Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a plant propagation facilitating system that automatically perform air layering over the user-specified plants by peeling and removing cover of plant stems and applying rooting caps over the peeled portions, while also prepare and dispense a fertilizer mixture over the soil, based on the monitored soil conditions of the area where the rooted stem is to be planted.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Plant propagation is the process of growing new plants from existing ones, ensuring species survival and growth. Air layering is a common propagation technique where a section of a stem is induced to form roots while still attached to the parent plant, allowing for easier transplantation. Monitoring moisture within the layering is crucial as it ensures the plant tissue remains hydrated during root formation. Inadequate moisture can hinder root development or cause the plant to wither. Proper rooting of the stem is vital for regrowth as it establishes a stable root system that absorbs nutrients and water. Without strong roots, the plant struggles to grow independently, affecting its health and survival. Effective propagation and air layering lead to healthier plants and improved crop production.

[0003] Traditionally, air layering is performed by making a wound on the stem of a plant, applying rooting hormone, and wrapping the wound with moist sphagnum moss or soil. This is then covered with plastic to retain moisture and promote root growth. The stem is left attached to the parent plant until roots form, after which it is cut and transplanted. Soil aeration and mixing are typically done manually with hand tools like hoes or spades, often requiring significant effort to ensure proper soil structure for planting the rooted stem. However, these traditional methods have several drawbacks. They are labor-intensive, requiring continuous monitoring of moisture and root development. The process is time-consuming and prone to human error, leading to inconsistent results. Additionally, manual soil aeration is inefficient, leading to poor root growth or compaction. These methods lack automation, making them less scalable and prone to errors, reducing overall success in plant propagation.

[0004] CN214338846U discloses about a plant rooting device. The plant rooting device comprises a first assembly and a second assembly, the first assembly comprises a first hemispherical shell, a first buckle plate, a first channel and a first buckle which are integrally formed; the second assembly comprises a second hemispherical shell, a second buckle plate, a second channel and a second buckle which are integrally formed; after the second buckle is buckled in the first buckle, the first hemispherical shell and the second hemispherical shell form a hollow sphere, and the first channel and the second channel form a cylindrical channel. According to the rooting device, plants can rapidly root, the rooted plants are respectively planted after being cut off, and the survival rate of the plants is obviously increased. The rooting device is simple in structure, low in cost, convenient to use and suitable for large-scale popularization.

[0005] CN213463305U discloses a plant cuttage rooting device which comprises a film shed, a cuttage plate is placed in the film shed, a plurality of round holes are formed in the surface of the cuttage plate at equal intervals, circular-truncated-cone-shaped space cotton is fixed in the round holes, a water tank is formed in the bottom of the cuttage plate, and the water tank is communicated with the water tank. Micro-spraying mist devices are arranged at the inner bottom of the water tank and in the film shed roof and connected with a water pump through a pipeline, and a timer is arranged on the pipeline. A more appropriate rooting environment is provided for cutting plants with leaves, and continuous appropriate humidity and sufficient oxygen supply of the bases of the cuttings are guaranteed. It is guaranteed that the cutting leaves keep proper humidity in the rooting period, long-term water film protection is achieved, proper photosynthesis can continue to be conducted, and carbon source guarantee is provided for rooting.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems have been developed that aim to assist in plant propagation through various mechanical and manual techniques. However, these existing systems are incapable of automating critical tasks such as precise stem preparation, real-time environmental monitoring, and dynamic adjustment of growth parameters. Additionally, these existing systems also fail in offering a customizable, efficient means that ensures consistent moisture levels, optimal soil aeration, and proper root development, leading to inconsistent results and reduced success rates in propagation.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that requires to be capable of performing plant propagation by automatically peeling the plant stem and placing rooting caps over the peeled portion for root growth over the stem. In addition, the developed system also needs to monitor the root development and automatically cut the rooted stem and plant into the soil in an automated manner.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of performing air layering of user-specified plants in an automated manner by automatically peeling the stem of the plants and placing rooting caps over the peeled portion, thereby enhancing the efficiency, accuracy, and precision of the propagation process.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of automatically performing soil aeration and mixing up to an optimum depth tailored to plant's current growth stage or replanting requirements, thus reducing manual labor and enhancing the plant's root development after replanting.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of continuously monitoring and adjusting key parameters such as soil pH, moisture, temperature, and nutrient content, thus promoting healthy root development and optimal plant care.

[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of monitoring root development of plant, and sends an alert when root has developed sufficiently, thus prompting to initiate stem cutting and transplanting process.

