Implementation of a closed loop control system for the automation of an aquaponic system for urban setting

• Main Authors: Ambrosio, Alec Zandra Mae H., Jacob, Lanz Harvey M., Rulloda, Lea Anne R., Jose, John Anthony C., Bandala, Argel A., Sy, Armyn, Vicerra, Ryan Rhay P., Dadios, Elmer P.
• Format: text
• Published: Animo Repository 2019
• Subjects: Aquaponics—Automation; Microcontrollers; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Electrical and Electronics
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/faculty_research/1833; https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/context/faculty_research/article/2832/type/native/viewcontent
• Institution: De La Salle University

An aquaponic system addressing the limited farming space available in condominiums by using a 43cm by 60cm by 80cm stackable design was implemented. The aquaponic system performs the monitoring and control of environmental parameters and data display. The monitoring system also observes the air and water temperature, humidity, pH, and water level. Based on the data gathered from these parameters, Arduino microcontroller determines the necessary output response such as lighting, fish feeding, mist making, and water circulation. Moreover, LED grow lights are used for faster growth rate of plants. Lastly, The data from the sensors, actuators, and growth monitoring system are logged in a micro sd card through a micro sd card module for further analysis. © 2019 IEEE.