Autonomous agricultural robots are a promising solution to the challenges faced by the agriculture industry, such as increasing food demand and labor shortage. These intelligent machines have the capability to automate repetitive tasks, contributing to the security of food supply. By implementing autonomous technology, the industry can streamline operations and increase productivity.
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Applying Autonomous Technology from Intralogistics to Agriculture
The concept of autonomy has been successfully implemented in the field of intralogistics for several years. This expertise can now be transferred to the agricultural sector, enabling the automation of tasks such as dosing, gripping, adjusting, and placing in both industrial and agricultural settings. Whether dealing with plastic granules, seeds, or harvest yields, the technology can be seamlessly adapted from industrial automation to agricultural technology.
Dunkermotoren’s Smart BLDC Motors: From Intralogistics to Smart Farming
Dunkermotoren has accumulated years of expertise in developing autonomous technologies, and their intelligent BLDC motors with integrated electronics have already found success in the field of intralogistics. With a few adaptations to withstand harsh environmental conditions, these motors can now be applied in the agricultural sector, contributing to the realization of the Smart Farming concept.
Decentralized Controls and Cloud Platforms Enable Autonomous Operations
In order to achieve autonomous execution of tasks, decentralized controls and the integration of cloud-based platforms are essential. Intelligent electric motors with CANopen or Ethernet interface provide crucial data for the robot’s movement. By predefining motion parameters, the robot can react accordingly and perform tasks autonomously.
The programming of the smart Dunkermotoren is done using MotionCode, the control program specifically designed for these motors. MotionCode operates directly on the motor’s integrated electronics, saving valuable space. Programming can be easily done in C, or alternatively, the specialists from Dunkermotoren’s nexofox brand can handle it.
Compact and Robust: Future-Proof Solutions for Agricultural Robotics
In order to meet the future demands of agriculture, it is crucial to develop space-saving and environmentally resilient concepts. The integration of electronics into the motor housing allows the smart Dunkermotors to provide optimal solutions for these requirements. By compactly constructing agricultural robots, the smart Dunkermotors enable efficient usage of limited space while also ensuring durability in harsh environmental conditions. Additionally, the integration of electronics contributes to meeting the rising demands for energy efficiency in the agricultural sector.
The integration of electronics in the motor housing allows for data monitoring and analysis, leading to energy savings. With its steel or aluminum housing and optional coating, the drive achieves a high protection class of up to IP69K, making it ideal for use in stable or field work. Additionally, the electric motors have a high power density, reducing the energy requirements of agricultural robots and saving costs.
Autonomous Agricultural Robots: Ensuring Food Security and Efficiency
The use of autonomous agricultural robots presents a multitude of advantages for the future of farming. These robots contribute to ensuring the availability of food supply, enable efficient handling of labor shortages, and provide solutions for increasing demands in energy efficiency. With the expertise of Dunkermotoren and nexofox, innovative Smart Farming concepts can be developed and implemented. Together, we can achieve resilient and pioneering solutions for the agricultural industry.
