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Enhancement for Greenhouse Sustainability Using Tomato Disease Image Classification System Based on Intelligent Complex Controller

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  • Taehyun Kim

    (Department of Agriculture Engineering, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Wanju County 63240, Republic of Korea
    Department of Computer Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea)

  • Hansol Park

    (Department of Computer Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea
    Department of Convergence Engineering for Intelligent Drones, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea)

  • Jeonghyun Baek

    (Department of Agriculture Engineering, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Wanju County 63240, Republic of Korea)

  • Manjung Kim

    (Department of Agriculture Engineering, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Wanju County 63240, Republic of Korea)

  • Donghyeok Im

    (Department of Agriculture Engineering, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Wanju County 63240, Republic of Korea)

  • Hyoseong Park

    (Department of Computer Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea
    Department of Convergence Engineering for Intelligent Drones, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea)

  • Dongil Shin

    (Department of Computer Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea)

  • Dongkyoo Shin

    (Department of Computer Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea
    Department of Convergence Engineering for Intelligent Drones, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea)

Abstract

Monitoring the occurrence of plant diseases and pests such as fungi, viruses, nematodes, and insects in crops and collecting environmental information such as temperature, humidity, and light levels is crucial for sustainable greenhouse management. It is essential to control the environment through measures like adjusting vents, using shade nets, and employing screen controls to achieve optimal growing conditions, ensuring the sustainability of the greenhouse. In this paper, an artificial intelligence-based integrated environmental control system was developed to enhance the sustainability of the greenhouse. The system automatically acquires images of crop diseases and augments the disease image information according to environmental data, utilizing deep-learning models for classification and feedback. Specifically, the data are augmented by measuring scattered light within the greenhouse, compensating for potential losses in the images due to variations in light intensity. This augmentation addresses recognition issues stemming from data imbalances. Classifying the data is done using the Faster R-CNN model, followed by a comparison of the accuracy results. This comparison enables feedback for accurate image loss correction based on reflectance, ultimately improving recognition rates. The empirical experimental results demonstrated a 94% accuracy in classifying diseases, showcasing a high level of accuracy in real greenhouse conditions. This indicates the potential utility of employing optimal pest control strategies for greenhouse management. In contrast to the predominant direction of most existing research, which focuses on simply utilizing extensive learning and resources to enhance networks and optimize loss functions, this study demonstrated the performance improvement effects of the model by analyzing video preprocessing and augmented data based on environmental information. Through such efforts, attention should be directed towards quality improvement using information rather than relying on massive data collection and learning. This approach allows the acquisition of optimal pest control timing and methods for different types of plant diseases and pests, even in underdeveloped greenhouse environments, without the assistance of greenhouse experts, using minimal resources. The implementation of such a system will result in a reduction in labor for greenhouse management, a decrease in pesticide usage, and an improvement in productivity.

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  • Taehyun Kim & Hansol Park & Jeonghyun Baek & Manjung Kim & Donghyeok Im & Hyoseong Park & Dongil Shin & Dongkyoo Shin, 2023. "Enhancement for Greenhouse Sustainability Using Tomato Disease Image Classification System Based on Intelligent Complex Controller," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(23), pages 1-19, November.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:23:p:16220-:d:1285778
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