R150 (2020)
First-generation UGV
The original R150 platform, still supported and still working Australian rows.
What Is an Unmanned Ground Vehicle?
An unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) operates autonomously, devoid of onboard human presence, facilitating tasks where human operators are impractical or unsafe. This four-wheel drive UGV is equipped with sensors that observe surroundings and autonomously decide actions or relay data for remote control. In large-scale farming, UGVs play a vital role, requiring efficient functionality to execute diverse operations. Two main approaches are considered: retrofitting conventional vehicles for automation and developing purpo
Automation of conventional vehicles
For the longest time, the tractor has been the central vehicle for executing most of the work required in a crop field. Equipped with the proper accessories, this machine can till, plant, fertilise, spray, haul, mow, and even harvest. A fully autonomous farm vehicle can adapt to different tasks, making tractors a prime target for automation, enabling productivity increases, improving safety, and reducing operational costs.
XAG’s R150 Unmanned Ground Vehicle
When equipped with XAG JetSprayer™ System, R150 can conduct fully autonomous crop spraying operation with maximum efficiency* of 5 hectares per hour. Nevertheless, UGVs suitable for agriculture remain far from commercialisation, although many intermediate results have been incorporated into agricultural equipment—from harvesting to precise herbicide application. Essentially, these systems are installed on tractors owned by farmers and generally consist of a computer (the controller), a device for steering control,
Customise for agricultural scenarios
Our customisable UGVs have adjustable ground clearance of chassis for better movement between dense orchards.
Precise Spraying in Every Direction
When equipped with XAG JetSprayer™ System, R150 can conduct fully autonomous crop spraying operation with maximum efficiency* of 5 hectares per hour. *Max. operational efficiency is measured under the condition that the ground vehicle continuously operates on plain fields with the speed of 1.2m/s and spray width of 12m