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Researchers at UArizona have created an invention that maximizes plant cultivation efficiency through vertical modular units.
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The V-Hive Green Box Tech ID: UA17-250 Invention: This invention maximizes plant cultivation efficiency through vertical modular units. Background: Concerns about excessive land use and a desire for locally-grown food present an opportunity for innovative solutions. Indoor farming allows greater control of variables to optimize processes and grow food that may be unsuited for ambient conditions. The Vertical-Hive Green Box (V-Hive Green Box) effectively applies these concepts in a vertical modular system. This complements existing practices and incorporates available space in an efficient and sustainable way.
Key Benefits
- Modular system easily adapts to variety of sites - Complementary to other forms of structural use - Concept is universally transferable, independent of external growing conditions
Applications
- Urban agriculture - Revitalize underutilized buildings