On Wed, 4 Jun 2003 11:01:09 -0400, "Ted Byers"
wrote:

"Larry Dighera" wrote in message
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On Mon, 19 May 2003 18:47:53 -0400, "Ted Byers"
wrote:

It's not as difficult as you fear.

I hope you're right.

It would appear that fully automated (indoor) greenhouses already
exist:
http://www.klimagro.com/products/products.html

Yes, I have visited this site before. But their products strike me as
rather small and ugly (but that may well be just a matter of taste). OTOH,
their existence suggests to me that I should be able to make a larger, much
more attractive unit for much less money.

I was thinking more along the lines of reverse engineering the
(temperature, humidity, irrigation, ...) sensors employed in their
products, and applying that knowledge toward your ends.

But, on the downside, I was laid of recently, so I won't be able to do any
significant buying until I find a new position.

With additional time on your hands, you may be able to devote more to
developing an automated orchid culture system. :-)

Best of luck in your job search. I would think, that a fellow with
your skills shouldn't have too much difficulty finding employment.