Aeroculture – An IoT and UAV-Based Precision Agriculture system

Farming has always relied on observation and experience, but climate change, unpredictable weather patterns, and increasing food demand require more data-driven decision-making. IoT and UAV technologies provide a smart solution by continuously collecting, processing, and analyzing data to help farmers make informed decisions.

How the System Works
The IoT and UAV-Based Precision Agriculture system functions through the following key steps:

1. Data Collection from the Field
IoT sensors deployed in the field monitor soil moisture, humidity, and temperature in real-time.
UAVs equipped with cameras conduct aerial surveys to analyze crop health, detect plant diseases, and assess yield potential.
2. Processing and Cloud Storage
The collected data is transmitted to a central processing system that uses Computer Vision algorithms to analyze the information.
Insights such as crop health status, weather forecasts, and farming suggestions are generated.
The processed data is stored in the cloud, ensuring secure access from multiple devices.
3. Farmer Accessibility Through Digital Platforms
Farmers can access real-time insights through a mobile app, website, or SMS alerts.
The system provides disease detection reports, crop yield predictions, and weather forecasts, allowing farmers to make timely and efficient decisions.
The user-friendly interface ensures that even farmers with minimal technical expertise can benefit from precision agriculture technology.
4. Automated Spraying with UAVs
UAVs are also utilized for automated spraying of fertilizers and insecticides, ensuring precision application and reducing excessive chemical usage.
This method minimizes labor costs, reduces environmental pollution, and improves crop health management.