Project Overview

            The automatic plant feeder will dispense a preset amount of liquid at a specific time interval.  The feeder will significantly decrease the maintenance houseplants need and ultimately help users save time.  Some challenges that may arise include the programming of the user interface.  This along with the major tasks like the design and construction will prove to be challenging.  The final deliverables will include the device itself, the Arduino code, and the final report.

            The technical activity for the project involves the combination of the main subsystems.  These systems are the Arduino unit, motor, structural frame, and pipe system.  The design process follows standard procedures such as: design, research, construction, testing, and communicating results.  The facilities and resources used are limited since the project mostly involves basic assemblies.  Also, expertise in coding the Arduino is necessary for the completion of the project.  The budget for the project will be expended through the use of personal funds.  This can help and hurt the final project by keeping the product cheap, but potentially hurting the quality of materials.  The completed design will be strong enough to maintain its intended functions and still leave room for profit.

Here's an example of what the final deliverable can look like:

This is a Claber Oasis Self-Watering System.