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Republic Polytechnic
Agri-Food Innovation

Design of Multilayer Aeroponic Indoor Farming Module Suitable for Unmanned Operations

A multi-layer aeroponics system with precise control over nutrition supply and spray frequency to cultivate cherry tomatoes.

Vertical farm with leafy greens under LED lights and cluster of red tomatoes on a vine.

Technology Overview

Aeroponics is an advanced agricultural technique that offers several advantages over hydroponics. It promotes faster vegetable growth while conserving resources such as water and fertiliser. Despite the advantages, the adoption of aeroponics in Singapore has been hindered by its high technological requirements and the need for targeted R&D tailored to different vegetable varieties. As a result, the number of aeroponic local farms remains scarce.

RP’s Urban Agriculture Centre of Innovation (UACOI) has developed an innovative solution by combining a multi-layer aeroponics system with precise control over nutrition supply and spray frequency to cultivate cherry tomatoes.

Technology features

  • Designed to grow fruity vegetables.

  • Multilayer design with scalability.

  • Utilises a unique nozzle control system that can be expanded to produce different vegetable varieties.

Potential applications

  • Suitable for growing fruity vegetables, leafy vegetables and salad greens.

Benefits

  • Efficient system with lower nutrient requirements.

  • Maximises yield and produce quality.

  • Versatile and suitable for a wide range of crops.

  • Scalable, allowing for vertical and horizontal expansion.

Commercialisation

  • The technology is available for licensing and technology transfer.

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