RootWave F601 by RootWave

RootWave
United Kingdom

RootWave is a UK-based manufacturer pioneering advanced electrical weed control solutions for agriculture. Our patented high-frequency power electronics are orders of magnitude safer for humans than direct or low-frequency current. RootWave offers the future of crop protection. It delivers effective, chemical‑free weed control while safeguarding user safety and supporting healthier ecosystems. Driven by proven field performance and strong economic advantages, RootWave is positioned to become the leader in global for weed control.

RootWave F601 by RootWave

Types of crops

Vine & Grapes

Vine & Grapes

Tree Fruits

Tree Fruits

Forestry

Forestry

Commercialization & Business model

  • TRL : 10: Market introduction - Full commercial operation
  • Number of units in service :
  • Price : 100K-150K
  • Business model : distributor-network

Technical specifications

  • Robot’s primary need : Chemical-free weeding in orchards, vineyards and bush fruit
  • Power source : Fuel agnostic, powered from tractor PTO
  • Horse power : 60kW
  • Size : 138 x 79 x 67 inches | 350 x 200 x 170 cm
  • Net weight : 3307 lbs | 1500 kg
  • Productivity : 3 acres/hour

Functionalities and technologies

  • Functionality : The RootWave F601 uses 18 kHz higher frequency electricity, and is capable of treating weeds across multiple crops. • Smart: power electronics and firmware sense and understand operational environment. • Reactive: continuous measurement of weed and soil to adjust power. • Accurate: system automatically distinguishes weeds from crop. • Automatic: treatment arms sense the crop and engage break-back function moving arms in-between and around crop whilst continuously treating weeds.
  • Embedded technologies : eWeeding power electronics and firmware.
  • Tools :
  • Connections : Tractors with 60kW at the PTO

Development phase

  • Next development phase : Application in fruit orchard crops grown in beds on ridges.

RootWave F601 by RootWave

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