[0013] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The present invention relates to a plant propagation facilitating system that is capable of automating entire propagation process with high precision, ensuring the accurate execution of tasks such as plant stem preparation, securing of rooting structures, and monitoring of environmental conditions. Further, the system is capable of dynamically adjusting the growing environment by continuously assessing and regulating factors such as soil conditions, moisture levels, and nutrient content.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a plant propagation facilitating system, comprises of a housing configured with multiple motorized wheels to maneuver the housing over a ground surface, a laser-based sensor is installed over the housing to determine level of the surface, a telescopically operated pole attached in between each of the wheels and housing to stabilize the housing over the surface, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit mounted on the body and integrated with a processor for evaluating a 3D mapping of the surroundings as well as determine growth patterns of plants grown overs the surface, a user-interface inbuilt in a computing unit accessed by a user for displaying the evaluated mapping and also enabling the user to specify plant(s) over which the user desires to perform air layering, a cuboidal member is attached to the housing and housed with a motorized peeling blade to peel and remove cover of plant stems with precision, a storage unit stored with rooting caps of varying dimensions is provided on the housing, a motorized clamping unit is connected to the member via an extendable rod coupled with a first motorized ball-and-socket joint for allowing dynamic adjustment of angle and distance to ensure precise and secure placement/ removal of the rooting cap on stem of the user-specified plants, a motorized circular slider mounted on base surface of the housing for precise positioning of digging blades attached with the slider for optimal soil aeration and mixing, the digging blades are attached with the slider via a hydraulic piston coupled with a second motorized ball-and-socket joint for allowing dynamic adjustments to the digging depth, synchronously the peeling blade cut the stem followed by actuation of the clamping unit to transfer the rooting stem inside the soil, a sensing module integrated on lower portion of the digging blades for monitoring parameters including pH level and nutritional content in soil.

[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the system further comprises of a multi-sectioned container arranged within the housing and stored with fertilizers and water, each section is connected with a mixing vessel by means of a conduit arranged between each of the section and vessel, an iris lid installed with each of the section to dispense a regulated amount of the fertilizer and water within the conduits that is transferred to the vessel, a motorized stirrer is installed within the vessel to mix the dispensed fertilizer and water to produce a fertilizer mixture, an electronically controlled valve arranged beneath the vessel to dispense the fertilizer mixture in a pipe lined with the vessel and transfer over the soil in order to increase fertility of the soil for proper nourishment of the rooted stem, the rooting cap is constructed with a pair of hemi-spherical structures interconnected via motorized hinges, plurality of electromagnets are integrated at ends of the structure for establishing the structure around the stem, plurality of circular openings are provided on the structure to maintain optimum humidity levels around the rooting stem, a soil moisture sensor is integrated with the rooting cap to detect moisture level of soil present inside the rooting cap, an electronic sprayer is attached with a box stored with water and configured at the housing, for dispensing the water over the rooting cap, a motorized injector is installed on the housing via an extendable bar and a third motorized ball-and-socket joint and connected with the vessel via a hollow tube, to inject a required amount of fertilizer into the rooting cap, a thermal root sensor integrated with the rooting cap to monitor root development of plant, an alert is sent on the computing unit when the root is developed sufficiently, in order to initiate stem cutting and transplanting process, and a battery is associated with the system for supplying power to electrical and electronically operated components associated with the system.

[0017] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a plant propagation facilitating system; and
Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of a rooting cap associated with the system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0020] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0021] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0022] The present invention relates to a plant propagation facilitating system that is capable of performing air layering of plants in an automated manner by automatically peeling the stem of the plant and placing rooting caps over the peeled portion. Additionally, the system is capable of continuously evaluating and adjusting growth parameters, such as soil conditions, moisture, and nutrients, to create an optimal environment for plant growth.

[0023] Referring to Figure 1 and 2, an isometric view of a plant propagation facilitating system and an isometric view of a rooting cap associated with the system are illustrated, respectively, comprising a housing 101 configured with multiple motorized wheels 102, a telescopically operated pole 103 attached in between each of the wheels 102 and housing 101, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 104 mounted on the body, a cuboidal member 105 is attached to the housing 101 and housed with a motorized peeling blade 106, a storage unit 107 provided on the housing 101 and stored with rooting caps 108, a motorized clamping unit 109 is connected to the member 105 via an extendable rod 110, a motorized circular slider 111 mounted on base surface of the housing 101, a plurality of digging blades 112 attached with the slider 111 via a hydraulic piston 113, a multi-sectioned container 114 is arranged within the housing 101, each section is connected with a mixing vessel 115 arranged beneath the container 114.

