This book deals with different types of greenhouses, materials, structures, advanced control techniques and tendencies that are needed for designing and controlling an advanced greenhouse. The control system is presented as an integral system which covers the explanation of basic and advanced concepts for a real time controller. Also, structural analysis is introduced, whereby mechanical design is regarded as a key factor. The book incorporates simulations and experimental results, and utilizes LabVIEW and ADAMS software. Finally, it provides a perspective on the present state and future of greenhouses globally.

Pedro Ponce, Arturo Molina, Paul Cepeda, Esther Lugo, Brian MacCleery

1 Introduction; 2 State of the Art: Greenhouse and Controls; 3 Greenhouse Fundamentals; 4 Greenhouse Materials and Structures; 5 Greenhouse Automation and Control; 6 Basic Greenhouse control design and implementation; 7 Greenhouse Tomato Production