LK-1400 In-situ Multispectral Plant Root Analyzer

The LK-1400 In-situ Multispectral Plant Root Analyzer is primarily based on micro-rhizotron technology and multispectral imaging technology. It enables in-situ observation of roots without disrupting the soil structure and root growth environment. By installing transparent micro-rhizotrons in the soil, a high-definition imaging system captures and analyzes root systems within, allowing for targeted, in-situ observation and research on the growth, death, and distribution (root architecture) patterns of roots, mycorrhizae, and even root nodules. By capturing light signals of various wavelengths, this system acquires the reflectance, transmittance, or emissivity characteristics of roots under different spectral conditions. Through a combination of these multispectral bands, the system can effectively distinguish between living and dead roots, achieving precise discrimination of different root states to meet various research needs. One of its significant advantages is the ability to continuously monitor individual fine roots from birth to death without interfering with their growth process. In conjunction with professional root analysis software, it can quantify root-related indicators, including root length, area, tip count, diameter, distribution patterns, and the number of living and dead roots.

Composition:

The LK-1400 consists of a control unit, a high-definition imaging module, high-definition cables, a positioning ruler, and a positioning handle. This system captures high-resolution images of roots and rhizosphere microorganisms across different seasons. It is robust, durable, lightweight, and portable, equipped with a "Smucker" positioning handle for precise positioning. The system is suitable for micro-rhizotrons installed horizontally, vertically, or at an inclined angle. The accompanying professional image acquisition software facilitates rapid setup, image capture, and ICAP naming. The software adjusts the imaging area based on the diameter of the micro-rhizotron and includes nonlinear calibration functionality to eliminate the curved effect of the micro-rhizotron.

System Features:

• In-situ Monitoring:Continuously monitors individual fine roots from birth to death without disturbing their growth process.
• Multispectral Imaging: Enables detailed imaging of roots under varying lighting conditions.
• High-precision Analysis: Quantifies various root indicators in conjunction with professional root analysis software.
• Real-time Imaging: Provides real-time imaging of living roots, fulfilling qualitative screening and quantitative research objectives. It achieves fast imaging without the need for white balancing, efficiently capturing images.
• Durable and Portable:The instrument is sturdy, lightweight, and portable, equipped with a "Smucker" positioning handle for precise positioning and suitable for various installation angles.
• Wide Applicability: Suitable for research and teaching in disciplines such as agronomy, biology, ecology, cultivation science, and horticulture, as well as in field or greenhouse environments.

Technical Specifications:

1. Imaging Area:360° panoramic imaging, with software automatically cropping images to a standard 27mm × 20mm area.
2. Micro-rhizotron Specifications: Outer diameter 70mm, inner diameter 64mm, wall thickness 3mm; lengths available in 100cm or 200cm (customizable).
3. Micro-rhizotron Material: Imported PMMA with 92% light transmittance (within the visible light range, <0.05% absorption at 3mm thickness), refractive index 1.491; tensile strength of 110 MPa (-40°C) and 72 MPa (30°C).
4. Image Resolution and Format:12 megapixels; JPG format.
5. Imaging Speed: <1 second per image; efficient image capture without the need for white balancing.
6. Image Naming: Follows ICAP naming conventions, including file name, rhizotron number, location, date, time, image set number, and collector.
7. Light Source: Red light 620-625nm, green light 521-524nm, blue light 467-470nm, white light 6000-7000k, and UV 395nm, with a power of 2W.
8. Control Unit:Tablet PC with EU and China product certifications; Windows 10 operating system; 8GB RAM; software-controlled operation for experiments and image acquisition, including date and location tracking, with ICAP naming scheme.
9. Image Output:USB interface.
10. Connection Cables:USB cable, standard length of 1.8 meters.
11. Control Tablet computert: Ruggedized tablet computert with a high-brightness screen foroutdoor use, waterproof and shockproof. Equipped with a 10,000mAh removable lithium battery, it can work continuously for 6 hours.
12. Positioning ruler: made of aluminum, with a standard distance of 20mm between positioning holes; a maximum of 3 positioning rulers can be connected continuously.
13. Positioning handle: classic "Smucker" positioning handle, enabling precise and rapid circular positioning.

Basic Configuration:

Control Tablet computer; HD imaging module, 1.8-meter data cable, positioning ruler, positioning handle, power cord, 10 micro-root tubes made of imported materials; root image analysis software.

Origin and Manufacturer：China Eco-mind