[0024] Figure 1 further illustrates an iris lid 116 installed with each of the section, a motorized stirrer 117 is installed within the vessel 115, an electronically controlled valve 118 arranged beneath the vessel 115, a pipe 119 lined with the vessel 115, the rooting cap 108 is constructed with a pair of hemi-spherical structures 201 interconnected via motorized hinges 202, plurality of electromagnets 203 are integrated at ends of the structure 201, plurality of circular openings 204 are provided on the structure 201, an electronic sprayer 120 is attached with a box 121 configured at the housing 101, and a motorized injector 122 is installed on the housing 101 via an extendable bar 123.

[0025] The system disclosed herein comprises of a housing 101 incorporating various components associated with the system and developed to be positioned over a ground surface by means of multiple motorized wheels 102 (ranging from 4 to 6 in numbers) arranged underneath the housing 101, each by means of a telescopically operated pole 103. The housing 101 serves as the primary structural framework of the system and the wheels 102 provide stability and allows the housing 101 to maneuver efficiently, even in uneven or challenging field conditions.

[0026] A user is required to activate the system manually by pressing a button installed on the housing 101 and linked with an inbuilt microcontroller associated with the system. The button is a type of switch that is internally connected with the system via multiple circuits that upon pressing by the user, the circuits get closed and starts conduction of electricity that tends to activate the system and vice versa.

[0027] Upon activation of the system, a laser-based sensor installed over the housing 101, determine level of the surface. The laser-based sensor emits a focused and narrow beam toward the ground surface. When the laser beam strikes the ground surface, some of the light gets reflected back towards the sensor. The receiver of the laser sensor captures the reflected light and employs a time-of-flight measurement principle to determine the level of the surface and sends acquired data to the microcontroller linked with the laser-based sensor in the form of electrical signal.

[0028] The microcontroller processes the received data to determine the level of the surface. Based on the detected level, the microcontroller actuates the telescopically operated pole 103 to extend/ retract based on the detected surface level and stabilize the housing 101 over the surface. The extension/ retraction of the pole 103 is powered by a pneumatic unit associated with system, that includes an air compressor, air cylinder, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the pole 103.

[0029] The air compressor used herein extract the air from surrounding and increases the pressure of the air by reducing the volume of the air. The air compressor is consisting of two main parts including a motor and a pump. The motor powers the compressor pump which uses the energy from the motor drive to draw in atmospheric air and compress to elevated pressure. The compressed air is then sent through a discharge tube into the cylinder across the valve. The compressed air in the cylinder tends to pushes out the piston to extend. The piston is attached to the poles 103, wherein the extension/ retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/ retraction of the poles 103 to stabilize the housing 101 over the surface.

[0030] Upon stabilizing the housing 101 over the surface, the microcontroller activates an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 104 mounted on the housing 101 and paired with a processor, for capturing multiple images of surroundings. The artificial intelligence based imaging unit 104 comprises of a high-resolution camera lens, digital camera sensor and a processor, wherein the lens captures multiple images from different angles and perspectives in vicinity of the housing 101 with the help of digital camera sensor for providing comprehensive coverage of the surroundings.

[0031] The captured images then go through pre-processing steps by the processor integrated with the imaging unit 104. The artificial intelligence protocols integrated into the processor, including machine learning and computer vision protocols, optimize image processing by enhancing feature extraction and classification. The captured images undergo pre-processing steps such as adjusting brightness, contrast, and noise removal to enhance quality. These refined images are transmitted to the microcontroller linked with the processor in the form of electrical signals.

[0032] The microcontroller processes the received signals from the imaging unit 104 in order to evaluate a 3-Dimensional (3D) mapping of the surroundings as well as determine growth patterns of plants grown over the surface, the evaluated mapping is further sent in the form of digital signals, to a computing unit (such as a smartphone, tablet, or other handheld gadgets) wirelessly linked with the microcontroller. The computing unit processes incoming signals from the microcontroller and convert digital data into visual output for displaying the evaluated mapping over a user-interface associated with the system and installed in the computing unit. The user is required to view the evaluated map and provide input by selecting the plant(s) over which the user desires to perform air layering.

[0033] The computing unit is wirelessly associated with the microcontroller via a communication module which includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module. The communication module allows the microcontroller to send and receive data to and from the computing unit without the need for physical connections. The Wi-Fi module provides connectivity over local networks, enabling real-time communication over longer distances. The Bluetooth module offers short-range, low-power communication, ideal for close proximity. The GSM module allows for communication over mobile networks, facilitating remote monitoring and control from virtually anywhere. This versatile connectivity ensures seamless interaction between the microcontroller and the computing unit for enabling the user to remotely give input commands for performing air layering.

