Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom by Vladimir Zagorac

Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom by Vladimir Zagorac is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Perunggu in Desain Alat Pertanian, Peralatan dan Mesin Pertanian Competition Category.

PerungguPeralatan Pertanian· 2024

Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom

by Vladimir Zagorac

Client: Coming, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Niš, FPM Agromehanika

A' Design Award Perunggu Winner in Peralatan Pertanian Category

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The Design

About Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom

Agar adalah platform robotik yang mampu meratakan diri sendiri secara otomatis, dirancang untuk pertanian presisi di medan yang tidak rata. Platform ini dapat dioperasikan menggunakan remote control, diprogram untuk mengikuti jalur GPS yang telah ditentukan, atau dijalankan secara otonom menggunakan sensor penghindar rintangan. Motor bertenaga baterai yang independen pada setiap roda memungkinkan platform berbelok di tempat. Roda dapat diatur ulang posisinya untuk menyesuaikan dengan jarak baris tanaman yang berbeda, dan platform ini dapat beradaptasi dengan kemiringan hingga 30 derajat. Tombol berhenti darurat dan bumper mekanis mendukung keselamatan pengguna. Komponen baja, baja tahan karat, dan aluminium dilapisi dengan powder coating.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perunggu

Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom adalah pemenang A' Design Award Perunggu, pengakuan yang sangat bergengsi yang diberikan kepada desain luar biasa yang dicirikan oleh kreativitas, kecerdikan, dan ketajaman. Pemenang Perunggu adalah artefak yang sangat terampil dan sangat kreatif yang membuktikan pengalaman luas, imajinasi, dan kelihaian para desainernya. Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom diharapkan menjadi objek yang sangat dihargai, dikagumi, dan dicintai, sangat profesional dan inovatif. Desain pemenang A' Design Award Perunggu ini menyertakan praktik terbaik dalam seni, sains, desain, dan teknologi, dan sangat baik dalam perhatiannya pada detail. Agar Robot Pertanian Otonom memuaskan kebutuhan dengan indah, menyentuh keinginan, memikat perasaan, dan menarik rasa ingin tahu.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The robot can be remotely controlled, programmed to move on a predefined GPS path, and autonomous using obstacle avoidance sensors. Independent battery powered motors on each wheel enable turning in place by reversing the left and right set of wheels. All visible electromechanical parts are protected by the robust constructions of movable and fixed frames. User safety is also ensured by emergency stop buttons in the corners of the vehicle and mechanical safety bumpers.
Dimensions & Packaging: Lenght: 179-222cm, Width: max. 147cm, Height: 137-178cm. Weight: 740kg
Tags: Robot, Autonomous, Universal, Dynamics, Strength, Perseverance
Production Technology: Laser cut, pressed and welded steel, Stainless steel and aluminum, powdercoated
Design Challenge: The form was developed over a year in iterations, respecting and emphasizing the multi-functionality of the adaptable platform. The creative process included elaboration of the main shell, the roof housing, and the mobile and stationary modular assemblies for multiple uses. The large number of visible components presented a challenge, overcome by using related angles. Directing details, balancing masses and proportions, and positioning of sensors, radar and lidar, was perfected in stages.
Research: The design project started in March 2023 using an existing construction of a working prototype, developed by Coming and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Nis. Special attention in the design was devoted to stability of the robot bearing an agricultural machine, since the platform adapts to terrain with slopes of up to 30 degrees in all directions. For this purpose, mounting weights were added to the final solution, considering that the weight of the robot should not have exceeded 750kg.
Inspiration: Agar is a universal selfleveling platform for precision agriculture, a tractor replacement, mobile on extremely uneven terrains and under heavy loads. The form was modeled following the latest design tendencies, with strict technical limitations, to match or exceed the standards set by leading companies in the Smart Farming industry. Aesthetics emphasize robustness, dynamics and strength, equally present at any working height of the vehicle that adapts to the terrain, type and height of crop.
Project Duration: The design project lasted for a year, and was implemented in Belgrade, Nis and Boljevac
Operation Flow: Wheel motors are protected within a movable leg frame. The main battery pack can be changed by removing a magnetic fascia mask. Additional top battery pack, robotic arm or solar panel can be placed using roof profiles on the main shell. The wheels can be repositioned to the inside, allowing use between crop rows of different distances. The beveled shell gives good clearance, while latest RGB LED signaling lights arranged in a 360 design inform the user on working status and illuminate the path.
Team Members: Vladimir Zagorac
Image Credits: Images: Vladimir Zagorac
Video Credits: Coming, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Nis