Abstract: A device is provided that includes a shovel blade and one or more handle elements, wherein the shovel blade may fold together with the one or more handle elements for portability such that the person carrying the portable shovel on their back is shielded from the handle elements of the shovel poking or injuring them if they should fall down while carrying the portable shovel.

Abstract: An agricultural planter is operable in a travel direction and a travel velocity and configured to dispense seeds into a furrow formed within an agricultural surface. An adjustment assembly is for the agricultural planter and includes a bracket configured to be coupled to a frame of the agricultural planter and a debris cleaner coupled to the bracket. The debris cleaner is configured such that during operation of the agricultural planter the debris cleaner has, relative to the travel direction, a leading edge and a trailing edge. The debris cleaner is movable such that a distance between the leading and trailing edges in the travel direction is adjustable.

Abstract: A boom suspension system may comprise a center frame operably connected to a main frame with linkages configured for vertical movement. A sensor may be operably connected to a pair of boom structures, which may extend laterally outward from opposing sides of the center frame. A controller may be configured to receive input data from the sensor and determine forces or flow rate to tilt cylinders, which may be coupled between each boom structure and the center frame. Each tilt cylinder may be operably connected to a hydraulic circuit, which may comprise a flow control mode and a pressure control mode determined by the controller. The hydraulic circuit may comprise a first set of valves in parallel with a second set of valves. Each set of valves may comprise a solenoid valve in series with a pressure regulating valve and a pressure sensor disposed on either side of each solenoid valve.

Abstract: Disclosed is a ground working apparatus comprising a ground working apparatus having: a frame having a plurality of wheels attached; at least one removable ground working attachment supported directly or indirectly by the frame; a means which is adapted to move the at least one removable ground working attachment between a storage configuration and a ground working configuration; and a vehicle connection means; the apparatus configured such that when in use and when connected to a vehicle via the vehicle connection means movement of the attached vehicle causes the attached apparatus to move in the same direction as the attached vehicle and if the at least one removable ground working attachment is in or is moved to the ground working configuration this results in the at least one removable ground working attachment working the ground it engages with.

Abstract: Gearbox device for an agricultural machine comprising a primary shaft, a secondary shaft, at least one intermediate shaft, and a motion transmission element moveable between at least two operating positions in which it sets up intermeshing drive lines between the primary shaft and the secondary shaft with different gear ratios, at least one of the drive lines incorporating the intermediate shaft, the motion transmission element passing through at least one neutral position during its movement between the at least two aforementioned operating positions, wherein the gearbox device comprises a manually-operated pivoting means that makes it possible to make at least one of the primary, secondary, and intermediate shafts pivot around its rotation axis when the motion transmission element is in the neutral position.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus for facilitating managing cultivation of crops based on monitoring the crops. Further, the apparatus comprises an apparatus body, cameras, light sensors, a processing unit, and a communication interface. Further, the cameras generate a measurement of a crop and a field portion. Further, the light sensors generate an environment measurement of an environment of the apparatus. Further, the processing unit analyzes the environment measurement, determines a factor affecting the measurement, and generates a calibrating factor for the cameras. Further, the calibrating factor facilitates compensating the affecting of the factor in the measurement. Further, the cameras calibrate a camera parameter of the cameras based on the calibrating factor to generate the measurement. Further, the processing unit analyzes the measurement and generates a status of the crop. Further, the communication interface transmits the status to a device.

Abstract: A method includes receiving a machine data set; determining a respective soil strength measurement; processing the respective soil strength measurement to generate a recommendation including an executable agricultural prescription; and storing the executable agricultural prescription. A computing system includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the computing system to: receive a machine data set; determine a respective soil strength measurement; process the respective soil strength measurement to generate a recommendation including an executable agricultural prescription; and store the executable agricultural prescription.

Abstract: The present invention describes an automatic propagation material sampling system, a propagation material sampling automation process and propagation material sampling equipment. More specifically, the present invention comprises a machine for anti-contaminating captation of propagation material samples in a non-destructive way, that is, maintaining the ability of subsequent propagation of the sampled propagation material, transports and tracks the sample without its contamination with residues of other materials, as well as tracks samples with desirable characteristics. The present invention is located in the fields of agronomic engineering and automation engineering, focused on the area of sample testing automation.