[0034] Based on the user input provided via the user-interface, the microcontroller actuates the wheels 102 to maneuver the housing 101 for positioning the housing 101 in proximity to the user-specified plant over which air layering is to be performed. The motorized wheels 102 are a circular object that revolves on an axle to enable the housing 101 to translate easily. A hub motor is integrated into the hub of the wheels 102. The hub motor is an electric motor that comprises of a series of permanent magnets and electromagnetic coils. When the motor is activated, a magnetic field is set up in the coil and when the magnetic field of the coil interacts with the magnetic field of the permanent magnets, a magnetic torque is generated causing the stator of the motor to turn and that provides the rotational motion to the wheels 102 for precise and smooth movement of the housing 101. The movement of the wheels 102 is guided by the microcontroller as per the evaluated 3D mapping of the surroundings in order to position the housing 101 near the user-specified plant.

[0035] A cuboidal member 105 is attached to the housing 101, and housed with a motorized peeling blade 106, wherein upon positioning of the housing 101 near the user-specified plant, the microcontroller actuates the peeling blade 106 to peel and remove cover of plant stems with precision. The motorized peeling blade 106 used herein consist of a rotating blade 106 arrangement powered by a DC electric motor. Upon actuation by the microcontroller, the motor drives the blade’s 106 rotation, allowing it to effectively peel the cover from plant stems. The motor is powered by a DC power source, and the rotational speed of the motor is fine-tuned by the microcontroller to ensure a smooth, consistent peel without damaging the stem, while allowing the underlying tissue to be exposed for root development.

[0036] A storage unit 107 is provided on the housing 101, to hold rooting caps 108 of varying dimensions. These rooting caps 108 are essential components in the air layering process, as they are used to enclose the portion of the plant stem where the roots are expected to develop. The rooting cap is constructed with a pair of hemi-spherical structures 201, which are designed to encase the plant stem for optimal air layering. These structures 201 are interconnected via motorized hinges 202, which allow the cap to open and close around the plant stem.

[0037] A motorized clamping unit 109 is connected to the cuboidal member 105 via an extendable rod 110 coupled with a first motorized ball-and-socket joint, wherein after the plant stem is peeled, as detected by the imaging unit 104, the microcontroller actuates the rod 110 in synchronization with the first motorized ball-and-socket joint, to dynamically adjust both angle and extension/retraction of the clamping unit 109, to position the clamping unit 109 over one of the rooting cap. The extension/retraction of the clamping unit 109 is powered by the pneumatic unit in the same manner as described above for the telescopically operated pole 103.

[0038] The ball and socket joint used herein consists of a spherical ball enclosed within a socket. The ball is connected to the rod 110 while the socket is fixed to the member 105. The ball and socket joint is integrated with a compact direct current (DC) electric motor, which upon actuation the motor applies controlled torque to rotate the ball within the socket in desired directions, for providing multi-directional movement to the rod 110 in synchronization with the extension/retraction of the rod 110, in order to precisely position the clamping unit 109 over the rooting cap.

[0039] Post positioning of the clamping unit 109 over the rooting cap, the microcontroller actuates the motorized clamping unit 109 to securely grip the rooting cap. The motorized clamping unit 109 consists of a motorized C-shaped claw, a small electric motor, a gear or threaded rod arrangement, and a soft lining material inside the clamp. The microcontroller sends signals to the motor to actuate the clamping unit 109. When a signal is received, the motor turns, driving the gear or threaded rod arrangement. This arrangement converts the rotational motion of the motor into linear movement, allowing the C-shaped claw to converge and acquire a grip over the rooting cap.

[0040] Once the rooting cap is securely gripped by the clamping unit 109, the microcontroller directs the rod 110 and the first motorized ball-and-socket joint to adjust the angle and distance for placing the rooting cap over the peeled portion of the stem of the user-specified plants. Post positioning of the rooting cap over the peeled portion, the microcontroller actuates the motorized hinges 202 to provide diverging movement to the hemi-spherical structures 201 in order to open the rooting cap. The motorized hinges 202 integrate an electric motor with a traditional hinge to enable controlled, automated rotational movement of the structures 201 around a fixed axis.

[0041] The hinge comprises of a pair of leaf that are screwed with the surface of the structures 201. The leafs are connected with each other by means of a cylindrical member 105 integrated with a shaft coupled with a DC (Direct Current) motor to provide required movement to the hinges 202. The rotation of the shaft in clockwise and anti-clockwise direction provides required tilting movement to the hinges 202, that in turn tilt the structures 201 away from each other to open the rooting cap in order to accommodate the peeled portion of the plant stem.

