Mechanism and methods for robotic installation of stakes
US12082534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 25, 2023 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J11/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An autonomous all-terrain robot for agricultural industries is designed to install support stakes inground on plant beds while being able to self-navigate. Apparatus and method provide a robot having the ability to perform the actions of navigating between plant beds and to determine a precise location and depth to place each supporting stake. The purpose of the stakes is to support the plants with weak stems. Part of some planting processes require stakes to support a plant as it begins to grow. from a two- or three-week-old plant to a fully mature plant. The presently disclosed subject matter provides a machine that can aid in the planting process of both bell peppers and eggplants and similar crops, used to drive stakes into planting beds. The presently disclosed technology (such as specific robotic device or robot) can work 24/7, weather permitting, while providing an efficient and completely hands-free way to install stakes needed in the planting process.
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