The 'FarmBot' Farming Machine Plants and Foster Gardens
Michael Hemsworth — June 8, 2016 — Tech
References: blog.arduino.cc & geeky-gadgets
The prevalence of gardening has made something of a rebound amongst many consumers, so the 'FarmBot' farming machine is here to help streamline the process. The 'FarmBot' works by utilizing a series of components to plant seeds, keep them precisely watered and tend to plants as they sprout.
Utilizing the digital interface, users can keep track of the 'FarmBot' farming machine by monitoring growth and health.
The 'FarmBot' is designed using an open-source CNC system that has been created with Arduino hardware and some expert programming. Although currently in the prototype phase at the time of publication, the 'FarmBot' is expected to become available for preorder in July 2016 for users everywhere to take advantage of the autonomous gardening awesomeness.
Utilizing the digital interface, users can keep track of the 'FarmBot' farming machine by monitoring growth and health.
The 'FarmBot' is designed using an open-source CNC system that has been created with Arduino hardware and some expert programming. Although currently in the prototype phase at the time of publication, the 'FarmBot' is expected to become available for preorder in July 2016 for users everywhere to take advantage of the autonomous gardening awesomeness.
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