[0042] Once the peeled portion of the plant stem is accommodated within the rooting cap, the microcontroller directs the hinges 202 to rotate in the opposite direction, causing the leaves to tilt and close the structures 201 around the stem. Simultaneously, the microcontroller energizes multiple electromagnets 203 integrated at ends of the structures 201, to create a strong magnetic field that securely holds the structures 201 the rooting cap together, for ensuring a tight and firm closure around the plant stem.

[0043] The electromagnets 203 used herein consist of a coil of wire wrapped around a core of ferromagnetic material, such as iron. On actuation by the microcontroller, an electric current flows through the coil, that generates a magnetic field around the coil, which magnetizes the core of the electromagnet to act as a magnet for engaging the structures 201 with each other in order to secure the rooting cap on stem of the user-specified plants.

[0044] Multiple circular openings 204 are provided on the structures 201 of the rooting cap. These openings 204 are configured to maintain optimum humidity levels around the rooting stem. These openings 204 allow for controlled airflow and moisture retention within the cap, ensuring that the environment around the stem remains consistently humid. The circular openings 204 help regulate the moisture levels, and create an ideal microenvironment that supports the rooting stem's proper growth.

[0045] A soil moisture sensor integrated into the rooting cap, continuously monitor the moisture level of the soil contained within the cap. The sensor detects the amount of water present in the soil within the cap, ensuring that the moisture remains at an optimal level for root development. The soil moisture sensor consists of two probes, which are in direct contact with the soil, and an electronic circuitry that monitors the moisture level in the soil by measuring the electrical resistance or capacitance between two probes inserted into the soil. When the soil is wet, the water content allows electrical conductivity, resulting in low resistance or higher capacitance, depending on the sensor type. As the soil dries out, resistance increases or capacitance decreases. The electronic circuitry processes the resistance or capacitance readings. These readings are further sent to the microcontroller in the form of wireless signal

[0046] The microcontroller processes the signal received form the soil moisture sensor to detect the moisture level of soil present inside the rooting cap, and compares the detected moisture level with a threshold value of moisture that is pre-feed in a database linked to the microcontroller. In case the detected moisture level recedes the threshold value, the microcontroller actuates an electronic sprayer 120 installed over a box 121 stored with water and configured with the housing 101, to dispense the water over the rooting cap.

[0047] The electronic sprayer 120 consists of a small, motor-driven pump connected to a nozzle. This pump draws water from the box 121 and forces it through the nozzle, creating a fine mist or spray. The sprayer 120 is controlled by the microcontroller, which activates the pump when moisture levels recedes the threshold value. The nozzle is designed to evenly distribute the water over the rooting cap, for maintaining the ideal moisture level for root growth, and preventing the soil from drying out.

[0048] A motorized circular slider 111 is mounted on the base surface of the housing 101, and multiple digging blades 112 are attached with the slider 111, each by means of a hydraulic piston 113 coupled with a second motorized ball-and-socket joint, wherein upon placement of the rooting cap, the microcontroller actuates the circular slider 111, for moving the digging blades 112 into the soil for optimal aeration and mixing. The circular slider 111 consists of a circular track, a motor, and a carriage or platform mounted on the track. The motor, often a stepper or servo motor, drives the carriage around the track using a gear or belt system. By controlling the motor's speed and direction, precise circular sliding movement of the digging blades 112 is achieved in order to perform optimal soil aeration and mixing, tailored to plant's current growth stage or replanting requirements.

[0049] Subsequently, the microcontroller actuates the hydraulic piston 113 to extend or retract for precisely lowering or raising the blades 112 into the soil. Simultaneously, the second motorized ball-and-socket joint enables angular adjustments, for allowing the blades 112 to penetrate the soil at optimal angles for effective aeration and mixing. The hydraulic piston 113 includes an oil pump, oil cylinders, and oil valves which works in collaboration to apply optimal amount of force over the blades 112.

[0050] The hydraulic piston 113 operates by converting hydraulic pressure into mechanical motion. The piston 113 consists of a cylinder, connected to a piston rod. On actuation, hydraulic fluid is pumped into one side of the cylinder, it pushes the piston 113, causing the piston rod to extend and generate linear motion. Conversely, when fluid is pumped into the other side of the cylinder, it retracts the piston rod. By controlling the flow and pressure of hydraulic fluid, the hydraulic piston 113 applies optimal amount of force over the blades 112 for allowing dynamic adjustments to the digging depth. This dynamic movement ensures that the soil around the rooting site is properly loosened and enriched, creating a favorable environment for root expansion and nutrient absorption.