Abstract: This document shows a seed furrow opener, comprising a seed furrow opener arm (22), and a pair of seed discs (25) rotatably connected to the seed furrow opener arm (22) via at least one shaft unit (24). Each of the seed discs (25) has a respective geometric rotational axis. The rotational axes are non-parallel to each other, so that a mutual distance between the peripheries of the seed discs (25) is non-constant. The seed furrow opener has a continuous cut-out (221) formed in the seed furrow opener arm (22) for mounting the shaft unit (24), a slot (2221, 2222) extending from the cut-out (221) to a periphery (220) of the seed furrow opener arm (22), and a clamping device (224a, 224b; 225a, 225b), arranged to compress the slot (2221, 2222), so that the shaft unit (24) is clamped in the cut-out (221).

Abstract: Air seeders that have force actuators acting on the firming implement and/or the closing wheel to adjust the downforce. In one example, the seeding implement includes a support arm having first and second portions. A finning implement support arm is pivotally connected to the support arm second portion at a first pivot at a first end of the finning implement support arm. A firming implement force actuator is pivotally connected to the support arm second portion at a first end of the firming implement force actuator and connected to the firming implement support arm at the second end of the firming implement force actuator.

Abstract: Air seeders that have force actuators acting on the firming implement and/or the closing wheel to adjust the downforce. In one example, the seeding implement includes a support arm having first and second portions. A finning implement support arm is pivotally connected to the support arm second portion at a first pivot at a first end of the finning implement support arm. A firming implement force actuator is pivotally connected to the support arm second portion at a first end of the firming implement force actuator and connected to the firming implement support arm at the second end of the firming implement force actuator.

Abstract: A sensor system on the closing wheels of an agricultural planter detects rotational speed of the closing wheels, and generates a signal corresponding to the rotational speed. If the speed is below an optimum or preset speed, the operator is notified that the wheels are not rotating properly or have stopped rotating, thereby indicating improper closing of the seed furrow after the seed is planted in the furrow. A sensor system provides a method of monitoring the function of the closing wheels and generating a signal corresponding to the rotational status of the closing wheels.

Abstract: A singulating meter apparatus comprising a seed disc operative to be rotated in a housing about a disc rotational axis with inner and outer rows of seed apertures defined by the seed disc. A singulator is arranged to protrude from an outer and inner side of both paths. A seed output port is operative to receive seeds from the seed apertures in the inner and outer aperture rows. In a single mode both rows are dispensed into a single seed conduit, and in a dual mode the seeds from each row are dispensed into individual conduits. A seed counting sensor is mounted on the seed output port counts the seeds passing through the seed output port in both the inner and outer seed conduits. A four row disc is also provided that as well has dual and single options.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an agricultural implement for applying fertilizer beneath the surface of the soil. The implement has a main frame for connecting the agricultural implement to agricultural equipment. A swing arm is pivotally connected to the main frame. An adjustable actuator interconnects the swing arm to the main frame to control the movement of the swing arm with respect to the main frame. A pair of discs are mounted to the free end of the swing arm for rotation with respect to the swing arm. The discs are offset mounted with respect to one another and are angled outwardly with respect to the direction of travel of the implement. The discs form grooves for receipt of fertilizer. Fertilizer tubes are mounted to the swing arms adjacent the discs. The fertilizer tubes deposit fertilizer in the grooves formed by the discs.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for optimizing a particle size of slow-release nitrogen fertilizer oxamide particles for single basal fertilization, which comprises the following steps: measuring a pH value of the soil in a region; measuring an organic matter content OM of the soil, with a unit of g.kg?1; measuring a total nitrogen content TN of the soil, with a unit of g.kg?1; collecting an average temperature T at a 10 cm depth of the soil in a rice growing season in the region, with a unit of ° C.; and for a rice variety with a growth duration of D, with a unit of day, calculating a diameter of slow-release nitrogen fertilizer oxamide particles for single basal fertilization that matches a nitrogen requirement in the rice growth duration by using a formula.

Abstract: A work machine comprises, a drive source, a working unit that includes a rotary member rotated by the drive source and performs a predetermined work by rotation of the rotary member, and a control unit that controls the drive source so that output of the rotary member partially takes different values in one rotation of the rotary member.

