Abstract: Provided are devices, systems, and methods related to a sand grooming vehicle having a traction system capable of moving the vehicle in reverse, a rake movable between various positions, and a vehicle control unit with at least one memory and processor. The vehicle control unit can detect a reverse request, determine the rake's position, assess if the rake meets a first criterion, and command the rake to move to meet the first criterion. In addition, the vehicle control unit may command the traction system to move in reverse. Such a reverse command may occur after the rake has been adjusted to meet the first criterion. The reverse request may be user-inputted. The first criterion may be a minimum height.

Abstract: Provided are devices, systems, and methods related to a sand grooming vehicle having a rake that may move between various positions and a one-touch user input configured to allow a user to request the rake to move to a predetermined position with a single actuation. The sand grooming vehicle also includes a vehicle control unit with at least one memory and processor. The vehicle control unit is capable of storing predetermined rake positions, detecting actuation of the one-touch user input, and commanding the rake to move to the predetermined position without requiring the user to continue actuating the input. In some implementations, the predetermined rake position may be a specific rake height.

Abstract: A control system for an agricultural seeding implement includes a controller including a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to iteratively determine a respective meter pressure for each meter of a plurality of meters, determine a respective storage tank pressure for each storage tank of a plurality of storage tanks, determine a respective current pressure differential for each storage tank of the plurality of storage tanks, compare the respective current pressure differential to a target pressure differential range, and adjust a respective pressure valve for each tank of the plurality of tanks. Additionally, in response to determining the respective current pressure differential for any storage tank of the plurality of storage tanks is less than the minimum pressure threshold while the respective pressure valve is fully open, the controller is configured to reduce the maximum pressure threshold.

Abstract: A local confirmation criteria detector on a grass mowing vehicle detects criteria indicative of whether a local supervisor presence confirmation is to be performed. If so, a perception system on the grass mowing vehicle detects the presence of an supervisor and generates a sensor signal. A presence confirmation system processes the sensor signal generated by the perception sensor to identify one or more characteristics of the supervisor. Local supervisor presence relative to the grass mowing vehicle is confirmed based upon the one or more characteristics of the supervisor.

Abstract: A patch cleanup control system receives a path plan for a mowing vehicle and calculates the size and location of portions of uncut grass that will remain uncut by the mowing vehicle when the mowing vehicle executes the path plan. The path cleanup control system computes cleanup passes that cover the portions of uncut grass and modifies the path plan to incorporate the cleanup passes in a desired sequence of passes.

Abstract: Disclosed are autonomous work vehicles, systems, and methods for implementing a pattern on a surface of a work area according to a predetermined design, scheme, or plan. The method employed by the autonomous work vehicle may include generating a plurality of paths, generating a combined path by linking the plurality of paths, and instructing the autonomous work vehicle to follow the combined path while interacting with a surface of the work area to implement the pattern. The plurality of paths may include one or more external paths, one or more internal paths, a plurality of swath paths, and a plurality of connection paths that connect the one or more external paths, internal paths, and swath paths together. Generating the combined path may also include determining any untraced areas of the work area and tracing these areas with patch paths that may then be linked with the combined path.

Abstract: A device for processing plant parts includes a self-propelling vehicle including a chassis on wheels, a pick-up unit on the front of the vehicle, which is configured to pick up plant parts lying on a ground in one or more swathes, a transport unit for transporting the picked-up plant parts in a stream from the at least one pick-up unit to rolling units arranged on the vehicle, at least a first rolling unit and a second rolling unit. Each of the rolling units is configured to roll up and form into respective bales transported plant parts. The transport unit is configured to transport the stream of picked-up plant parts from the pick-up unit to, alternately, the first rolling unit and second rolling unit.

Abstract: According to an example aspect of the present invention, there are provided nonwoven sheets that are biodegradable in soil, in particular biodegradable nonwoven sheets having longer degradation time compared to known bio-based or biodegradable cellulose containing nonwoven sheets in soil. The invention also relates to a method of manufacturing said biodegradable nonwoven sheets and to the use of the biodegradable nonwoven sheets in agricultural and food packaging applications.

