SOIL+ CO2 Probe
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About
The SOIL+ CO₂ Probe is a rugged, multi-sensor system that delivers real-time measurements of soil CO₂, moisture, and temperature, to support precision agriculture. Farmers can deploy two to forty probes across a field to monitor general conditions or target problem areas. Simple to install and built for durability, the probes transmit data via LoRa (Long Range Antenna) to a processing platform that turns raw measurements into actionable insights, enabling smarter decisions, improved yields, and more sustainable land management
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Thomas Schefe
Queensland University of Technology
Thomas Schefe is an Industrial Designer from Queensland Australia, who aims to bring products and solutions to the world that make a tangible difference. Having lived in the outback, he has a strong affinity for seeing rural areas thrive, and understands the hardships faced by the cornerstone of these communities - the Primary Producers. His latest concept SOIL+ was designed with these values in mind, earning it a spot in the IF Design competition shortlist earlier this year. Whether through physical or strategic means, Thomas is driven to ensure his solutions are effective, and create lasting change, no matter the challenge.
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