Overview of innovation

SoilTrac enables the monitoring,in real time, of soil respiration rates (microbial, microfauna and plant metabolic activity) and other physical parameters(temperature, soil moisture levels etc.) through the implementation of various sensors and cloud capabilities(Edge-to-Cloud Approach).

The patent pending innovation lies in the in-field measurement of respired CO₂. In addition to monitoring soil respiration, the addition of the measurement of physicochemical parameters provide a modular platform that enables fit-for-purpose Precision Agriculture sensing.

The addition of multiple SoilTrac probes to the online monitoring dashboard allows for comparison of various parameters within and between fields, to establish improved understanding of the way that different soils respond to changes.

 

Type of Intellectual Property protection
Patent
Innovation Opportunity Type
Investment
Partnership
Industry
Agriculture, forestry and fishing
Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities
Professional, scientific and technical activities
Scientific research and development
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 5 – Prototype tested in a controlled environment
Website link
https://app.in-part.com/university-dashboard/technologies/19582