The Australian Field Robotics Research Center (ACFR) has been using innovative methods to create modern agriculture.
Previously, it introduced robots that can measure crop yields and collect data on orchard quality. However, its latest project is more ambitious: it creates a robot that can run its own livestock farm.
ACFR has been developing this technology since 2014. The robot is preparing to begin a two-year test next month. The test will be held on several farms in New South Wales, Australia.
During the test, the researchers will train the robot to graze livestock, monitor their health, and ensure that the animals are well fed.
To track the health of the animals, the four-wheeled robot is equipped with a variety of thermal and visual sensors to monitor the body temperature and behavioral changes in real time.
This robot also has a function to detect the quality of pasture.
“We want to improve the health of animals and make it easier for farmers to graze,†says project director Salah Sukkarieh. “This technology is driven by farmers because of their shortage of labor resources and the need for technology. Come help."
In addition, the researchers are preparing to modify the robot software to make it easier to spot sick animals and ensure that the robot can move in harsh terrain such as swamps and hills.
So far, we don't know what the robot will do, but its predecessor, Shrimp, is said to be able to graze 20 to 150 animals.
If the trial is successful, the technology will not only improve the efficiency and organization of the livestock industry, but also better provide better care for sick animals that are often overlooked for long periods of time.
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