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New AI System Creates Highly Accurate 3D Maps of Orchards

Precision agriculture relies on detailed maps and digital models of farmland to automate tasks and boost crop yields. These tools help with everything from estimating harvests to guiding robots for targeted spraying. However, mapping large commercial orchards is difficult because of their size, dense tree spacing, and structured rows. Researchers have now developed a new artificial intelligence system that can map and model orchards with high accuracy. The AI processes data from sensors to create detailed 3D representations of the land and trees. This could improve autonomous navigation for farming robots and make tasks like yield estimation and phenotyping more efficient. The system overcomes challenges that earlier methods faced in handling the complexity of modern orchards. While the researchers did not provide specific performance numbers, they said the approach leads to consistent mapping and modeling. The technology could help farmers adopt more automated and data-driven practices, potentially reducing waste and increasing productivity. Further testing is needed before commercial use, but the work marks a step forward in precision agriculture.

Sources: Phys.org
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