Agricultural Implement Operator Support Using Reused Control Sequences
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a lack of practical solutions to support operators of agricultural implements during recurring processing operations on the same or similar agricultural areas, requiring manual programming and recording of control sequences for each operation.
Innovation Solution
The method involves recording control information during an initial processing of an agricultural area, which can be reused for subsequent processing, using an electronic data processing device and display unit to georeference and display control measures, allowing for automatic or manual initiation of control measures, and storing this information for later use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If control sequences are manually programmed for each processing operation, then processing can be completed, but the operator's workload and time consumption increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system records control sequences and operational data during the initial processing operation. This preliminary recording action stores the control information in a database, so that during subsequent processing operations, the pre-recorded data can be automatically retrieved and used without requiring manual re-programming, thereby significantly reducing the operator's time consumption and workload
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a digital copy of the control sequences and operational parameters from the initial processing operation. This copied data is stored in the database and can be reused for subsequent processing operations with the same or similar agricultural implements, eliminating the need to manually re-program the same sequences repeatedly
2Ease of operation
If control information is recorded and reused for subsequent processing, then operator support is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic data processing device and database system are designed to serve multiple functions: recording control sequences during initial processing, storing operational data, retrieving relevant information for subsequent operations, and providing operator support. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate specialized systems, thereby limiting the increase in overall system complexity while still providing comprehensive operator support
Solution Approach 2:
The database acts as an intermediary between the initial processing operation and subsequent processing operations. It stores and manages the control sequences and operational data, allowing the system to retrieve and reuse information without requiring direct complex interactions between different processing operations, thereby simplifying the overall system architecture
3Adaptability or versatility
If manual control measures are recorded, then recurring operations can be supported, but the initial setup time and effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary recording of control sequences and operational data during the first processing operation. This one-time preliminary action captures all necessary information, which then becomes available for reuse in subsequent recurring operations, making the initial time investment worthwhile through long-term operational support
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for supporting an operator of an agricultural implement in the cultivation of an agricultural area (102), comprising the steps of: recording control information on control measures implemented by an agricultural implement (20) during initial cultivation of the agricultural area (102), wherein the recording of the control information on the control measures is carried out by an electronic data processing device (16), and using recorded control information on at least individual control measures implemented during the initial cultivation of the agricultural area (102) by an electronic display and control unit (12) in subsequent cultivation of the agricultural area (102) with an agricultural implement (20).