Crop Detection and Weed Removal Agriculture Robot

Abstract

Weed management is important thing of modern agriculture, as weeds can significantly impact crop yields, increase production costs, and pose environmental challenges. Weeds are unwanted plants that make race with desirable crops for resources such as nutrients, sunlight and water. It can cause significant damage to crops and other vegetation if left uncontrolled. The use of herbicides to control weeds can result in environmental pollution if not applied properly or if excessive amounts are used. Continuous use of herbicides without proper rotation or alternative weed management strategies can lead to the development of herbicide-resistant weed populations. Weed presence in harvested crops can reduce their quality, making them less marketable. The weed removal robot will be equipped with various sensors to scan the field and detect the presence of weeds. Advanced computer vision algorithms and machine learning techniques are often employed to differentiate between crops and weeds based on color, shape, or other characteristics. Sensors scan the field and capture images or data that are then processed by the processor. The single board computer can be programmed to recognize the visual differences between crops and weeds based on color, shape, or other characteristics. This robot will be equipped with precise actuators, which can include mechanical arms or electric tools. These actuators are used to perform the actual weed removal tasks. The processor controls the weed removal mechanism, which could be a mechanical arm with tools like rotating brushes or blades for physical weed removal