FarmDroid FD20
SKU: Not AvailableFarmDroid FD20 sows and weeds crops fully autonomously using solar energy, GPS-guided navigation, and advanced mechanics for low-labor, sustainable field operations.
Product Description
FarmDroid FD20 is a fully‑autonomous, solar‑powered field robot engineered for precision seeding, mechanical weeding, and optional micro-spraying. It uses RTK GPS downstream of ultra‑precise seed placement (8 mm accuracy) to know exactly where to weed, even before plant emergence.
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Solar-powered, CO₂‑neutral operation: Four solar panels generate up to 1.6 kWh, powering two batteries for 18–24 hours of continuous field work (~5 ha/day).
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Lightweight & soil-friendly: Weighs 900–1 250 kg (depending on configuration), minimizing compaction and preserving soil structure.
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Precision seeding (+Seed): A 3D-printed seed disc meets required plant populations, while sensors detect jams or container issues.
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Mechanical weeding (+Weed): Performs both inter-row and intra-row weeding based on known seed positions, independent of camera systems.
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Optional micro-spraying (+Spray): Applies herbicides or fungicides only where needed, reducing chemical use by up to 94 %.
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Scalable deployment: Fields can be managed by fleets—while one robot seeds, another can follow behind weeding.
Specifications
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 3.0x3.0x1.2 m |
| Weight | 900 kg |
| Battery Type | Solar / Electric |
| Battery Life | Continuous (solar-powered) |
| Payload Capacity | 60 kg seed, 60 kg weed bin |
| Field Coverage | Up to 6.5 ha/day |
| Working Speed | ~950 m/h (auto), ~1,100 m/h (manual) |
| Crop Type | Beets, onions, spinach, etc. |
| Autonomy Level | Full |
| Sensors | GPS, encoders, cameras |
| Connectivity | RTK-GPS, cellular |
| Year Released | 2019 |
Agriculture Specific
| Attribute | Value | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crop Types | N/A | Compatible plant varieties | Application versatility |
| Field Conditions | N/A | Terrain and weather capability | Deployment reliability |
| Pesticide Resistance | N/A | Chemical exposure protection | Agricultural environment survival |
| GPS Accuracy | N/A | Positioning precision (cm) | Precise farming operations |
| Data Collection | N/A | Sensor types and capabilities | Farm management integration |
| Seasonal Operation | N/A | Year-round capability | Farming cycle coverage |
| Autonomy Level | N/A | Human supervision required | Labor cost reduction |
| Yield Impact | N/A | Crop yield improvement (%) | ROI demonstration |
