Design of a Wireless Multi-sensor Crop Monitoring Platform

Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) offer an efficient solution for monitoring agricultural conditions and have the potential to support future long-term space missions and extraterrestrial colonization. In this work, we present the design of a monitoring platform that integrates OpenThread, a generalpurpose Internet of Things (IoT) protocol, with low-cost physical and chemical sensors. Additionally, a customized meteorological shield is developed to minimize environmental interference with sensor measurements. The proposed platform is designed to monitor key environmental parameters, including temperature, relative humidity, and common volatile compounds, in real-world conditions. A particular focus is given to optimizing the shield design to ensure accurate sensor readings while providing adequate protection.