MyCuarium: Mycology Automated Chamber

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Enclosed grow chamber for many types of mushrooms includes lighting, humidity, and fresh air controls. The grow chamber features holes near the bottom that are reinforced with 3D parts to ensure a secure fit. The humidifier tote is a key component of the system, and can be spray painted black to prevent algae growth. It is available on Amazon. The fogger float is a custom-designed part that provides precise control over misting levels in the grow chamber. It can be found on Thingiverse. Daylight LEDs are used to provide optimal lighting for plant growth, and can be hot-glued to the underside of the lid for easy installation. They are available on Amazon. Blue light LEDs are also used to promote healthy growth and development in plants. Like daylight LEDs, they are easily installed by hot-gluing them to the underside of the lid. They are available on Amazon. The DHT sensor is a crucial component that monitors temperature and humidity levels in the grow chamber. It should only be left in the bin for short durations to prevent damage. It can be found on Amazon. The fogger is a critical component that provides a constant flow of mist into the grow chamber, promoting healthy growth and development in plants. It is placed inside the humidifier tote for optimal performance. It can be found on Amazon. The controller is a custom-built part that uses code to control various aspects of the system, including lighting, humidity, and fresh air levels. It requires some technical expertise to build, but provides precise control over the grow chamber environment. A programmable relay enclosure can be found on Thingiverse. The humidifier fan is used to circulate air in the grow chamber and promote healthy growth and development in plants. It can be affixed to the top of the humidifier using a mounting shield and plate. A 12V, 30mm fan that is water-resistant is recommended for optimal performance. Fresh Air Exchange (FAE) fans are used to provide a constant flow of fresh air into the grow chamber, promoting healthy growth and development in plants. They can be mounted to the top of the chamber using custom-designed grilles. Multiple fans are required to achieve optimal FAE levels. Assembly of the system requires soldering, wiring, and heat shrink tubing to connect various components together. The photos provided demonstrate the step-by-step process for assembling the grow chamber system. A 5/12V power supply is used to provide power to the controller, while an additional 24V supply is added specifically for the fogger. This setup allows for two separate power inputs to the controller, providing a range of voltages including 0/5/12/24V. Nine lines from the controller are fed through the top of the tote, providing power and signals to various components in the system. These include: * Sensor (5V) * Sensor signal (5V) * Blue light power (12V) * White light power (12V) * FAE fan power (12V) * Humidifier fan power (12V) * Fogger power (24V) * System ground (0V)