Description
The hitch and PTO unit offers a unique and flexible way to test and improve smart implements including camera-controlled hoeing systems, weed lasers, and robotic weed pickers.
Configurations are tailored to each implement. For camera-controlled hoeing, we use a conveyor belt with distance sensors linked to an oscilloscope. A crop-representative object is placed on the belt to simulate working speed, enabling precise measurement of activation speed, delay, and accuracy. Distance sensors on both the conveyor belt and the hoeing knife detect true activation allowing a detailed view of activation speed, delay and accuracy on each crop plant. Advanced setups allow in-depth testing of AI-based recognition using screens that display simulated or real field data. Each implement benefits from a custom measurement system designed for accurate performance analysis.
What could be offered through this facility?
- Testing of working speed of smart implements
- Calibration testing at increased working speeds for smart implements
- Performance benchmarking under simulated field conditions
- AI recognition validation using real and simulated crop data
- Activation speed and delay analysis for precision tools
- Custom measurement setups tailored to specific implement types
- Integration testing for camera systems, sensors, and robotic components
- Data collection and reporting for implement optimisation
Arable farming
Horticulture
Viticulture