Special Session 7

SPECIAL SESSION #7

Marco Sozzi

University of Padova, Italy

• marco.sozzi@unipd.it

Cristina Nuzzi

University of Brescia, Italy

Riccardo Dainelli

Institute of BioEconomy - National Research Council

Maciej Zaborowicz

Poznań University of Life Sciences

Enrico Piazza

University of Milan, Italy

Davide Facchinetti

University of Milan, Italy

Over the last few years, the number of agricultural robotic systems available on the market has increased, making it difficult for farmers to choose. This session analyses the metrological challenges and solutions associated with developing and operating agricultural robots, focusing specifically on actuators, data analysis, data transmission, and driving systems. The goal is to bring together researchers, engineers, and practitioners to discuss how precise measurements and standards can significantly improve agricultural robotics's design, development, and performance. This session highlights the latest advances in metrology applied to actuators for precise movement and operation, sophisticated data analysis techniques for informed decision-making, reliable data transmission systems for effective communication, and advanced driving systems for optimal navigation and control.

Contributions are expected to focus on, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• robotic manipulators;
• robotic implements for weed management;
• steering systems and power transmission in ag robots;
• automated spray systems;
• farm machinery models applied to automated vehicles;
• data analysis from systems and sensors to support decision-making in agronomic processes;
• reliability of supervision technologies (based on EU Regulation 2023/1230).