End-effector with rotary actuator for harvesting crops

This invention describes a robotic tool for harvesting broccoli crowns. It features two fingers that open and close, driven by a rotating motor positioned between them and connected via linkages. The tool grasps a broccoli crown, severs it from the plant with a cutting mechanism, and then releases it by opening the fingers. A robotic arm positions the tool for harvesting.

Why it matters: Filed before significant advancements in AI-driven computer vision for agricultural robotics. The improved accuracy and affordability of vision systems now make precise robotic positioning for harvesting more practical.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: ModerateRotary actuator, custom fingers, linkages, cutting mechanism.

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