Abstract: Systems and techniques for compensating for the forces exerted on the autonomous lawn mower exerted by operating on a sloped region to be mowed are provided herein. In some examples, such systems and techniques may include receiving a coverage plan of an area to be mowed that includes a sloped region, determining, based on data for the one or more sensors, an orientation of the autonomous lawn mower and determining a slope force to compensate for the slope on which the autonomous lawn mower is operating. The slope force is then converted into signals to generate torques at one or more wheels to compensate for the slope.

Abstract: Aspects relate to an autonomous ground working vehicle. The vehicle has a chassis, wheels coupled to the chassis, a motor housing coupled to the chassis, a tool motor, and a tool. The motor housing defines a motor cavity extending in an axial direction and has a first inner housing portion having a first helical thread about the motor cavity and a second inner housing portion having a second helical thread about the motor cavity that engages the first helical thread. The first inner housing portion has a motor mounting surface and is axially translatable relative to the chassis and rotatably fixed relative to the chassis. The second inner housing portion is rotatable relative to the chassis and axially fixed relative to the chassis. The tool motor is fixed to the motor mounting surface and has an output shaft extending in a first direction. The tool is fixed to the output shaft.

Abstract: A cutting system for a harvesting header includes a transversely extending cutter bar, a transversely extending knife back, a knife section mounted to the knife back having a knife edge extending generally in a forward direction, a knife guard component having a front guard portion and a rear portion interconnected by a medial portion having a recess. The medial portion is configured for receiving a lengthwise portion of the knife back with the knife section being received into, and the knife section is operable to move transversely into and out of a cutting slot in the front guard portion. A hold down component is located between an upper surface of the rear portion of the knife guard component and an underneath surface of the cutter bar, and an attachment mechanism is operable to secure the knife guard component and the hold down component to the underneath surface of the cutter bar.

Abstract: This specification describes improvements to cutting blades and a cutting blade assembly. In some forms the cutting blade includes an upturn with an upturn radial angle which is non-parallel to a reference axis.

Abstract: A riding lawn care vehicle may include a frame, a steering assembly, caster wheels and a drive assembly. At least a first drive wheel and a second drive wheel of the riding lawn care vehicle are attachable to the frame. The steering assembly is configured to facilitate turning of the riding lawn care vehicle based on drive speed control of the first and second drive wheels. The caster wheels are configured to support unpowered rotation about a wheel axis that extends substantially parallel to the ground and rotation about a spindle axis that is substantially perpendicular to the ground. The drive assembly is configured to be selectively placed in a disengaged state in which rotation about the spindle axis and the wheel axis is uninhibited, and an engaged state in which the caster wheels are at least partially inhibited with respect to rotation about both the wheel axis and the spindle axis.

Abstract: An electric terrain working vehicle having a parking brake actuated in response to an operator presence system detecting the presence of, or the absence of, an operator in relation to the electric terrain working vehicle. The operator presence system may send a signal to a controller and the controller may command the actuation of the parking brake between an engaged stated and a disengaged state.

Abstract: A work machine wherein motive power of a drive part is transmitted to an operation part through a shaft, the shaft being inserted into a cylindrical part and supported by a plurality of bearing members. In the cylindrical part, the plurality of bearing members are disposed on the node side of vibration generated in the shaft or the cylindrical part.

Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring the distribution of residue material from a spreader tool of an agricultural machine including a first sensor with a sensing region defining a first sensing boundary corresponding to a first direction with respect to the agricultural machine, a second sensor with a sensing region defining a second sensing boundary corresponding to a second direction with respect to the agricultural machine, and using the sensing data from the first and second sensors to determine a distribution of residue material associated with the spreader tool. One or more systems of the agricultural machine are then controlled based on the determined distribution.

Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring the distribution of residue material from a spreader tool of an agricultural machine including receiving image data from an imaging sensor indicative of a residue material spread by the spreader tool within a sensing region rearwards of the agricultural machine and where one or more image transformations are applied to image data to generate an enhanced image of the distribution of the residue material including colour, distortion and/or correction transformations for generating an enhanced image for view by an operator of the machine and controlling a user interface associated with the agricultural machine to provide an indicator indicative of the enhanced image which is easily interpreted.

Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring the distribution of residue material from a spreader tool of an agricultural machine including a sensor, preferably a LIDAR or other scanning transceiver-type sensor mounted or otherwise coupled to the machine and orientated with a sensing region pointing rearwards of the agricultural machine, where operational data indicative of an operational parameter of the spreader tool is obtained and used to control operation of the sensor.

