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Smarter Greenhouses by Simulating Airflow
We faced a simple but tricky question: how should the side vents and door of a greenhouse be set for optimal airflow? They can be opened or closed, but how those settings, combined with wind and temperature, actually affect air circulation inside was unknown. That matters when the goal is to prevent mold and rot.
So we simulated the airflow inside the greenhouse to understand:
- How temperature differences drive air circulation
- The optimal position for the side vents
- Whether natural wind ventilation is enough, or whether a fan is needed, and what size
The logic is simple: better ventilation → less moisture buildup → less mold and rot → higher yield. Simulating airflow before making physical changes lets you optimize without endless trial and error, turning “we think it works” into “we know it works”.
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Originally shared on LinkedIn.