[0051] The depth of the soil being penetrated by the blades 112 in continuously monitored by a depth sensor integrated into the blade. The depth sensor emits ultrasonic waves within the soil, the waves travel through the soil and are partially reflected back to the sensor. By measuring the time, it takes for these waves to bounce back, the sensor calculates the depth of the soil being penetrated by the blades 112 and sends the data to the linked microcontroller in the form of electrical signal. The microcontroller processes the data and accordingly adjust the extension/retraction of the hydraulic piston 113.

[0052] During the soil aeration and mixing process, a sensing module integrated into the lower portion of the digging blades 112 actively monitors key soil parameters in real time. The module includes a combination of sensors such as an NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) sensor, a soil temperature sensor, and a pH sensor. As the digging blades 112 engage with the soil, these sensors continuously assess the soil’s chemical composition, including its nutrient levels and acidity, as well as the temperature of the soil.

[0053] The NPK sensor detect and quantify the concentration of essential macronutrients in the soil, which are critical for plant growth, while the pH sensor evaluates the acidity or alkalinity of the soil. These sensors work in coordination to provide accurate soil diagnostics. The NPK sensor is suitable for detecting the content of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in the soil, and judges the fertility of the soil by detecting the electrical conductivity transformation caused by different nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium concentrations in the soil. Therefore, the received signals are sent to the microcontroller for further processing and the microcontroller compares the conductivity value with the pre-fed range to determine nutrient levels or the NPK value of the soil.

[0054] The pH sensor measures the acidity or alkalinity of the soil by detecting hydrogen ion concentration. The pH sensor consists of a glass electrode, a reference electrode, and a signal amplifier. The glass electrode is placed in contact with the soil or a soil-water solution. Hydrogen ions interact with the special glass membrane of the electrode, generating a potential difference between the glass and reference electrodes. This potential is proportional to the soil's pH level. The signal amplifier enhances the reading, and the data is relayed to the microcontroller.

[0055] The soil temperature sensor monitors the temperature of the soil using a temperature-sensitive component such as a thermistor, RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector), or a thermocouple. The sensor includes a sensing element, which detects temperature changes, and signal processing circuitry that converts temperature readings into electrical signals. When the sensing element comes into contact with the soil, it reacts to temperature changes by altering its electrical resistance or voltage output. This signal is then processed and sent to the microcontroller, which interprets the temperature value.

[0056] The microcontroller processes the signal received from the sensing module in order to assess the current condition of the soil surrounding the rooting area. Based on the real-time data such as pH level, NPK content, and soil temperature, the microcontroller determines whether the soil environment is suitable for optimal root development or if intervention is required.

[0057] A multi-sectioned container 114 is arranged within the housing 101 and stored with different types of fertilizers and water. Each section of the container 114 is connected to a mixing vessel 115 arranged beneath the container 114, by means of a conduit arranged between each of the section and vessel 115. An iris lid 116 is installed with each of the section, wherein based on the evaluated soil condition, the microcontroller actuates appropriate iris lids 116 to open, for allowing a regulated amount of fertilizer and water to flow into the corresponding conduit. The dispensed contents are then directed into the mixing vessel 115 via the conduits.

[0058] The iris lid 116 mentioned herein, consists of a ring in bottom configured with multiple slots along periphery, multiple number of blades and blade actuating ring on the top. The blades are pivotally jointed with blade actuating ring and the base plate are hooked over the blade. The blade actuating ring is rotated clock and anti-clock wise by a DC motor embedded in ball actuating ring which results in opening of the lid for dispensing the regulated amount of fertilizer and water into the vessel 115 via the conduits.

[0059] Upon dispensing of the fertilizer and water into the vessel 115, the microcontroller actuates a motorized stirrer 117 installed within the vessel 115 to mix the dispensed fertilizer and water to produce a fertilizer mixture. The motorized stirrer 117 consists of a rotating shaft attached to a DC (direct current) motor and fitted with multiple blades or paddles, which are positioned in a manner to cover the entire volume of the vessel 115. These blades are designed to mix the fertilizer and water. On actuation, the microcontroller regulates the movement of the motor followed by the movement of the blades for stirring/mixing the fertilizer and water, for producing a fertilizer mixture.

[0060] A motorized injector 122 is installed on the housing 101 by means of an extendable bar 123 and a third motorized ball-and-socket joint, wherein upon preparing the fertilizer mixture, the microcontroller actuates the bar 123 in synchronization with the third motorized ball-and-socket joint, to dynamically adjust both angle and extension/retraction of the bar 123, to position the injector 122 over the rooting cap. The extension/retraction of the bar 123 is powered by the pneumatic unit in the same manner as described above, and the third motorized ball-and-socket joint works in the same manner as described above for the first motorized ball-and-socket.

