Final project
My project is based on research work carried out in my own FabLab TIDD LAB in the field of smart agriculture.
I have therefore highlighted some issues related to our work to which I will have to propose solutions throughout my course at the Fab Academy on my various missions each week. I was particularly interested in the issues related to sowing seeds in agriculture.
Some issues related to sowing¶
1. Sowing precision
Achieving even and precise seed distribution across the entire planting area is often a challenge. With conventional methods we are often faced with uneven spacing of plants, influencing crop growth and yield.
2. Soil compaction
The use of large agricultural equipment, such as tractors and mechanical seeders, can cause soil compaction, compromising its structure. Finding solutions to minimize this impact and preserve soil health is a major concern.
Solutions¶
To resolve these issues and optimize seed sowing, aiming to increase efficiency and promote sustainable agriculture, I decided to make a sowing robot.
My research on sowing robots allowed me to come across the project (Mobile Agricultural Robot Swarms)MARS
This allowed me to imagine the concept of my sowing robot which I named SeedBot.