Abstract: A multifunctional ground cover formula, ground cover material using the formula, and associated manufacturing methods are disclosed. The ground cover is engineered to perform a diverse set of environmental functions—including erosion control, carbon sequestration, vegetation restoration, stormwater management, fire resistance, and soil remediation. The formula is customizable and tunable, enabling precise adjustment of ingredient ratios to serve varied ecological or infrastructural applications. Certain ground cover formulas may further incorporate ecological memory substrates—biologically and culturally rooted materials—enabling recursive restoration of native land identity such as through embedded seed DNA, carbon memory, and biome-specific signal compounds. Embodiments are designed for scalable deployment, long-term biodegradation, and integration with native ecosystems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an artificial rain producing technology which makes the use of the humidity in the air to produce artificial rain. Air containing 15% to 100% humidity is transferred through suction pipes and flexible pipes to air mixers which are stationed at a height where the temperature of the atmosphere is between 0° C. to 5° C. or any other condensing temperature so that the water vapour containing air mixes with the atmospheric air of low temperature and condenses the water vapour to form water droplets and fall down on the earth in the form of artificial rain. The flexible pipe and the air mixer assembly is stationed in the air with the help of helicopters which can move the assembly to a location where rainfall is desired. Rainfall when produced prevents global warming and controls pollution.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for growing climbing plants. The device comprises at least one tube having at least one opening for inserting climbing plants. The at least one opening is arranged in a wall of the tube. The device also comprises a holder element for holding the at least one tube. The at least one tube has a first end and a second end and is mounted, at its two opposing ends, on the holder element such that it can rotate about a longitudinal axis of the tube, so that at least one hanging part of the climbing plant can be wound over the at least one tube. The invention also relates to a method for growing climbing plants using the device, a system for growing and harvesting climbing plants including the device, and a method for growing and harvesting climbing plants using the system.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated 11PVHB60, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety 11PVHB60, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety 11PVHB60 with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 11PVHB60 with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety 11PVHB60, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety 11PVHB60, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: A container suitable for storing a food for an animal therein, the container comprising: a) a container base defining a food cavity, wherein the container base includes: i) one or more flanges which include and/or form one or more keying features; b) a lid removably affixed to the container base, wherein the lid includes one of the following: i) a handling portion which includes a bottom surface of the lid which is exposed from the one or more; ii) the handling portion which extends beyond the container base such that a bottom of the lid is exposed and includes a reinforcement structure affixed thereto; or iii) the handling portion which extends away from the container base together with a reinforcing feature of the one or more flanges which is affixed thereto, and is configured for being engaged for peeling the lid from the container base.

Abstract: A device may include a core having a center, a first end opposite a second end. The device may include a first wheel extending from a location proximal the first end of the core and having a first wheel radius. The device may include a second wheel extending from a location proximal the second end of the core and having a second wheel radius substantially similar to the first wheel radius, a delivery device coupled with the core; and wherein: the delivery device comprises a tip configured to deliver a substance, the tip having a delivery end, and a distance from the center to the delivery end is less than the first wheel radius and the second wheel radius.

Abstract: Described herein are systems and methods for tracking an animal comprising – for example: an electronic device configured to be coupled to an animal, the electronic device comprising: one or more sensors comprising at least one of an accelerometer, a gyroscope, or a magnetometer, the one or more sensors configured to determine location or movement information relating to the animal; a memory device configured to store the location or movement information relating to the animal; a communication interface configured to wirelessly communicate the location or movement information to an external device; and a battery device for providing power the at least one of the one or more sensors or the communication interface; and a charging device configured to wirelessly provide power to the battery device.

Abstract: The invention provides a lighting device for illuminating an animal stable, wherein the lighting device comprises a projection unit and a control unit; wherein the projection unit is configured to project a dynamic light spot within the animal stable for a period of time, wherein the period of time comprises a first subperiod followed by a second subperiod; wherein the control unit is configured to control the projection unit, during the first subperiod of time, to project the dynamic light spot moving with a pseudorandom or random movement that is confined to a first surface area within the animal stable; and wherein the control unit is configured to control the projection unit, during the second subperiod of time, to project the dynamic light spot moving with a curvilinear or linear movement out from the first surface area.

Abstract: An enhanced smart animal collar system and a biometric lock system that includes a security platform having a biometrically actuated lock actuator that prevents unauthorized collar removal. The enhanced smart animal collar system also includes an animal tracking platform to follow, observe, watch, and track the movement of the animal over a plurality of tracking observations.

Abstract: An administration apparatus is disclosed. The administration apparatus according to the present disclosure can include one or more imaging devices, a computer configured to receive image data from the one or more imaging devices, a floorplate operatively coupled to the computer, and one or more reservoirs each coupled to a respective administration device configured to administer one or more attractants and/or substances when directed by the computer. The computer can be configured to identify whether the image data shows a target subject or a non-target subject. If the computer identifies a target subject the apparatus can administer a substance, and if the computer identifies a non-target subject the apparatus can provide a deterrent such that the non-target subject is discouraged from remaining near the apparatus.

Abstract: A bee feeding apparatus having labyrinthine passages. The apparatus is useful for dispensing water, bee feeding supplements, or treatments to wild or domesticated bees. The circuitous entryway hinders or inhibits other insects such as wasps, hornets, or yellow jackets from entering the innermost regions of the feeder and accessing the bee feeding supplements.

Abstract: By irradiating a Trp-containing aqueous solution with oxygen radicals, a precursor including at least one of Trp? and Trp peroxide is generated from Trp, and a Trp decomposition product including at least one of FKYN and KYN is generated from the precursor, thereby obtaining an oxygen radical-irradiated aqueous solution. Subsequently, the Trp decomposition product such as FKYN or KYN is separated from the oxygen radical-irradiated aqueous solution. By irradiating the Trp-containing aqueous solution with oxygen radicals, a Trp?-containing aqueous solution that contains Trp? is obtained, which is used as a bactericidal aqueous solution.