Implementation and Results From a Steady State Vapor Pressure Deficit Crop to Air Controller

C. A. Mach, R. S. Gates, D. G. Colliver, J. W. Buxton, R. G. Anderson

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Abstract

A crop to air Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPDcrop-air) control algorithm was developed from analysis of energy balances on bedding plants in a sunlit plant growth chamber (SPGC). The control algorithm was implemented in the SPGC, using a computer control interface, and programmed algorithm. System tests were conducted to determine the performance of individual control components, and the dynamic response of the system. The completed VPD crop-air control algorithm was run for several days at typical ambient conditions. Results from these full system tests were analyzed. Algorithm performance, possible improvements and future work is discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages4475-4499
Number of pages25
StatePublished - 2000
Event2000 ASAE Annual International Meeting, Technical Papers: Engineering Solutions for a New Century - Milwaukee, WI., United States
Duration: Jul 9 2000Jul 12 2000

Conference

Conference2000 ASAE Annual International Meeting, Technical Papers: Engineering Solutions for a New Century
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMilwaukee, WI.
Period7/9/007/12/00

Keywords

  • Control Algorithm
  • Energy Balances
  • System Performance
  • Vapor pressure deficit control

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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