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Agriculture Robot for Farming Operations

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar R A, Jeevan Reddy

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Agriculture is a critical sector that demands efficient and timely operations to enhance productivity and reduce labor dependency. This paper presents the design and development of a multipurpose agriculture robot capable of performing multiple farming tasks, including soil digging, seed sowing, mud leveling, and water spraying. The robot is designed to operate autonomously or under manual control, ensuring precision and consistency in field activities. Equipped with specialized mechanical components for each function, the system reduces human effort and increases operational efficiency. The soil digging mechanism prepares the land for sowing, while the seed sowing module ensures uniform distribution of seeds. The mud leveller smoothens the soil surface, and the water spraying unit provides controlled irrigation. Integration of these functions into a single mobile platform allows for seamless execution of sequential farming tasks. Experimental results demonstrate the robot’s ability to perform each task effectively, highlighting its potential to enhance agricultural productivity and reduce dependency on conventional labor-intensive methods. The proposed system serves as a step towards modernizing traditional farming practices by combining multiple operations into a single, versatile robotic solution.


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