchordas

Website and blog

Electrical and Computer Engineering Student

Blog

Blog Posts

WEEK 0

Last January, we had our first meeting with our partners, Frutas Classe, at their headquarters. We discussed our decision to...

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WEEK 3-Going Live!

This week, we developed and launched our official website and blog, where we’ll share regular updates on our project journey....

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Interviews and Materials

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1st Interview

On March 7th, we had a meeting with the engineer in charge of the research and development department at a...

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2nd Interview

In May, we met with a researcher at INIAV (National Institute for Agrarian and Veterinary Research) to discuss the current...

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Requirements List

WebApp Save and process the crop data Data base Stores all crop-related data securely, including sensor readings, crop configurations, user...

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Electronic Scheme

Our smart irrigation and nutrient monitoring system is built around the ESP32, which serves as the central controller. It manages...

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SoilSense Prototype

What Does It Do? Despite a few last-minute adjustments, the core features we committed to are successfully implemented and running...

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WebApp Features

Here’s a quick guide to help you get started How to Access the Web App? You can access the platform...

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Contact Us

Contact Details

Have questions or need assistance? Reach out to us, we’re here to help!

Lisbon, Portugal
Email: soilsense@outlook.pt