WATERROOTS

PROJECT OVERVIEW

WaterRoots is a smart hydroponic indoor/outdoor farming system that enables users to grow plants in limited spaces. It combines IoT control, cloud data, local touchscreen, and a companion app to simplify sustainable gardening.

✨ FEATURES

Automated Watering System

WaterRoots delivers nutrients and hydration precisely when plants need it — no manual watering required.

Smart Sensor Monitoring

Real-time monitoring of pH, water level, TDS, humidity, and temperature to keep your garden thriving.

Dual-Level Grow Lights

High-efficiency LED lights optimized for every growth stage — from seedling to harvest.

AI & Community Support

Our app connects you with expert advice, AI-powered tips, and a supportive grower community.

Energy Efficient Design

WaterRoots minimizes water use and power consumption without compromising performance.

Modular & Scalable

Start small or go big — WaterRoots is modular, expandable, and great for kitchens, classrooms, or farms.

🏗 SYSTEM DESIGN

The WaterRoots system integrates multiple sensors, actuators, and a modular frame to support plant growth in any space. Here is the system dimensions.

🏡 FINAL BUILD

View in AR

📱 Mobile App

1. Sign-In/Sign-Up

Secure Firebase authentication with intuitive UI.
Supports Google & Apple SSO for quick access.
Seamless login experience and smooth transition to the dashboard.

2. Home Screen

View water level, WiFi status, and system overview.
Access daily tips, educational resources, and harvest-based recipes.

3. Community Forum

Connect with fellow growers, share insights, and troubleshoot.
Post images, comment, like, and explore discussions.

4. Sprout – AI Chatbot

Meet Sprout, your AI companion for plant care.
Get real-time diagnostics, upload images, and receive actionable insights.

5. System Control

Switch between Manual and Auto Mode.
Control grow lights, fans, pumps, and monitor live sensor data (pH, TDS, temp, humidity).

6. Garden Section

Track plant progress from germination to harvest.
Visual growth stages, harvest countdown, and plant-specific tips.

7. Profile & Settings

Manage your account details, update preferences, and personalize your app experience.

🛠 Hardware Components

The WaterRoots system is built using powerful microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators to ensure smooth, smart, and efficient plant growth.

Arduino Uno R4

Raspberry Pi

AC/DC Converter

Relay Switch

pH Sensor

TDS Sensor

Water Level Sensor

Air Stone

Temperature Sensor

Fan

Peristaltic Pump

Water Pump

💻 Software & Technologies

Powering WaterRoots with robust frameworks and tools across mobile, embedded, and cloud.

Flutter

Firebase

Arduino C++

Python (Raspberry Pi)

Wi-Fi

Nextion Editor

🚀 Installation & Setup

Clone the repo and set up your environment:

git clone https://github.com/YOUR_GITHUB_USERNAME/WaterRoots.git
cd WaterRoots

# Arduino Setup
Open waterroots.ino in Arduino IDE
Upload to Arduino Uno R4

# Raspberry Pi Setup
python3 main.py

# Flutter Mobile App
flutter pub get
flutter run

# Nextion Display
Open nextion_ui.hmi in Nextion Editor
Upload to Nextion Display

📝 Usage

• Open the WaterRoots App and sign in
• Add your system and view real-time stats
• Control lights, pumps, and nutrients manually or via Auto Mode
• Use Sprout for smart advice and the community for help

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions! Fork the repo, create a feature branch, and submit a pull request.

📜 License

MIT License – Feel free to use, modify, and share WaterRoots!