Welcome to FAST Robotics!
The Team[edit | edit source]
FAST Robotics Director[edit | edit source]
Joshua.M.Pearce, PhD, Western University
FAST Robotics Student Researcher[edit | edit source]
Justin Jinchuan Zheng, BESc student, Western University
FAST Robotics Projects[edit | edit source]
Automated Planting and Harvesting in Agrovoltaic Agrotunnels Using Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm[edit | edit source]
The project aims to design and implement an automated system for planting and harvesting crops in agrovoltaic agrotunnels using the Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm. Agrovoltaic systems combine agricultural production with photovoltaic energy generation, maximizing land use efficiency. The Mirobot robotic arm will enhance precision and efficiency in agricultural operations, reducing labor costs and improving productivity.
Objectives:
- Develop a control algorithm for the Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm to perform planting and harvesting tasks.
- Integrate sensors for soil moisture, crop health, and growth monitoring to optimize planting and harvesting schedules.
- Design an interface for real-time monitoring and control of the robotic arm.
- Evaluate the performance of the automated system in terms of precision, efficiency, and crop yield.
Automated Strawberry Harvesting Using Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm[edit | edit source]
This project aims to design and develop an automated system for identifying and harvesting ripe strawberries using the Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm. The system will leverage advanced computer vision techniques and robotic manipulation to autonomously identify ripe, red strawberries from the wall of a vertical farm and accurately harvest them. This project intends to increase the efficiency and precision of strawberry harvesting, reducing labor costs and minimizing damage to the fruits.
Objectives
- Develop an integrated system combining the Mirobot 6-Axis Robotic Arm with a computer vision module for real-time identification and localization of ripe strawberries.
- Implement a robust computer vision algorithm capable of distinguishing ripe strawberries from unripe ones and other plant parts using color and texture analysis.
- Develop a control algorithm for the Mirobot arm to ensure precise and gentle harvesting of the identified strawberries.
- Conduct extensive testing and optimization of the system in a controlled environment to ensure high accuracy and efficiency.