[0061] The injector 122 is connected with the vessel 115 by mean of a hollow tube, wherein upon positioning of the injector 122 over the rooting cap, the microcontroller actuates the motorized injector 122 to inject a required amount of fertilizer mixture into the rooting cap. The motorized injector 122 includes a DC motor, and a piston or pump. On actuation, the DC motor drives the piston or pump, for creating pressure that draws the fertilizer from the vessel 115 and pushes it through the hollow tube. The pressurized fertilizer then travels through the hollow tube and is directed into the rooting cap, for ensuring optimal nutrient delivery to the plant during growth phase.

[0062] A thermal root sensor integrated into the rooting cap, continuously monitor the development of roots within the enclosed environment. The thermal root sensor monitors root development within the rooting cap by detecting temperature variations caused by root growth activity. The thermal root sensor includes a temperature-sensitive element such as a thermistor or infrared sensor, a protective casing for insulation and durability, and a signal processing unit for data interpretation. The sensor continuously measures subtle temperature changes in the root zone. As roots grow and metabolize, they generate slight heat, which is detected by the sensor. These thermal variations are converted into electrical signals, processed, and sent to the microcontroller for analysis.

[0063] The microcontroller processes this data to assess the progress of root formation and determine whether the root has reached a sufficient level for successful transplantation. Once the microcontroller confirms that the roots have developed adequately, the microcontroller automatically sends a notification or alert to the computing unit’s user interface, for prompting the user to initiate the stem cutting and transplanting process.

[0064] Based on the received notification or alert, the user is required to provide input command via the computing unit, for initiating the stem cutting and transplanting process. The microcontroller processes the user input command and accordingly actuates the peeling blade 106 to cut the plant stem at the appropriate location. Following the stem cutting, the microcontroller simultaneously actuates the clamping unit 109 to securely hold the cut out rooting stem and the extendable rod 110 in sync with the first motorized ball-and-socket joint to transfer the rooting stem into the soil for successful transplantation of the rooted stem.

[0065] Upon planting the cut portion of rooting stem into the soil, the microcontroller actuates an electronically controlled valve 118 arranged beneath the vessel 115, to dispense the fertilizer mixture in a pipe 119 lined with the vessel 115. The electronically controlled valve 118 mentioned herein consists of a gate, nozzle and a magnetic coil which is energized by the microcontroller, on energizing of the magnetic coil, a magnetic force is generated which pushes the gate to open for dispensing a pre-set amount of the fertilizer mixture into the pipe 119. After the required amount of fertilizer mixture is dispensed, the microcontroller sends a command to de-energize the magnetic coil in order to close the valve 118. The dispensed mixture is transferred over the soil surrounding the rooting stem in order to increase fertility of the soil for proper nourishment of the rooted stem.

[0066] Lastly, a battery is installed within the system which is connected to the microcontroller that supplies current to all the electrically powered components that needs an amount of electric power to perform their functions and operation in an efficient manner. The battery utilized here, is generally a dry battery which is made up of Lithium-ion material that gives the system a long-lasting as well as an efficient DC (Direct Current) current which helps every component to function properly in an efficient manner. As the system is battery operated and do not need any electrical voltage for functioning. Hence the presence of battery leads to the portability of the system i.e., user is able to place as well as moves the system from one place to another as per the requirements.

[0067] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the housing 101 as disclosed in the invention is developed to be positioned over the ground surface by means of multiple motorized wheels 102. The laser-based sensor determine level of the surface and accordingly the telescopically operated pole 103 extend/ retract to stabilize the housing 101 over the surface. After which the artificial intelligence based imaging unit 104 capture multiple images of surroundings to evaluate 3-Dimensional (3D) mapping of the surroundings that is further accesses by the user over the user-interface to view the evaluated map and provide input by selecting the plant(s) over which the user desires to perform air layering. Based on the user input, the wheel’s maneuver and position the housing 101 in proximity to the user-specified plant. After which the motorized peeling blade 106 peel and remove cover of plant stems with precision. Further, the motorized clamping unit 109 grip and position the rooting cap over the peeled portion of the stem of the user-specified plants. The soil moisture sensor monitor the moisture level of the soil contained within the cap and accordingly the electronic sprayer 120 dispense water over the rooting cap. Afterwards, the motorized circular slider 111 moves the digging blades 112 into the soil for optimal aeration and mixing. Subsequently, the hydraulic piston 113 extends or retract for precisely lowering or raising the blades 112 into the soil. During the soil aeration and mixing process, the sensing module monitors soil parameters in real time. Further, the fertilizer mixture is prepared by dispensing of appropriate amount of fertilizer and water from the multi-sectioned container 114 into the mixing vessel 115 via opening of the iris lids 116. The fertilizer mixture is then injected into the rooting cap via the motorized injector 122. The thermal root sensor monitors the development of roots within the enclosed rooting cap and accordingly the peeling blade 106 cut the stem and the clamping unit 109 transfer the rooting stem inside the soil for planting the rooted stem into the soil.

