Ground-based robots are referred to by many terms like autonomous mobile robots (AMR), unmanned ground systems (UGS), unmanned ground robots (UGR), unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), ground drones, mobile robotic platforms.
The key element that unites these terms is that they all refer to ground-based robots that are capable of moving and operating autonomously without human intervention. They are equipped with advanced technologies, the main of which is RTK technology that enable them to navigate in the environment with centimeter-level accuracy and perform various tasks.
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Planting automation systems are used to plant seeds and trees in straight rows with high precision, improving crop yield and reducing waste.
Harvesting robots are designed to harvest crops such as fruits, vegetables, and grains with precision and speed and reduce the need for manual labor.
Field monitoring robots use sensors and cameras to monitor crop health and detect any issues such as pest infestations or disease.
Autonomous sprayers provide consistent and precise application of sprays, reducing human error and ensuring uniform coverage, and increase efficiency through accurate operations, saving time costs.
Weeding robots identify and remove weeds without the need for herbicides, reducing the use of harmful chemicals in farming.
Autonomous fertilizing platforms apply fertilizers and other nutrients to crops, improving soil quality.
If you want to develop an autonomous cleaner or snow plows for clearing snow from a road, or a street sweeper, or garbage robot for waste collection and disposal, <a href=”https://www.ardusimple.com/rtk-in-5-minutes/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>RTK technology</a> enables these robots to create a precise map of the floor space and then navigate it with precision, avoiding obstacles and cleaning in straight lines.
The use of RTK made it possible to automate the cleaning of solar panels from surface contamination.
Construction ground robots with RTK are used for surveying and site preparation to create accurate maps providing a clear and precise view of the site’s topography, contours, and features, measuring distances, angles, and elevations, to prepare the soil for construction, such as grading and leveling the land, or even for applying construction markings at high speed and with high accuracy.
The unmanned ground systems are the the ideal solution for repetitive, time-consuming and labor-intensive tasks in the infrastructure, road and construction industries.
Inspection robots are used to inspect buildings, wind turbines and structures for defects, cracks, corrosion, leaks, or other issues to identify potential problems and provide a detailed analysis of the structure’s condition. Inspection robots are also used to collect data from chemically contaminated, radiated, or inhabitable spaces.
Robotic inspections of wind turbines provide a detailed view of damage and help to identify any issues that need to be addressed, or identify problems with blades, bearings, or other turbine components.
Security robots are used to patrol, to monitor large areas, to feed and alert security personnel in case of any suspicious activity, to grant or deny access to authorized personnel and to inspect areas that are difficult or dangerous for humans to access. Equipped with sensors, the RTK robot can map every detail of the terrain and find the quickest route to perform its mission.
