Autonomous robots for crop monitoring and protection
Innovative autonomous robots equipped with advanced vision systems for comprehensive crop monitoring and protection, enhancing crop health management and minimizing losses through early pest and disease detection.
Overview
Autonomous robots developed by Viscon Group provide a transformative approach to crop monitoring and protection. These robots utilize advanced vision systems capable of capturing a 270-degree view of plants, allowing for continuous monitoring and early detection of pests and diseases. This capability significantly enhances crop health management, reducing the likelihood of crop loss and enabling better decision-making for farmers.
Technical specifications
- Autonomous navigation: The robots are designed for Level 3 autonomy, navigating through greenhouses to monitor plants regularly.
- Vision systems: Equipped with cameras that provide a comprehensive 270-degree view of the plant, overcoming challenges posed by crop canopy and physical obstructions.
- Data analytics: Proven models for tomato plants from a top-view camera can detect 25 different pests, diseases, and plant characteristics.
- Testing and validation: Future plans include testing in various conditions and lighting scenarios for crops like tomatoes and strawberries, as well as expanding to additional crop types.
Technology readiness level
Currently at TRL 3, the technology has been demonstrated in controlled environments, with ongoing efforts to test and enhance its capabilities under different conditions and crop types.
About Viscon group
Viscon Group is an international, family-owned provider of integrated automation solutions, software, and production technology for the agro and food industries. Founded in 1927, the company specializes in designing, building, and fully integrating end-to-end production processes across sectors such as fresh produce, hatchery operations, warehouse logistics, and plant technology. By combining mechanical engineering with intelligent software systems like MES, WCS, and WMS, Viscon provides a one-stop-shop approach that helps facility managers achieve higher operational efficiency, full traceability, and improved data-driven decision-making. Their solutions span from initial plant laboratory setups to final product handling and dispatch.
By leveraging deep domain expertise in biological and agricultural processes, Viscon partners with growers, packers, and factory managers to optimize production layouts and solve complex logistics challenges. Their collaborative and consultative approach focuses on increasing sustainability and productivity, reducing waste, and minimizing manual labor. Whether through standalone equipment or turnkey facility installations, Viscon supports its global customer base with a dedicated network of service, remote diagnostics, and on-site support, ensuring that systems remain scalable and aligned with evolving business needs.
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