Abstract: A harvested material tank of a harvester is disclosed. The harvested material tank comprises a tank expansion formed from a plurality of movable elements. At least one of the plurality of movable elements includes at least one access flap that, when in an open position, offers access for a user to the interior of the harvested material tank.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for automatically controlling a position of a reel relative to wing of an agricultural header in response to movement of the wing are disclosed. In some instances, a position of the reel, such as a portion of the reel, is located at a different position relative to the wing based on an amount of articulation of the wing, such as an amount of angular displacement of the wing relative to a datum, such as a center frame of the header.

Abstract: An agricultural method for automatically controlling a position of a harvesting implement of an agricultural harvester, where the harvesting implement may be movably supported relative to a chassis of the agricultural harvester, and where a cab may be movably supported relative to the chassis, may include receiving inertial movement data from an implement-based inertial measurement unit (IMU) supported on the harvesting implement and inertial movement data from a vehicle-based IMU supported on at least one of the cab or the chassis of the agricultural harvester. The method may further include determining a relative movement parameter of the harvesting implement relative to the at least one of the cab or the chassis based at least in part on the inertial movement data. Additionally, the method may include controlling an operation of an implement actuator based at least in part on the relative movement parameter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cutting unit (2) for attachment to the height-adjustable intake duct (6) of a harvester (4). In order to improve the sensor-supported height guidance of cutting units, it is proposed to provide at least one additional load sensor (26) which measures the load (28) with which the cutting unit (2) loads the intake duct (6), in order to calculate a height-control-relevant signal (32) from the transmitted sensor values (25) of the distance sensor (18) and the load sensor (26) via an evaluation device (24), which signal (32) is transmitted to the interface (34).

Abstract: A sieve assembly for an agricultural harvester includes a cleaning shoe having a pair of opposed side rails, and a sieve which is removably installed within the cleaning shoe at a selected location against the side rails. The sieve has an upstream end defining a first angled surface, and a downstream end defining a second angled surface. The cleaning shoe includes a first engagement surface for engaging the first angled surface, and a pair of bolts, with each of the bolts being pivotally attached relative to a respective one of the side rails and engageable with a respective second angled surface. Each of the bolts has a longitudinal axis that is positioned at an acute angle (?) relative to the side rails of the cleaning shoe and biases the first angled surface into engagement with the first engagement surface when the bolts are tightened against a respective second angled surface.

Abstract: A sieve for use in an agricultural harvester includes a framework with a pair of opposed side members. A plurality of overlapped louvres extend between the pair of opposed side members and are overlapped relative to each other. The opposed side members are each comprised of an extruded metal side member with a partially open elongate channel having a predefined cross section, and a polymeric strip having a mating cross section carried within the elongate channel.

Abstract: A sieve for use in an agricultural harvester includes first and second adjustment laths arranged longitudinally adjacent to each other. The first and second adjustment laths are movable in fore and aft directions relative to an air flow direction (Y) through the sieve. The first adjustment lath is connected with a first set of louvres and the second adjustment lath is connected with a second set of louvres. An adjustment arrangement for adjusting an offset spacing (X) between first and second sets of louvres includes a rotatable elongate element with a longitudinally facing stepped shoulder and a stop surface. The elongate element is connected with each of the first and second adjustment laths. The stepped shoulder includes a plurality of stepped surfaces which are selectively engagable with the at least one stop surface. The stepped surfaces respectively define incremental offset spacings (X) between the first and second set of louvres.

Abstract: A sieve for use in an agricultural harvester includes a framework with a pair of opposed side members, and a first cross member extending between the side members at one end of the side members. A plurality of louvres extend between the pair of opposed side members. A pair of adjustment laths are respectively associated with and movable generally parallel to the side members, with each of the adjustment laths also being connected with the plurality of louvres. The sieve has an adjustment arrangement positioned below the plurality of louvres. The adjustment arrangement includes an actuator and a frame. One end of the actuator is connected to the first cross member and the other end of the actuator is connected to the frame. The frame has a pair of outboard ends with each of the outboard ends being connected to a respective one of the adjustment laths.

