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| This blueprint is **non-normative** and intended as a **practical, | This blueprint is **non-normative** and intended as a **practical, | ||
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| ===== Functional Purpose ===== | ===== Functional Purpose ===== | ||
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| * Tank outlet feeds irrigation zones by gravity | * Tank outlet feeds irrigation zones by gravity | ||
| + | * **Minimum outlet height prevents complete emptying** to maintain tank stability | ||
| * Isolation valve allows manual control | * Isolation valve allows manual control | ||
| * Overflow routed safely to drainage or secondary container | * Overflow routed safely to drainage or secondary container | ||
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| * AOFS control can read tank level for irrigation scheduling | * AOFS control can read tank level for irrigation scheduling | ||
| * Controller can enforce a minimum water level to ensure the tank remains gravity-stable against wind forces | * Controller can enforce a minimum water level to ensure the tank remains gravity-stable against wind forces | ||
| + | * Controller may connect to global weather forecasts when internet is available | ||
| + | * High wind or storm warnings trigger alerts to the operator | ||
| + | * Controller can temporarily fill or maintain tank level to prevent tipping during forecasted high winds | ||
| + | * Irrigation may be suspended or modified to reduce risk to infrastructure | ||
| * Manual bypass always available — irrigation continues even if electronics are offline | * Manual bypass always available — irrigation continues even if electronics are offline | ||
| ===== Versioning Note ===== | ===== Versioning Note ===== | ||
| - | * This design is **simple and locally adjustable**, | + | * This design is **simple and locally adjustable**, |
| - | * Builders may adapt frame dimensions, tank placement, or assembly method according to available steel, tools, and skills. | + | * Builders may adapt frame dimensions, tank placement, or assembly method according to available steel, tools, and skills |
| - | * Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained. | + | * Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained |
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