Robot: AX-1
Task(s): Detecting and eliminating weeds in row crops
Development start: 2010
Pricing: €120,000 (US $126,444 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023)
Manufacturer:
Description
AX-1 is an autonomous farming robot that uses deep-learning neural networks to navigate through crops to detect weeds and drop a precise amount of herbicide directly onto each weed without contaminating the crop or soil.
Its single-drop technology reduces herbicide use by 95%. The robot can detect seed leaves of weeds and apply micro droplets of herbicide with a 6×6 mm spraying resolution. The learning platform is trained to differentiate between the appearance of intertwined crops and their weeds. Kilter AX-1 enables intra-row weeding, even in sown crops that are notoriously difficult to weed. The robot is robust and lightweight, with a gross weight of only 260 kg.
Drive train type
Hybrid
Characteristics
Kilter developed AI to identify weed and spray micro-droplets of herbicide with millimetres precision (Single Drop Technology).
Navigation system
RTK-GPS and vision technology.
Specifications
| Name robot | Kilter AX-1 |
| Dimensions | Length : 2.1m/6.9ft. Width : 1.5m/4.9ft. Height: 2.1m/6.9ft (adjustable). Track width: 1.45m/4.8ft |
| Turning radius | 1.5-2.1m/4.9-6.9ft |
| Weight | 260 kg |
| Energy source | Hybrid |
| Energy stock/range | Approximately 7 hours |
| Driveline | Hybrid |
| Navigation system | RTK GPS and vision technology |
| Output capacity | Up to 0,5 ha per hour |
| Pricing | €120,000 (US $126,444 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023) |
| Availability | Europe |
| Units operational (total end 2023) | 30 |
