Robot: Arbus 4000 JAV
Task(s): Autonomous sprayer
Development start: 2008
Pricing: US $6 per hectare on a rental basis (€5.69 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023)
Manufacturer:
Description
The Arbus uses a multifan system that uses a multicontrol spraying system with an intelligent section control; spraying will only take place where there is green mass present. The laser scanning system analyses the environment and produces an intelligent application, adjusted to the size of the plants. This system acts in conjunction with the fan system, activating the fans only for the spraying operation. The system uses electric motors for the fan control. This creates more performance and decreases fuel consumption. Interactive control of the vehicle is possible through a console. A fleet manager can work with several robots at the same time.
Drive train type
Diesel engine
Characteristics
The Arbus 4000 JAV is projected to work with citrus crops; the machine uses a tank with a 4.000 ltr capacity. The steering system and its path planning algorithm allows high manouverability and allows the vehicle to operate in very harsh terrains and conditions.
Navigation system
The robot navigation is based on a two-phase navigation scheme. Primarily, a map of the area will be analysed. The operation will be planned in order to achieve the best possible performance of the vehicle. Once the vehicle is operating, it can use its onboard sensors and software to deal with any uncertainties, like obstacles or moving objects such as animals, vehicles, or persons.
Specifications
| Name robot | Arbus 4000 JAV |
| Dimensions | Length: 5.8m/19ft. Width: 2.2 m/7.2ft. Height @ transport condition: 3.4 m/11.2ft. Height @ Work condition: 4.5 m/ 14.8ft. Track width: 1.8 m/5.9 ft. |
| Turning radius | 4.18 m/13.7ft |
| Weight | 5,600 kg |
| Energy source | Diesel engine |
| Energy stock/range | The combustion engine works together the hydrostatic transmission. The sytem uses electronic control to reduce fuel consumption and maximise traction operation. The diesel tank with 230 liters allows for 20 hours of work |
| Driveline | Intelligent hydrostatic transmission system with independent traction control; integrated with the diesel engine of 132 hp; a hydrostatic hydraulic pump works together with 4 hydraulics motors and 4 gearboxes. |
| Output capacity | Operational capacity depends on the type of phytosanitary treatment adopted. The target is 4 ha per hour with the possibility of up to 6 ha per hour. |
| Navigation system | Based on a two-phase navigation scheme; Primarily, a map of the area will be analysed. The operation will be planned in order to achieve the best possible performance of the vehicle. Once the vehicle is operating, it can use its onboard sensors and software to deal with any obstacles. |
| Pricing | US $6 per hectare on a rental basis (€5.69 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023) |
| Availability (countries) | Undisclosed |
| Units operational (total end 2023) | 2 units |
