Adaptive Harvesting Cart: A Self-Propelled Solution for Efficient Crop Collection ID: 2024-051
A revolutionary self-driving cart designed to optimize harvesting by reducing manual labor and increasing efficiency.
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Technology Overview
The Adaptive Harvesting Cart is an innovative, self-propelled cart specifically engineered to enhance the harvesting process on small to mid-size farms. Utilizing automatic navigation that responds to the worker's hand movements, this invention aims to alleviate worker fatigue and improve the collection rate of crops that are too delicate or economically unfeasible for mass harvesting machines. It is adaptable for a variety of agricultural settings, including but not limited to, vertical farms and orchards.
Key Advantages
- Significantly reduces manual labor and associated fatigue
- Maintains high precision and simplicity in operation
- Features solar panels, adjustable racks, and an awning for enhanced worker comfort
- Adaptable to various agricultural environments and tasks
Problems Addressed
- High labor costs and inefficiencies in harvesting fragile crops
- Worker fatigue and discomfort during long harvesting periods
- The economic and practical limitations of using mass harvesting machinery on small to mid-sized farms
Market Applications
- Small to mid-size farms focusing on crops requiring delicate handling, such as saffron, cauliflower, and asparagus
- Vertical farming operations seeking to optimize space and efficiency
- Orchards in need of adaptable, efficient harvesting solutions
Additional Information
Technology ID: 2024-051
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Date Published: 07 May, 2025
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