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LaserWeeder par Carbon Robotics
Carbon Robotics
- Date de création : November 30, 2018
- Contact commercial : Sam Webster (samw@carbonrobotics.com)
- Site internet : https://carbonrobotics.com/
United States of America
Carbon Robotics develops the LaserWeeder, an autonomous weeding robot that detects and eliminates weeds using sub-millimetre precision lasers, without the need for herbicides. The company targets vegetable growers and high-value broad acre operations, both organic and conventional, facing significant weeding and labour demands.
LaserWeeder par Carbon Robotics
Types de cultures
Légumes
Plantes aromatiques
Etapes de culture
In-crop management | laser weeding
Vue d'ensemble technologique
- Dernière révision : 01/08/2026
- Date de sortie commerciale : May 2022
- Application : The LaserWeeder eliminates weeds with laser precision, no chemicals, no soil disturbance, no labour.
Vue d'ensemble de commercialisation
- Niveau de préparation technologique : 10: Introduction sur le marché - Pleine opération commerciale
- Unité en service - Global : 200-300, including 13 in ANZ
- Modèle économique : Direct sales
- Prix : $501K to $1M
- Coûts de fonctionnement : An annual subscription includes software updates, AI model updates, and 24/7 remote and field support.
Couverture du marché, distributeurs et fournisseurs de services
- Pays ou marchés adressés :
United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Denmark, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Italy, and Spain.
LaserWeeders are grower-owned and operated in 15 countries today, with Carbon Robotics continuing to expand into additional markets and crop types.
Performance & Impact Économique
- ROI estimé :
LaserWeeder reduces weed control costs by up to 80% while lowering reliance on manual labour and herbicides.
- Économies de produits phytosanitaires :
N/A
- Amélioration du rendement :
A peer-reviewed study from Cornell University and Rutgers University found a 97% reduction in weed biomass and up to 30% higher crop biomass compared to herbicide-based weed control. https://carbonrobotics.com/laser-weeding-results
Farmers using LaserWeeder compared to conventional post emerge herbicide programs report 20-30%+ increases in crop yield. See grower stories: https://carbonrobotics.com/grower-stories
Caractéristiques techniques
- Type de solution : Désherbeur laser
- Source d'énergie : Powered by a front power take-off (PTO) generator mounted to a tractor. The LaserWeeder runs on 240-volt 3-phase electrical power.
- Puissance de tracteur requise : John Deere 6R 110 for the smallest LaserWeeder - LaserWeeder attaches to a tractor using a three-point hitch.
- Taille :
- Metric: Smallest: 2.79 (W) x 2.15 (D) x 3.22 (H) m — Largest: 6.38 (W) x 2.16 (D) x 3.43 (H) m — 4 size options available
- Imperial: Smallest Machine: 9.15 (W) x 7.05 (D) x 10.56 (H) ft | Largest Machine: 20.93 (W) × 7.09 (D) × 11.25 (H) ft - Four size options available
- Poids net : Smallest: 1,633 kg | 3,600 lbs — Largest: 3,266 kg | 7,200 lbs
- Taille d'exploitation min. (en hectares) : 80+ ha | 197.7+ acres
- Débit de Chantier : Smallest: 0.16–0.28 ha/h | 0.40–0.69 acres/h — Largest: 0.61–1.21 ha/h | 1.51–2.99 acres/h
- Vitesse de travail maximale : 4.8 km/h | 2.98 mph
- Entraxe : Adjustable: 1.5 – 3.2 m | 4.9 - 10.5 ft
- Puissance : 110–145 hp depending on machine size.
Fonctionnalités et technologies
- Fonctionnalité principale : LaserWeeder G2 uses AI, computer vision, and lasers to identify and eliminate weeds with sub-millimetre precision without disturbing the soil or using chemicals.
- Logiciel : High-resolution cameras and a 100% liquid-cooled computing system ensure dependable operation in all conditions. Advanced computer vision and proprietary Large Plant Model (LPM) trained on over 150M labelled images identify crops and weeds in real-time, while high-powered lasers eliminate weeds with sub-millimetre accuracy. Integrated GPS navigation and Starlink connectivity support precise field operation, software updates, and image uploads.
- Connectivité : Every unit includes integrated GPS and Starlink connectivity.
- Outils compatibles : Compatible with tractors from any manufacturer.
Plan de développement
- Prochaine phase de développement : Carbon Robotics continues advancing its LaserWeeder software, AI, and hardware systems to improve efficiency, precision, and reliability in the field. Carbon tractor autonomy (Carbon ATK) will be expanding in geographic availability and in the makes and models of existing tractors supported.
LaserWeeder G2 by Carbon Robotics
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