729 research outputs found
Building an Aerial-Ground Robotics System for Precision Farming: An Adaptable Solution
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Disruptive Technologies in Smart Farming: An Expanded View with Sentiment Analysis
Smart Farming (SF) is an emerging technology in the current agricultural landscape. The aim of Smart Farming is to provide tools for various agricultural and farming operations to improve yield by reducing cost, waste, and required manpower. SF is a data-driven approach that can mitigate losses that occur due to extreme weather conditions and calamities. The influx of data from various sensors, and the introduction of information communication technologies (ICTs) in the field of farming has accelerated the implementation of disruptive technologies (DTs) such as machine learning and big data. Application of these predictive and innovative tools in agriculture is crucial for handling unprecedented conditions such as climate change and the increasing global population. In this study, we review the recent advancements in the field of Smart Farming, which include novel use cases and projects around the globe. An overview of the challenges associated with the adoption of such technologies in their respective regions is also provided. A brief analysis of the general sentiment towards Smart Farming technologies is also performed by manually annotating YouTube comments and making use of the pattern library. Preliminary findings of our study indicate that, though there are several barriers to the implementation of SF tools, further research and innovation can alleviate such risks and ensure sustainability of the food supply. The exploratory sentiment analysis also suggests that most digital users are not well-informed about such technologies
Building an Aerial-Ground Robotics System for Precision Farming: An Adaptable Solution
The application of autonomous robots in agriculture is gaining increasing
popularity thanks to the high impact it may have on food security,
sustainability, resource use efficiency, reduction of chemical treatments, and
the optimization of human effort and yield. With this vision, the Flourish
research project aimed to develop an adaptable robotic solution for precision
farming that combines the aerial survey capabilities of small autonomous
unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with targeted intervention performed by
multi-purpose unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). This paper presents an overview
of the scientific and technological advances and outcomes obtained in the
project. We introduce multi-spectral perception algorithms and aerial and
ground-based systems developed for monitoring crop density, weed pressure, crop
nitrogen nutrition status, and to accurately classify and locate weeds. We then
introduce the navigation and mapping systems tailored to our robots in the
agricultural environment, as well as the modules for collaborative mapping. We
finally present the ground intervention hardware, software solutions, and
interfaces we implemented and tested in different field conditions and with
different crops. We describe a real use case in which a UAV collaborates with a
UGV to monitor the field and to perform selective spraying without human
intervention.Comment: Published in IEEE Robotics & Automation Magazine, vol. 28, no. 3, pp.
29-49, Sept. 202
Assessing the advancement of artificial intelligence and drones’ integration in agriculture through a bibliometric study
Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with drones has emerged as a promising paradigm for advancing agriculture. This bibliometric analysis investigates the current state of research in this transformative domain by comprehensively reviewing 234 pertinent articles from Scopus and Web of Science databases. The problem involves harnessing AI-driven drones' potential to address agricultural challenges effectively. To address this, we conducted a bibliometric review, looking at critical components, such as prominent journals, co-authorship patterns across countries, highly cited articles, and the co-citation network of keywords. Our findings underscore a growing interest in using AI-integrated drones to revolutionize various agricultural practices. Noteworthy applications include crop monitoring, precision agriculture, and environmental sensing, indicative of the field’s transformative capacity. This pioneering bibliometric study presents a comprehensive synthesis of the dynamic research landscape, signifying the first extensive exploration of AI and drones in agriculture. The identified knowledge gaps point to future research opportunities, fostering the adoption and implementation of these technologies for sustainable farming practices and resource optimization. Our analysis provides essential insights for researchers and practitioners, laying the groundwork for steering agricultural advancements toward an enhanced efficiency and innovation era
Applications of Emerging Smart Technologies in Farming Systems: A Review
The future of farming systems depends mainly on adopting innovative intelligent and smart technologies The agricultural sector s growth and progress are more critical to human survival than any other industry Extensive multidisciplinary research is happening worldwide for adopting intelligent technologies in farming systems Nevertheless when it comes to handling realistic challenges in making autonomous decisions and predictive solutions in farming applications of Information Communications Technologies ICT need to be utilized more Information derived from data worked best on year-to-year outcomes disease risk market patterns prices or customer needs and ultimately facilitated farmers in decision-making to increase crop and livestock production Innovative technologies allow the analysis and correlation of information on seed quality soil types infestation agents weather conditions etc This review analysis highlights the concept methods and applications of various futuristic cognitive innovative technologies along with their critical roles played in different aspects of farming systems like Artificial Intelligence AI IoT Neural Networks utilization of unmanned vehicles UAV Big data analytics Blok chain technology et
Drone and sensor technology for sustainable weed management: a review
Weeds are amongst the most impacting abiotic factors in agriculture, causing important yield loss worldwide. Integrated Weed Management coupled with the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones), allows for Site-Specific Weed Management, which is a highly efficient methodology as well as beneficial to the environment. The identification of weed patches in a cultivated field can be achieved by combining image acquisition by drones and further processing by machine learning techniques. Specific algorithms can be trained to manage weeds removal by Autonomous Weeding Robot systems via herbicide spray or mechanical procedures. However, scientific and technical understanding of the specific goals and available technology is necessary to rapidly advance in this field. In this review, we provide an overview of precision weed control with a focus on the potential and practical use of the most advanced sensors available in the market. Much effort is needed to fully understand weed population dynamics and their competition with crops so as to implement this approach in real agricultural contexts
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