Display cabinet for automated plant cultivation and growth
The project involved the design and development of a prototype cabinet for automated plant cultivation and controlled growth in enclosed environments. The device was created as a technology demonstrator for a startup developing an innovative solution in the field of controlled environment agriculture (CEA). The scope of work included mechanical design of the enclosure, development of the control system, and integration of electronics, sensors, and actuators. The structure was designed for continuous operation, modularity, and easy service access, while also being prepared for further production optimization. We developed dedicated control electronics enabling environmental data acquisition and active control of internal cabinet conditions. The system was designed as scalable, allowing future expansion with additional sensors and actuator modules. In parallel, we created control software implementing the device’s operational logic, automatic parameter regulation, and test/service modes. After integrating all subsystems, we conducted functional and stability testing to verify control accuracy, measurement repeatability, and overall prototype reliability. The result was a fully functional prototype device, forming the foundation for further product development, cultivation trials, and progression to subsequent commercialization stages.

Functionalities
Automatic control
of environmental conditions inside the cabinet
Real-time monitoring
of plant growth parameters
Control of actuator systems
regulating temperature and humidity
Modular architecture
enabling further system expansion
Used technologies
CAD mechanical design
SolidWorks
Laser cutting and CNC bending
based on prepared STEP and DXF files
Control software
embedded / system-level
PCB design and manufacturing
using Altium Designer