aspara STEM consists of STEM smart grower, web portal and experimental kit which works as a perfect smart IoT hydroponic solution for STEM.
Why aspara STEM is perfect for STEM?
A. Create environments for explorations & experiments
B. Integrate learning elements from KLAs (Key Learning Area)
C. Allow design of different experiments suitable for different grades
Features of aspara STEM make it perfect for STEM
1. aspara STEM smart grower
2. aspara STEM web portal
3. aspara experimental seed kit
4. Little Scientist - aspara Life Science Kit
Why aspara STEM is perfect for STEM?
A. To create environments for explorations & experiments
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Variable Light Intensity, Light Spectrum & Light Period
Effect of various light intensity/photo period/light spectrum on plant growth
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Variable Water Flow
Effect of various water flow interval/flow cycles on plant growth
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Nutrient Detection
Effect on different nutrient concentration/composition on plant growth
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Air, Water Temperature & Humidity Sensors
Effect of different temperature/humidity on plant growth
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aspara Mobile App
Access data for multiple aspara
Remote monitor & control
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aspara STEM Web Portal
Allow specific settings for each aspara
Remote monitor & allow data download for experimental analysis
And more... See more aspara STEM features below and be creative to design your own experiments.
Malvern College
Leung Shek Chee College
B. To integrate learning elements from KLAs
School & Level
Approach
Learning elements
Kindergarten
K.2 - K.3
Theme based
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To develop curiosity about the environment & phenomena around
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To enjoy exploring surroundings & the nature
Primary school
P.3 – P.6
Subject & Project based
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To develop & practice scientific methods, sharpen their investigative skills, & reflects on their learning by using scientific investigation method
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To provide hands-on learning experience to enhance students’ problem-solving skills
Secondary school
S.1 – S.4
Tseung Kwan O Government Secondary School
TWGHs Yau Tze Tin Memorial College
C. To design different experiments suitable for different grades
Possible explorations & experiments with aspara (example)
Subjects / elements
Kindergarten
Primary
Secondary
Theme / Subject based approach
Light & plant
Nature & living
GS, Maths
IS, Phys
Water flow & plant
Nature & living
GS
IS
Nutrient & plant
Nature & living
GS, Maths
IS, Chem, Maths
Hydroponics & plant
Nature & living
Early Maths
GS
IS, Geog
IoT & mechanism behind
Nature & living
IT, Maths
IT
Project based approach
Sensory evaluation
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Food & culture
Quantitative analysis
Nutritional analysis
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Food labeling
Nutritional science
Food shortage & the solution
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Urban farming
Environmental study
TWGH Wong Wu Lai Ming Kindergarten
HKFYG Lee Shau Kee Primary School
Features of aspara STEM make it perfect for STEM
1. aspara STEM Smart Grower
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Hydroponic Growing System
Smart hydroponic system is soilless and clean, uses 90% less water and allows 50% faster growth than conventional farming.
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Intelligent Grow Light
Patent-pending grow light with unique spectrum and intensity automatically adjusts to cater different plant needs at different growth stage.Automatic sunrise/sunset with adjustable schedule allows user to personalize planting day/night sequence.
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Removable Reservoir and Auto Watering
Proprietary reverse ebb-and-flow technology brings fresh oxygenated air to the roots after each watering cycle.
The removable reservoir helps water refill to be mess-free.
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Smart Sensors
Smart sensors and control system detect, monitor and accurately master the grow condition to provide best plant grow environment.
Monitored parameters include nutrient concentration, water temperature, air temperature, humidity, light intensity, and the amount of water in the system.
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aspara Mobile App
Access data for multiple aspara
The app available in both iOS and Android allows remote monitoring and control.
aspara STEM smart grower is perfect for STEM
If you are interested in aspara for home use, please find more details of aspara Nature smart grower at www.aspara.hk.
Differences Between aspara STEM and aspara Nature smart grower
Features
aspara STEM smart grower
aspara Nature smart grower
aspara STEM web portal access and support
Planting program customization
Preset planting program specific for each types of plant
Adjustable photo period
Preset photo period, can only edit sunrise time
Adjustable water running interval
Preset water running interval for each plants
Adjustable grow light intensity
Preset grow light intensity specific for each types of plant
Connected users
Max 10
Max 5
2. aspara STEM Web Portal
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Adjustable parameters
Parameters listed below can be set freely
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Light intensity
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R:B ratio
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Photoperiod
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Water circulation interval and number of flow per interval
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Day length
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Number of days of different planting stages
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Adjustable warning limits
Parameters listed below can be set with warning limits-
Maximum and minimum room temperature
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Maximum and minimum water temperature
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Maximum and minimum humidity
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Maximum and minimum water level
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Maximum and minimum nutrient level
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Administration right
Administration right can be assigned for each grower in the portal so that only assigned users can control the grower.
Some users can be viewers to access only to raw data and reports.
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Downloadable report
Planting report for each planting is available in web portal to be downloaded. The report is presented with graphs, charts and data for reference or further analysis.
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Raw data for further analysis
Raw data is accessible and downloadable in excel format for further analysis.
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E-log book
Web portal can act as online log book for centralised record of observational data including leaf size, leaf count, etc.
Data entry can even be customised for inputing any other data in the record.
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24/7 monitoring
aspara™ STEM smart grower records the planting parameters including water level, nutrient level, air temperature, water temperature and humidity 24 hours/ 7 days. All parameters are recorded and accessible in the web portal.
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Custom planting program
Except pre-set planting programs, users can create their own planting program in web portal with lighting, water-related, warning limits and planting stage length adjustable and to be customised to fit users' experiment setting.
3. aspara Experimental Seed Kit
There are over 30 types of seeds. Each seed kit comprises 16 seed capsules and the nutrients needed for life science exploration.
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Part of aspara STEM
Easy and simple, guarantee the experimental setup 100% success
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Environmental friendly
The capsules are made from a bio-degradable material that can be thrown away after use.
Selected seed includes:
Leafy and Salad Vegetable
Green Lettuce
Butterhead
Mizuna
Mixed Lettuce
Blue Curled Kale
Mixed Baby Leaf
Red Lettuce
Rocket
Herbs
Sweet Basil
Coriander
Dill
Parsley
Fruits, Flower and Root Vegetales
Cherry Tomato
Radish
Viola
4. Little Scientist - aspara Life Science Kit
Spark your children’s interest in nature with Little Scientist - aspara Life Science Kit! Children can learn, experience and understand the life cycle of different plants at home safely. Let’s make home learning exciting and fun!
Easy to Use
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Never underestimate the talent of your children!
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With easy-to-understand instructions, children can start planting in 3 simple steps
Bonding with Family
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Children can assemble aspara with their parents and experience the planting journey together
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Share the produce with other family members
Captivating Content
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Informative self-learning videos with great flexibility to learn at your own pace
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Train your children to be in charge of the learning schedule
Mobile App
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Monitor and record the growth of plants, take photos daily to create time-lapse videos
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Helpful planting guidance and tips