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Robocrop inrow inter-row and inter-plant weeder

Robocrop InRow mechanically controls weeds growing between plants within Overview: Robocrop InRow is based upon the same technology as the successful and well proven Robocrop inter-row precision guidance system. Robocrop InRow uses a digital video camera to capture images of the crop ahead of the toolbar. These images are analysed to find the positions of the individual plants as they pass through the image. This information is then utilised for lateral steering of the hoe and individual synchronisation of the InRow weeder discs. The Robocrop computer is constantly adjusting the rotational...

rows of transplanted salads and leafy vegetables. Disc profile and synchronisation setup is designed to maximise cultivated area and provide adequate tolerance to plant misalignment, in order to minimise crop damage. The tolerance required depends on the growth habit of the crop plants. For crops with regular growth habits the uncultivated area can be very small. 80mm D uncultivated plant zone is common. The ‘film strip’ above, shows the typical path taken by the weeding disc. The unweeded plant zone size can be adjusted via the computer to suit conditions. Performance: A performance of up...

inter-row and inter-plant weeder The InRow Rotors cultivate between the plants and conventional hoe tines complete the job inter row. Robocrop InRow can continue to function even if some plants have grown into one another however for good reliable operation good plant separation is important Robocrop InRow can be switched instantly from Green to Red colour mode. Each camera can view a crop area of up to 2mtr wide. If wider working widths are to be accommodated then more cameras are mounted. Currently a maximum of 6mtrs is practical. For reliable operation the crop must be the more dominant...