Track 2 · Engineering Systems
Energy-Food
Nexus & System
Optimization
Maximizing the conversion of energy to biomass
Maximizing energy-to-biomass conversion
In high-density production systems such as vertical farms and smart greenhouses, optimizing the conversion of input electrical and thermal energy into crop biomass is critical for sustainable agriculture. Our research focuses on developing "active energy-agriculture systems" by seamlessly integrating plant physiological dynamics with comprehensive facility energy models.
Research Topics
From micro-level crop physiology to macro-level facility energy management — coupling two scales of models to achieve optimal energy-to-biomass conversion.
Leaf Temperature Model
Energy balance models that simulate heat exchange between crop and microclimate to diagnose plant stress and predict photosynthesis
Facility Energy Model
Integrated energy models that track where and how much energy is consumed, enabling optimal operation with minimal energy input
