Food Towers and Biking (Mureal)

 

 

Topics :

Grow your own food & Share
Transportation: Bike Culture

a vertical hydroponic NFT (Nutrient Film Technique) system, designed to maximize growing space using stacked PVC pipes. The staggered holes along the pipes are meant for plants to grow while their roots access a thin stream of nutrient-rich water flowing through the system. The wooden frame provides structural support, ensuring stability for the multiple levels of PVC pipes. The zigzag water flow design allows gravity to move water from the top level down to the lowest level, making efficient use of nutrients and water. This compact and space-saving hydroponic system is ideal for urban farming or backyard gardening, where space is limited. The setup is well-suited for growing leafy greens, herbs, and strawberries. It offers a sustainable and efficient way to produce fresh food with minimal water use.

 

A vertical gardening system made from white PVC gutters arranged in a wooden frame. The gutters are filled with mulch, and plants such as herbs and leafy greens are growing inside them. The design is compact and space-efficient, perfect for small spaces or urban environments. The system uses a tiered setup, allowing multiple plants to be grown in a vertical arrangement, making it ideal for maximizing available space. The wooden frame provides stability, and the gutters ensure proper drainage for the plants. The plants appear healthy, with vibrant green leaves, indicating a well-maintained and functional gardening setup. This type of system offers a simple, low-cost way to grow herbs and vegetables in a confined space.

 

 

a high-tech vertical farming system, integrating multiple forms of agriculture into a single multi-story facility. The structure features a vertical garden for growing vegetables and herbs, optimizing space and improving food production efficiency. The facility also includes livestock farming, such as a pig farm and chicken farming, creating a diverse and sustainable food ecosystem. Fish farming is incorporated at the base, potentially as part of an aquaponics system to support plant growth. The building is powered by solar energy, reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainability. Advanced packaging and administration areas ensure efficient food processing and distribution. This design represents the future of urban and sustainable farming, maximizing land use while minimizing environmental impact.

 

 

an aquaponic system, which combines aquaculture (raising fish) with hydroponics (growing plants without soil). The system is designed with multiple levels of plant beds, where the plants absorb nitrates, which are essential for their growth. Water from the fish tank, rich in ammonia, is pumped up to the plant beds. The bacteria in the system convert the ammonia into nitrates, providing a natural fertilizer for the plants. The water, now filtered by the plants, is returned to the fish tank with the ammonia removed. This closed-loop system creates a sustainable and efficient way to grow plants while raising fish. It highlights a balanced ecosystem where plants and fish support each other's growth.

 

 a detailed overview of various hydroponic systems used for soilless plant cultivation. It categorizes six different methods, including wick systems, deep water culture, ebb & flow, drip systems, nutrient film technique (NFT), and aeroponics. Each system varies in operation, with passive or active mechanisms and different water and nutrient recirculation methods. The wick system and deep water culture are passive and do not recirculate water, making them simpler but less efficient for larger-scale growing. Ebb & flow and drip systems use pumps to deliver nutrients and recirculate water, ensuring better nutrient absorption. The NFT system allows a continuous flow of nutrient solution over plant roots, optimizing oxygenation and efficiency. Aeroponics is a more advanced method, misting plant roots in a nutrient-rich fog for maximum aeration. These systems offer diverse solutions for efficient, high-yield plant growth in controlled environments.

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