Plasma Activated Water Dispenser

Description

This project focuses on designing and developing a portable plasma-activated water (PAW) dispenser for household and small-scale agricultural use. PAW is produced by exposing water to cold atmospheric plasma, generating reactive oxygen and nitrogen species that have been shown to enhance seed germination and stimulate plant growth (e.g., increased germination percentage, seedling vigor, and biomass) compared to untreated water. Such effects support more sustainable cultivation by potentially reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides. The project integrates plasma technology, embedded systems, and AI-assisted design to create a compact, user-friendly solution for eco-friendly gardening and urban agriculture.


Chalise, R., Tamang, A., Kattel, A., Sharma, S., Basnet, S., & Khanal, R. (2024). Impact of plasma-activated water on germination, growth, and production of green leafy vegetables (AIP Advances, 14(065318)). doi.org/10.1063/5.0205372