American startup Aigen from Seattle has developed an agricultural robot Element, which can move around fields independently and weed it using manipulators. In this respect reported on the company’s website.
The development looks like a drawing board on durable tires that can move around the terrain at a speed of about 4 km / h and run solely on solar and wind power. The robot uses an advanced computer vision system to identify crops and unwanted invasive plants.
Thanks to the two-axis robotic arms, the android can work continuously for 12-14 hours during the daytime and 4-6 hours in the dark or in light to moderate rain. This development is equipped with a lithium phosphate battery, as well as flexible and lightweight solar panels, where it is recharged during operation. The device does not need to be connected to the network.
Element can also provide farmers with statistical and analytical data on irrigation needs and the condition of healthy plants. As part of the project, the initiative was able to raise $7 million, along with additional grant funds from the state of Idaho.
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