Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot by Vladimir Zagorac

Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot by Vladimir Zagorac is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Bronzová cena A' Design Award in Poľnohospodárske vybavenie Competition Category.

BronzováPoľnohospodárske vybavenie· 2024

Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot

by Vladimir Zagorac

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

Bronzová cena A' Design Award Winner in Poľnohospodárske vybavenie Category

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The Design

About Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot

Agar je samonivelačná robotická platforma navrhnutá pre presné poľnohospodárstvo na nerovnom teréne. Platforma môže byť ovládaná diaľkovo, naprogramovaná tak, aby sledovala stanovenú GPS trasu, alebo môže fungovať autonómne pomocou senzorov na vyhýbanie sa prekážkam. Nezávislé batériou napájané motory na každom kolese umožňujú otáčanie na mieste. Kolesá je možné premiestniť tak, aby vyhovovali rôznym vzdialenostiam medzi radmi plodín, pričom platforma sa dokáže prispôsobiť svahom so sklonom až do 30 stupňov. Bezpečnosť používateľa zabezpečujú núdzové tlačidlá zastavenia a mechanické nárazníky. Oceľové, nerezové a hliníkové diely sú povrchovo upravené práškovým lakovaním.

The Recognition

About the Bronzová cena A' Design Award

Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot je laureát Bronzovej ceny A' Design Award, vysoko prestížneho uznania udeľovaného vynikajúcim dizajnom, ktoré sa vyznačujú kreativitou, vynaliezavosťou a bystrosťou. Laureáti Bronzovej ceny sú plne zručné a nápadne kreatívne artefakty, ktoré potvrdzujú rozsiahle skúsenosti, predstavivosť a zdatnosť svojich dizajnérov. Od Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot sa očakáva, že bude vysoko cenený, obdivovaný a milovaný predmet, pozoruhodne profesionálny a inovatívny. Tento dizajn ocenený Bronzovou cenou A' Design Award zahŕňa najlepšie postupy v umení, vede, dizajne a technológii a vyniká pozornosťou k detailom. Agar Autonómny poľnohospodársky robot skvele uspokojuje potreby, dotýka sa túžob, očarúva city a vzbudzuje zvedavosť.

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