Thermoresponsive Hydrogel-Powered Zero-Energy Greenhouse: Intelligent Shading and Water irrigation

Xinrui Wu; Xingyu Liu; Songlin Peng; Caihong Wang; Shuai Tan

doi:10.1039/d6mh00022c

January 1, 2026Materials Horizons

Thermoresponsive Hydrogel-Powered Zero-Energy Greenhouse: Intelligent Shading and Water irrigation

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Share

Key Points

The main goal is to develop a thermoresponsive hydrogel for improving water management and shading in greenhouses under heat stress.
Developed a thermoresponsive poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) hydrogel
Evaluated its performance in water retention and release
Analyzed its effects on greenhouse temperature and water use efficiency.
The hydrogel effectively retained and released water based on temperature changes
Significant reduction in water usage was observed compared to conventional methods
Enhanced temperature control led to better growth conditions for crops.

Implication

Research demonstrates enhanced irrigation and shading in greenhouses, suggesting sustainable horticulture solutions.

Abstract

The compound shocks of heat waves and freshwater scarcity are collapsing the yield potential of protected horticulture. Here we present a thermoresponsive poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) hydrogel (NA-Li) that closes the water and...

Discussion

No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.

Cite This Study

Wu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69cf5eee5a333a821460db59 https://doi.org/10.1039/d6mh00022c

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Share

Thermoresponsive Hydrogel-Powered Zero-Energy Greenhouse: Intelligent Shading and Water irrigation

Key Points

Implication

Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

Thermoresponsive Hydrogel-Powered Zero-Energy Greenhouse: Intelligent Shading and Water irrigation

Key Points

Implication

Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

Keep reading

Keep reading