Track 1 · Decoding Complexity
3D Plant Modeling &
Light-Environment
Simulation
Beyond observation — computing light at canopy scale
Computing light at the canopy scale
Going beyond simple observation, we use 3D scanning and ray-tracing simulation to compute complex light movement and interactions at the canopy level. By reconstructing crops at different growth stages, we quantify canopy light interception and estimate photosynthesis using the modified FvCB model — ultimately determining supplemental lighting requirements and evaluating the combined effects of stem density and lighting strategies on growth, yield, and energy consumption.
Pipeline
From physical crops to virtual light analysis — estimating supplemental lighting requirements and optimizing cultivation strategies
3D Scanning
Reconstruct crop architecture at multiple growth stages using handheld 3D scanners
3D Mesh
Accumulate scanned plant models across different growth stages for comparative analysis
Light Simulation
Simulate light interception and estimate photosynthesis to optimize supplemental lighting and energy costs
