Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras
An Interchangeable Harvesting Apparatus and Method thereof
Categories for this Invention
Technology: Interchangeable Harvesting Apparatus;
Industry & Applications: Agriculture Industry, Gardening Machine, Harvesting Equipment & etc.;
Market: The global harvesting equipment market is projected to grow $42.55Bn at a CAGR of 6.15% during forecast period (2024-32)
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Problem Statement
- Conventional harvesting systems do not succeed in to meet the demands of modern agricultural practices.
- Further, often lack versatility and struggle to efficiently perform multiple tasks such as weed removal, crop cutting, and fertilizing.
- Farmers often need to invest in separate equipment for each specific operation, leading to increased costs and logistical challenges including others.
- Hence, there is a need for an advanced harvesting apparatus, which is reliable and does not suffer from discussed above problems. Present patent addresses aforementioned technical problems efficiently.
Technology
- Present patent describes an interchangeable harvesting apparatus for narrow cutting width applications.
- Further, said apparatus includes a frame, an electric motor, a gearbox, a connecting unit and at least one attachable unit interchangeably connected to the connecting unit.
- A blade hub comprises a removable and interchangeable blade for weed removal.
- The cutting unit configured for crop-cutting operations.
- A dispensing mechanism configured for fertilizing & seed dispensing operations.
- Disclosed patent describes said dispensing mechanism with a modular container, grooving blade hub, screw feeder, and a v-blade for controlled & regulated fertilizer & seed dispensing.
- Capable to provide clean and efficient cutting process, which can be crucial for agricultural productivity.
Key Features / Value Proposition
Technical Perspective:
Prototype:
- Offers efficient & customizable solutions for agricultural tasks, specifically tailored for small-width applications (cutting width ranging from 122mm to 127mm). (Refer. Fig 2)
- Claimed design promotes also a gardening machine, contributing to sustained & effective weed management over time.
Important Features:
- Enhanced precision, targeted weed removal, & versatile operation in various confined spaces.
- Disclosed apparatus is compact size.
- Further, by removing the weed from its roots, the claimed apparatus reduces the regrowth, resulting a controlled weed management.
- The dispensing mechanism ensures controlled & regulated distribution of fertilizers & seeds.
Enhanced Longevity:
- The removable & interchangeable blade in the claimed apparatus is fortified with a durable & wear-resistant coating, & said coating significantly enhances the blade’s longevity, ensuring sustained effectiveness in weed removal over extended periods.
Industrial Perspective:
- Cost effective apparatus is widely applicable in agriculture industry, gardening machine & etc. efficiently.
Questions about this Technology?
Contact For Licensing
sm-marketing@imail.iitm.ac.in
ipoffice2@iitm.ac.in
Research Lab
Prof. Shankar Krishnapillai
Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Intellectual Property
IITM IDF Ref. 2555
IN Patent No. 518085 (Granted)
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 5
Technology validated in relevant environment