Øyvind Overskeid

Papers

Total Citations

164

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About

Øyvind Overskeid is a pioneering researcher in agricultural robotics and precision farming, with a primary focus on autonomous systems for sustainable crop management. His most influential work, "Robotic in-row weed control in vegetables" (2018), has garnered 160 citations, establishing him as a key figure in the development of non-chemical weed management technologies. This paper outlines a robotic platform capable of precisely identifying and removing weeds within crop rows, reducing herbicide use and labor costs while improving yield quality. Overskeid’s contributions extend to environmental monitoring, as demonstrated in his 2014 study on a field robot for autonomous laser-based N2O flux measurements—a niche but critical tool for quantifying greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural soils. Though less cited, this work underscores his commitment to integrating robotics with ecological assessment. His research bridges engineering and agronomy, offering practical solutions for precision agriculture. Overskeid’s achievements highlight the transformative potential of robotics in addressing global food security and environmental challenges, making his work essential reading for students and researchers interested in autonomous systems, sustainable farming, and climate-smart agriculture.