Robot: Solix
Task(s): detect and spray weeds
Development start: 2018
Pricing: US $50,000 plus monthly proportional fee (€47,450 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023)
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Description
Solix moves throughout the field day and night without trampling the rows of plant and plots action maps based on the conditions of each plant. This makes it possible to use smaller machines to spray only the areas that need it. Chemical inputs, such as pesticides and fertilisers, can be optimised by as much as 30%, while the optimisation of insecticides can reach 90% through early identification of pests. Solix is powered by solar energy and can operate for three days in the absence of sunlight. Whole field analysis through plant-by-plant monitoring.
Drive train type
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Navigation system
The platform uses two driving methods. Either RTK-gps to follow previously programmed lines or cameras and vision to identify where the crop is and directs the Solix to the planting lines. This driving is directed by Alice AI, which identifies the most efficient path.
Specifications
| Name/type robot | Solix |
| Dimensions | Length 2.50 m, width 2.00 m |
| Turning radius | – |
| Weight | 200 kg |
| Energy source | Solar powered batteries |
| Energy stock/range | Limitless due to solar panels. It can operate for up to three days without recharging, in the absence of sunlight |
| Driveline | – |
| Navigation system | RTK-gps, cameras |
| Output capacity | Up to 400 acres per week |
| Pricing | US $50,000 plus monthly proportional fee (€47,450 according to the exchange rate of 01-11-2023) |
| Availability (countries) | Canada, the US and Brazil |
| Units operational (total end 2023) | 16 |
