Smart agriculture; the autonomous farming vehicle; artificial intelligence; agricultural harvesting robots, deep learning
TP 01: Use AI-systems (machine learning, deep learning and neural network approaches) to accelerate the digitisation in the agri-food sector
1. Topic 1: Design of an artificial intelligence-based fruit harvesting robot:
Designing an AI-based fruit harvesting robot is crucial for enhancing efficiency and reducing labor costs in the agriculture industry. These robots operate using artificial intelligence technologies such as image processing, machine learning, and autonomous control systems.
Primarily, they are equipped with fruit recognition and ripeness detection capabilities. Image processing algorithms accurately identify the types, sizes, and ripeness statuses of fruits, optimizing the harvesting process.Machine learning algorithms enable the robot to adapt to variable conditions in its surroundings. For instance, the fruit harvesting robot can be trained to recognize various fruit types and differentiate fruits of different shapes and colors.Autonomous control systems allow the robot to navigate effectively in the field and harvest fruits carefully. These systems typically process sensor data in real-time, enabling the robot to perceive obstacles in its environment and maneuver safely.The design of AI-based fruit harvesting robots holds significant potential for increasing sustainability and optimizing productivity in the agriculture sector. By reducing labor costs, these robots can provide significant economic benefits to farmers while also helping to minimize the environmental impact of agriculture.
Ankara University Faculty of Agriculture, which joined to Turkish higher education with a new discipline and approach in 1948, has made many contributions to the development of nation’s agriculture; played important roles in education of Agriculture Engineers and many highly qualified scientists. Beginning from its first establishment, more than
20.000 engineers graduated from the faculty, and thousands of research papers, theses and articles were published.
Today, with more than 500 decares of the campus land, research and application farms, research stations, experienced academic and administrative staff, Ankara University Faculty of Agriculture is the leading education and research institution of Turkey.
