Agricultural sample processing and analysis system and related methods

An agricultural sample processing system using image recognition and machine learning improves the precision and efficiency of agricultural operations by accurately classifying and sorting different types of seeds and grains.

WO2025068884A1 Publication Date: 2025-04-03PRECISION PLANTING LLC
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/IB2024/059316
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-07-26
Filing Date
2024-09-25
Publication Date
2025-04-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Current agricultural sample processing systems face challenges in efficiently and accurately analyzing and sorting various types of agricultural samples, particularly in distinguishing between different types of seeds, grains, and other agricultural materials, which affects the precision and efficiency of agricultural operations.

Method used

Agricultural sample processing and analysis system utilizing image recognition technology and machine learning algorithms to classify and sort agricultural samples based on their visual characteristics, enabling precise identification and separation of different types of seeds and grains.

Benefits of technology

Enhances the precision and efficiency of agricultural operations by accurately distinguishing and sorting various agricultural samples, improving the quality and consistency of agricultural processes.

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Abstract

An agricultural sample processing-analysis system includes an analysis apparatus comprising at least one hybrid pump, a plasma torch device, and spectrometer. The hybrid pump includes a deformable diaphragm coupled to a pumping cavity formed in the pump body. A syringe pump operates the diaphragm and is integrated directly into the pump body within an internal pump bore. The syringe pump when actuated displaces pilot fluid which deforms the diaphragm to pump a process fluid such as a sample fluid to the plasma torch where it is ignited to form a plasma. The spectrometer captures spectra data from the plasma and quantifies the concentration of an analyte of agricultural interest in the sample fluid, such as plant nutrients. Additional hybrid pumps used to process the sample fluid and calibrate the spectrometer may be physically and fluidly coupled together in a flow network to collectively form a self-supported housing.
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