Agar Agricultural Autonomous Robot by Vladimir Zagorac |
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| DESIGN NAME: Agar PRIMARY FUNCTION: Agricultural Autonomous Robot INSPIRATION: Agar is a universal selfleveling platform for precision agriculture, a tractor replacement, mobile on extremely uneven terrains and under heavy loads. The form was modeled following the latest design tendencies, with strict technical limitations, to match or exceed the standards set by leading companies in the Smart Farming industry. Aesthetics emphasize robustness, dynamics and strength, equally present at any working height of the vehicle that adapts to the terrain, type and height of crop. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The robot can be remotely controlled, programmed to move on a predefined GPS path, and autonomous using obstacle avoidance sensors. Independent battery powered motors on each wheel enable turning in place by reversing the left and right set of wheels. All visible electromechanical parts are protected by the robust constructions of movable and fixed frames. User safety is also ensured by emergency stop buttons in the corners of the vehicle and mechanical safety bumpers. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Wheel motors are protected within a movable leg frame. The main battery pack can be changed by removing a magnetic fascia mask. Additional top battery pack, robotic arm or solar panel can be placed using roof profiles on the main shell. The wheels can be repositioned to the inside, allowing use between crop rows of different distances. The beveled shell gives good clearance, while latest RGB LED signaling lights arranged in a 360 design inform the user on working status and illuminate the path. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The design project lasted for a year, and was implemented in Belgrade, Nis and Boljevac |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Laser cut, pressed and welded steel, Stainless steel and aluminum, powdercoated SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Lenght: 179-222cm, Width: max. 147cm, Height: 137-178cm. Weight: 740kg TAGS: Robot, Autonomous, Universal, Dynamics, Strength, Perseverance RESEARCH ABSTRACT: The design project started in March 2023 using an existing construction of a working prototype, developed by Coming and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Nis. Special attention in the design was devoted to stability of the robot bearing an agricultural machine, since the platform adapts to terrain with slopes of up to 30 degrees in all directions. For this purpose, mounting weights were added to the final solution, considering that the weight of the robot should not have exceeded 750kg. CHALLENGE: The form was developed over a year in iterations, respecting and emphasizing the multi-functionality of the adaptable platform. The creative process included elaboration of the main shell, the roof housing, and the mobile and stationary modular assemblies for multiple uses. The large number of visible components presented a challenge, overcome by using related angles. Directing details, balancing masses and proportions, and positioning of sensors, radar and lidar, was perfected in stages. ADDED DATE: 2024-04-07 20:59:20 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : Vladimir Zagorac IMAGE CREDITS: Images: Vladimir Zagorac Video Credits: Coming, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Nis |
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NAME: Coming, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Niš, FPM Agromehanika PROFILE: Coming is a leading company in the field of system and data center integration, virtualization, business solutions and cloud services for business needs, dealing with the implementation of ERP solutions and the development of its own products. The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Nis is a higher education and scientific institution where studies of the first three degrees are conducted, as well as studies for the innovation of knowledge and professional education. FPM Agromehanika is one of the leading agricultural machinery producers in southeast Europe, with a tradition of more than 60 years. |
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Agar Agricultural Autonomous Robot by Vladimir Zagorac is Winner in Agricultural Tools, Farming Equipment and Machinery Design Category, 2023 - 2024.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Vladimir Zagorac. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Vladimir Zagorac. |
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