====== AOFS Terminology ======

This page defines **key terms and standard concepts** used in the Afritic Open Farming Standard (AOFS).  
It complements the [[glossary:start|Glossary]] by focusing on terminology used for operations, modules, and compliance.

===== Controllers & Layers =====
  * [[architecture:field_controller:start|Field Controller]] – Local controller at the field level that manages irrigation schedules, sensor readings, actuator control, fail-safes, and data logging.
  * [[architecture:farm_controller:start|Farm / Local Controller]] – Aggregates data from multiple Field Controllers, synchronizes configurations, and provides local dashboards.
  * [[architecture:hq_controller:start|HQ / Federated Controller]] – Oversees multiple Farm Controllers, aggregates data for analytics, reporting, and management decisions.

===== Sensors & Monitoring =====
  * [[sensors:start|Sensors Layer]] – Devices and systems that measure soil, water, weather, power, and human input.
  * [[sensors:soil:start|Soil Monitoring]] – Includes soil moisture, temperature, and optional electrical conductivity.
  * [[sensors:weather:start|Weather Monitoring]] – On-site environmental measurements such as rainfall, temperature, humidity, and wind.
  * [[sensors:water:start|Water Monitoring]] – Flow, pressure, and tank level sensors.
  * [[sensors:optical:start|Optical / Camera Monitoring]] – Field cameras for crop documentation and optional AI-assisted analysis.
  * Human Input – Operator-provided observations, crop surveys, harvest data, or external events like fertilizer application.

===== Actuation & Infrastructure =====
  * [[actuation:start|Actuator]] – Device performing a physical action, e.g., valves, pumps, gates.
  * [[hydraulics:start|Hydraulic System]] – Pumps, tanks, pipes, and valves for water distribution.
  * [[electrical:start|Electrical System]] – Power distribution, optional solar integration, and monitoring interfaces.
  * Valves & Pumps – Devices controlled by the Field Controller to regulate water flow and irrigation.

===== Modules & Operations =====
  * [[modules:crop:start|Crop Irrigation Module]] – Core module managing water delivery, soil, and crop conditions.
  * [[modules:poultry:start|Poultry Farming Module]] – Optional module for managing feed, water, and environmental monitoring.
  * [[modules:livestock:start|Livestock / Animal Husbandry Module]] – Tracks veterinary records, feeding, breeding, and production metrics.
  * [[modules:greenhouse:start|Greenhouse / Hydroponics Module]] – Optional module for CO₂, light, nutrient, and water management.
  * [[modules:custom:start|Custom / Third-Party Modules]] – User-defined extensions using standard AOFS interfaces.

===== Operational Concepts =====
  * Local Autonomy – Principle that critical control and monitoring must function even if network connectivity fails.
  * Fail-Safe – Mechanisms ensuring safety of irrigation, water systems, pumps, and energy supply.
  * PUE – Productive Use of Electricity; efficiency metric for energy used in farm operations.
  * Energy-Aware Operation – Optional feature where irrigation and actuation are scheduled based on available energy.
  * Event Prioritization – Operators assign urgency to events, guiding energy-aware scheduling.
  * Data Logging – Timestamped recording of sensor readings, actuator events, and human input.

===== Compliance & Certification =====
  * AOFS Compliance – Deployment adheres to AOFS minimum requirements for safety, monitoring, and operational logic.
  * Certification – Formal validation that a device, module, or deployment meets AOFS standards.
  * Reference Implementation – A sample hardware/software implementation provided to illustrate AOFS-compliant design.

===== Notes =====
  * Terms are **AOFS-specific** and should be used consistently across documentation and deployment manuals.
  * This page is **extendable** for new modules, features, or operational concepts.
  * For detailed definitions of devices and sensors, see [[sensors:start|Sensors]] and [[actuation:start|Actuators]].