AUTOMATED CUCUMBER HARVESTING SOLUTION USING MOBILE ROBOTS INTEGRATED WITH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Abstract

This invention presents an automated cucumber harvesting robot system, integrating a tracked locomotion mechanism with a three-degree-of-freedom robotic arm and a specialized two-degree-of-freedom gripping and cutting mechanism to automatically perform the entire process of identifying, approaching, and harvesting cucumbers. The system uses AI-powered cameras to determine the cucumber's position, thereby controlling the X-axis, Z-axis, and rotational movements of the mechanisms to bring the gripping and cutting mechanism to the optimal position. The harvesting process utilizes proximity sensors and current-contact sensors to approach and hold the cucumber. This invention enhances automation, reduces reliance on manual labor, and improves harvesting efficiency in agricultural production.