Development of automated sower with water sprinkler system/ John Edison A. Castaneda, Jade Kaizan B. Cruzada, Joseph L. Jordan, Jan Adrian T. Tapado, and Ma. Jolina D. Monreal.--

Bachelor's thesis

College of Industrial Technology.-- Bachelor of engineering technology major in electronics engineering technology: Technological University of the Philippines, 2025.

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Farming remains a vital part of the Philippine economy, yet many farmers, particularly in
rural areas, rely on labor-intensive and imprecise manual sowing methods. To address these
challenges, the researchers developed an automated seed sowing machine with an
integrated water sprinkler system, real-time monitoring via an ESP32 Wi-Fi module, and
remote-control functionality powered by solar energy. This system aims to enhance
precision, reduce labor demands, and increase efficiency in small- to medium-scale
farming operations. The researchers employed a prototyping approach to design, develop,
and test the system, comparing its performance to traditional sowing methods using a
paired t-test. The system was evaluated based on ISO 25010:2011 standards in terms of
Usability, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Portability, and Reliability. Results showed that the
automated system significantly outperformed manual methods in terms of planting
precision and timeliness, enhancing planting speed while reducing resource wastage.
Respondents rated the system as "excellent" across all evaluation criteria, with an overall
assessment score of x̅=4.85. This innovation supports farmers by modernizing agricultural
practices and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG) 2
(Zero Hunger) and UN SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). It contributes
to sustainable food production, improved resource management, and enhanced agricultural
productivity, benefiting local farming communities and addressing global challenges in
sustainable agriculture.