Abstract: Adjustable screen comprising scales (1) consisting of teeth (1.1) interspersed with bases (1.2), an inclined tab (1.3) on the rear portion and a channel (1.4) between the inclined tab (1.3) and teeth (1.1) for the introduction of the shafts (3.1) for moving the scales, the teeth (1.1) being fluted and the bases (1.2) being flat. It also comprises partitions (2.1) fastened at the ends (2.2) between the sides (2.3) of the structure of the screen (2) and a mechanism for adjusting the scales (3) made up of shafts (3.1) rotating in orifices (2.6) of the sides (2.3) of the structure of the screen (2). After the orifices (2.6), the shafts (3.1) have an S-shaped bend (3.2) for introduction into the orifices (3.4) of the ruler (3.3) in the outer face of the side of the screen (2.3). The end (2.2) has an orifice (2.7) on which a spindle (3.5) with a rotating lever (3.6) is mounted. An elastic part (3.8) flanked by protective elements (3.7) is mounted on the spindle (3.5).

Abstract: A baler for forming a bale of crop material includes a plurality of walls defining a bale chamber. A drive roller and a plurality of idler rollers are disposed in the bale chamber. At least one baling belt contacts the drive roller and the plurality of idler rollers. A bale engagement roller is rotatable about a bale engagement roller axis. The bale engagement roller is positioned to directly engage crop material in the bale chamber. An actuator is coupled to the bale engagement roller. The actuator translates the bale engagement roller in a direction perpendicular to the bale engagement roller axis.

Abstract: An electric trimmer has an electric motor and power source, a pair of blade plates, at least one of which is connected to an oscillator mechanism in the electric motor, and a pair of guard plates disposed one on each side of the at least one of the pair of blade plates, the guard plates hosting a matching radial or linear pattern of slots having a uniform spacing, a uniform slot width, the slots breaking out past at least one edge of the guard plates, the guard plates, in assembly, creating a gap space there between. One or more operators may insert branches having buds or flowers thereon through any one of the matching slots in the slot pattern, the branch oriented orthogonal to the blade set with the blade plates oscillating to harvest the buds or flowers within the gap space.

Abstract: An indoor gardening appliance includes a plant support frame defining a plurality of apertures for supporting one or more plant pods above a collection reservoir that collects excess water. A pump recirculates water from the collection reservoir onto the plant support frame where it is distributed among plants through distribution channels. A light assembly is positioned above the plant support frame and selectively illuminates the plant support frame based on ambient lighting conditions as measured by a light sensor.

Abstract: Various implementations disclosed herein include a lighting system that includes a power supply and a lighting fixture coupled to the power supply, the lighting fixture comprising a determined number of removable emitting surfaces, wherein the lighting system satisfies a target PPFD at a canopy of a plant bed having a specified area and a specified mounting height of the determined number of emitting surfaces above the canopy, the determined number of emitting surfaces is determined based on at least the target PPFD, the specified area, and the specified mounting height, a system wattage supplied by the power supply is determined based on at least the determined number, the target PPFD, the specified area, and the specified mounting height, and a spacing between each of the emitting surfaces is determined based on at least the determined number and the specified mounting height.

Abstract: Physiological processes in plants are regulated and reinforced, and crop vitality, yield, quality and post-harvesting storage life are improved. A plant vitalizer that includes a cellooligosaccharide is applied to the plants.

Abstract: Physiological processes in plants are regulated and reinforced, and crop vitality, yield, quality and post-harvesting storage life are improved. A plant vitalizer containing an amino acid or its salt and an oligosaccharide is applied to plants.

Abstract: The rotating plant pot is a device whereby plants of varying sizes can be grown indoors with a balanced appearance and growth. The plant pot is stationed on an elevated plane for viewing pleasure, and the weight of the pot, plant, and any soil, is centered on an axle on said table. This design decreases the amount of torque needed to rotate even a large plant, such that it can be done manually by the gardener, or a motor can be installed which can spin the plant at a constant or varying rate. Vertical towers extend from the base of the pot to the surface level to secure plant fences, which can hold the plant upright and assist the plant's vertical growth. The disclosure additionally includes a spring configured with a predetermined spring constant to unwind and rotate the pot according to the adjustable rotation rate.