[0068] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A plant propagation facilitating system, comprising:

i) a housing 101 configured with multiple motorized wheels 102 to maneuver said housing 101 over a ground surface, wherein a laser-based sensor is installed over said housing 101 to determine level of said surface and sends acquired data to a microcontroller linked with said laser-based sensor that in turn activates a telescopically operated pole 103 attached in between each of said wheels 102 and housing 101 to stabilize said housing 101 over said surface;

ii) an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 104 mounted on said housing 101 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of surroundings, wherein based on said processed images, an inbuilt microcontroller generates a 3D (three-dimensional) map of said surroundings as well as determines growth patterns of plants grown over said surface;

iii) a user-interface inbuilt in a computing unit accessed by a user for displaying said generated map and also enabling said user to specify plant(s) over which said user desires to perform air layering, wherein a cuboidal member 105 is attached to said housing 101, and housed with a motorized peeling blade 106, that is actuated by said microcontroller based on user-specified details to peel and remove cover of plant stems with precision;

iv) a storage unit 107 provided on said housing 101, stored with rooting caps 108 of varying dimensions, wherein a motorized clamping unit 109 is connected to said member 105 via an extendable rod 110 coupled with a first motorized ball-and-socket joint, allowing dynamic adjustment of angle and distance to ensure precise and secure placement/ removal of said rooting cap 108 on stem of said user-specified plants;

v) a motorized circular slider 111 mounted on base surface of said housing 101, enabling precise positioning of a plurality of digging blades 112 attached with said slider 111 for optimal soil aeration and mixing, tailored to plant's current growth stage or replanting requirements, wherein said digging blades 112 are attached with said slider 111 via a hydraulic piston 113 coupled with a second motorized ball-and-socket joint, allowing dynamic adjustments to said digging depth, said microcontroller synchronously actuates said peeling blade 106 to cut said stem followed by actuation of said clamping unit 109 to transfer said rooting stem inside said soil;

vi) a sensing module integrated on a lower portion of said digging blades 112 for monitoring parameters, including pH level and nutritional content in soil, wherein a multi-sectioned container 114 is arranged within said housing 101 and stored with fertilizers and water, and each section is connected with a mixing vessel 115 by means of a conduit arranged between each of said section and vessel 115;

vii) an iris lid 116 installed with each of said section and actuated by said microcontroller to dispense a regulated amount of said fertilizer and water within said conduits that is transferred to said vessel 115, wherein a motorized stirrer 117 is installed within said vessel 115 and actuated by said microcontroller to mix said dispensed fertilizer and water to produce a fertilizer mixture; and

viii) an electronically controlled valve 118 arranged beneath said vessel 115 to dispense said fertilizer mixture in a pipe 119 lined with said vessel 115 and transfer over said soil in order to increase fertility of said soil for proper nourishment of said rooted stem.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said rooting cap 108 is constructed with a pair of hemi-spherical structures 201, interconnected via motorized hinges 202, and plurality of electromagnets 203 are integrated at ends of said structure 201 that are energized by said microcontroller to establish said structure 201 around said stem.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein plurality of circular openings 204 are provided on said structure 201, configured to maintain optimum humidity levels around said rooting stem, catering proper growth of said rooting stem.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a soil moisture sensor is integrated with said rooting cap 108 to detect moisture level of soil present inside said rooting cap 108, and an electronic sprayer 120 is attached with a box 121 stored with water and configured at said housing 101, said microcontroller actuates said sprayer 120 for dispensing said water over said rooting cap 108, only in case water level of rooting stem recedes a threshold value.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a motorized injector 122 is installed on said housing 101 via an extendable bar 123 and a third motorized ball-and-socket joint and connected with said vessel 115 via a hollow tube, said injector 122 is configured to inject a required amount of fertilizer into the rooting cap 108, ensuring optimal nutrient delivery to the plant during growth phase.

6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said sensing module includes a NPK sensor, soil temperature sensor and pH sensor.

7) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a thermal root sensor integrated with said rooting cap 108 to monitor root development of plant, said thermal root sensor is linked to said microcontroller that processes data and sends an alert on said computing unit when root has developed sufficiently, prompting to initiate stem cutting and transplanting process.

8) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is associated with said system for supplying power to electrical and electronically operated components associated with said system.