Abstract: An interengageable container and method including a bottom container and at least two top containers, each container including: (1) a bottom portion having outer edges; at least four tapered sidewalls attached to, and rising outwards of, the bottom portion, each of the least four tapered sidewalls having (a) a top edge parallel to each other and extending laterally outward of (b) a respective outer edge of the bottom portion from which they are attached at (c) respective lower edges, and (d) inner corners at each intersection of adjacent ones of the at least four tapered sidewalls.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a plant climbing column, comprising a climbing column body, in which a receiving hole is arranged, and at least one end of the receiving hole is open; a connecting component, arranged at the open end of the receiving hole so that the connecting component is detachably connected to the climbing column body. The connecting component can enclose the open end of the receiving hole. The present invention can improve the convenience for the use of plant climbing columns.

Abstract: The present invention is enclosed in the area of raised beds. It is therefore an object of the present invention a modular structure (1) for a raised bed characterised in that it comprises at least one lower container (3), at least one upper container (2), and means for supplying water (4) to the at least one upper container, wherein: each upper container is suitable for planting or composting, is perforated (22) and is arranged over a lower container, such that at least one upper container is provided on and covers a top opening (31) of the lower container (3) and thereby a liquid within the at least one upper container drips (5) to such lower container by action of gravity, each lower container is configured to store water, and the means for supplying water are configured to bring water from a lower container on to each upper container. Such structure therefore provides for an autonomous system, which maintains unused water and nutrients, which are transported with the water, within the system.

Abstract: A plant cover apparatus includes a bag having an interior encompassed by a wall that extends from a top end of the bag and tapers inwardly to a bottom end of the bag. The bottom end includes a rim that laterally circumscribes a plant-receiving opening formed through the bag. The bag has a slot that extends vertically from the opening through the wall. The slot includes opposed margins having cooperatively interlocking parts that can temporarily be joined and separated to increase the size of the opening. The bag may be vertically suspended from a support member positioned next to the plant. An exterior perimeter of the bag may be rigid enough to help the bag maintain its shape when suspended.

Abstract: A clog resistant online vortex emitter assembly and method uses a double-sided circuit and a series of vortex chambers of optimized dimensions to create a pressure drop with large dimensions and good clog resistance. The vortex emitter allows for pressure regulation without moving parts and includes a unitary body having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface and a multi-lumen flow channel providing fluid communication between the first surface and the second surface, wherein said unitary body is a double-sided circuit with a plurality of vortex chambers with lumens aligned in series. The vortex chamber includes an inlet region, a power nozzle, an interaction region and a throat, the inlet region is in fluid communication with the interaction region through the power nozzle. The plurality of vortex chambers includes dimensions to create a pressure drop and be attached to an outer surface of an irrigation tube.

Abstract: An irrigation system having a reservoir with self-sealing openings is provided. The reservoir may comprise a body having an outer surface and a cavity for storing fluid. The reservoir may also include a plurality of self-sealing openings on the outer surface and configured to move between a first configuration in which the self-sealing openings are closed and a second configuration in which the self-sealing openings are open and permit fluid to release from the cavity to a target zone. The self-sealing openings are in the first configuration when a fluid pressure in the reservoir is at least one of zero pressure or negative pressure and the self-sealing openings are in the second configuration when the fluid pressure in the reservoir is a positive pressure relative to an external pressure.

Abstract: The present invention teaches an irrigation motor and gearset which include an enveloping worm drive gearbox for use with a mechanized irrigation machine. According to a preferred embodiment, the system of the present invention may include a gearbox which includes a worm drive and a reduction assembly. According to a preferred embodiment, the worm drive preferably includes a worm shaft, a worm, a first gear wheel, and a first wheel shaft. Preferably, the worm shaft and the first wheel shaft are oriented orthogonally to each other. According to a further preferred embodiment, the worm drive of the present invention is preferably a double enveloping worm drive with the worm and the first gear wheel each being throated, mated and fully enveloped gears.

Abstract: An irrigation controller includes an electrical circuit suitable for receiving incoming power of either AC or DC voltage and operating valves of either AC or DC type. The electrical circuit has a power supply module, a driver and a microcontroller. The power supply module is arranged to convert the incoming power to DC voltage that is supplied into the electrical circuit. The driver includes outgoing ports that are connected to an irrigation valve coupled to the irrigation controller, and the microcontroller is arranged to control activation of the valve via the driver.