Abstract: A disk for use with a tillage machine includes a body portion rotatable about an axis of rotation. The body portion has a circumferential edge and a concavity with a first radius defined from a point on the axis of rotation. A hub portion is continuous with the body portion and presents an abutment face having a concavity with a second radius defined from a point on the axis of rotation. An aperture extends through the abutment face and is centered about the axis of rotation.

Abstract: A rolling basket assembly for an agricultural tillage implement. The rolling basket assembly includes a bracket, a first disk and a second disk rotatably connected to the bracket, a plurality of chain assemblies. Each chain assembly includes a first end connected to the first disk and a second end connected to the second disk and a plurality of links looped around one another and collectively forming each chain assembly. Each link includes a first loop, a second loop that is looped around the first loop, and at least one projection extending outwardly from one of the first loop and the second loop.

Abstract: A system for detecting the levelness of ground engaging tools of a tillage implement including an agricultural implement including a frame and ground engaging tools supported relative to the frame. The system includes a first sensor and a second sensor configured to capture data indicative of a material flow past one or more first ground engaging tools and second ground engaging tools, respectively. The system includes a controller configured to monitor data received from the first sensor and the second sensor and compare one or more first monitored values and one or more second monitored values associated with the material flow past the first ground engaging tool(s) and the second ground engaging tool(s), respectively. The controller is further configured to identify that at least a portion of the ground engaging tools are not level when the first monitored value(s) differs from the second monitored value(s) by a predetermined threshold value.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus for adjusting the depth of a trench opened by a row unit of an agricultural planter. The row unit includes a trench depth adjustment assembly configured to modify the furrow depth. In one embodiment, the depth adjustment assembly may include a gear box having one or more gears which engage with a gear rack. The gear box may be pivotally connected to a depth adjustment body supporting a rocker that adjusts upward travel of gauge wheel arms. In another embodiment, the depth adjustment assembly may include a depth adjustment arm having a screw receiver that cooperates with a driven screw that adjusts the position of the depth adjustment arm acting on the gauge wheels to adjust trench depth.

Abstract: An agricultural machine performs a prescribed agricultural operation in a field. The machine is controlled to change the agricultural operation to a check strip operation. A location where the check strip operation is commenced is sensed and a location where the check strip operation ceases is also sensed. A dimension of the check strip, and its location, are stored.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system for controlling the direction of travel of agricultural implements may include a work vehicle having a vehicle-based controller configured to control an operation of a valve provided in operative association with the work vehicle. The system may also include an agricultural implement configured to be towed by the work vehicle. The implement may include a sensor configured to detect an operational parameter indicative of a direction of travel of the implement. The implement may also include an actuator configured to adjust the direction of travel of the implement, with the actuator being fluidly coupled to the valve such that the valve is configured to control an operation of the actuator. The implement may further include an implement-based controller configured to initiate control of the operation of the valve based on sensor data received from the sensor to adjust the direction of travel of the implement.

Abstract: A shank assembly for an agricultural tillage implement including a support arm, a shank connected to the support arm, a point connected to the shank, and a float monitoring system. The float monitoring system includes a first sensor for sensing a home position, a second sensor connected to the support arm and configured for sensing an angular position of the support arm relative to the frame of the agricultural tillage implement, and an electronic control unit operably connected to the first sensor and the second sensor. The electronic control unit is configured for comparing the home position and the angular position of the support arm and determining a float of the shank as the shank is towed in a forward direction of travel.

Abstract: A system that includes a wheel carrier system. The wheel carrier system includes a wheel carrier arm that couples to a wheel and to a wheel carrier frame. A link rotates a ground engaging tool system with respect to a row unit to transition the ground engaging tool system from a lowered position to a raised position. An actuator that simultaneously rotates the first wheel carrier arm from a first position to a second position and the ground engaging tool system from the lowered position to the raised position.

Abstract: A system for controlling the speed of a seed-planting implement, the system having: a furrow closing assembly including at least one ground engaging component configured to rotate relative to soil within a field as the seed-planting implement is moved across the field, the furrow closing assembly configured to close a furrow formed in the soil by the seed-planting implement; a sensor configured to capture data indicative of an operational parameter of the furrow closing assembly; and an implement-based controller supported on the seed-planting implement and being communicatively coupled to the sensor, the implement-based controller being configured to initiate control of a drive parameter of a work vehicle configured to tow the seed-planting implement based on sensor data received from the sensor in a manner that adjusts the speed of the seed-planting implement.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for treating agricultural particulates, such as seeds, beans, granular and powder agricultural products, and the like, with a treatment agent, such as steam, as the agricultural products move forward along a pathway created by an auger, in a chamber, enclosed by an aligned celling and floor, and oppositely disposed lateral walls.

Abstract: The disclosure is related to agricultural row units. The row unit comprising a gauge wheel, a slicing sick, a seed knife, at least one closing wheel, and a press wheel. The gauge wheel and the press wheel may be mechanically linked via a linkage. The linkage may include an adjustable pivot point. In various implementations the slicing disc may be vertically adjustable.

Abstract: A mountable furrow closing assembly is integrated into a system for closing a furrow including a frame having a forward end and a rearward end and closing wheels. A method utilizing the system to operate an agricultural implement includes opening a furrow, planting a seed in the furrow, and closing the furrow with the system. The system may be assembled by removing existing closing wheels from a first location of a frame of an agricultural implement, operatively attaching the closing wheels at a second location of the frame, and operatively attaching the mountable furrow closing assembly at the first location of the frame.

Abstract: A seed delivery system for use in a seeding or planting machine that removes the seed from a seed meter by capturing the seed therefrom. The delivery system then moves the seed down to a lower discharge point and accelerates the seed horizontally rearward to a speed approximately equal to the forward travel speed of the seeding machine such that the seed, when discharged has a low or zero horizontal velocity relative to the ground. Rolling of the seed in the trench is thus reduced. Furthermore, as the seed only has a short drop from the outlet to the bottom of the seed trench, the seed has little vertical speed to induce bounce. The delivery system uses a brush belt to capture, move and accelerate the seed. By capturing the seed and moving it from the meter to the discharge, the seed is held in place relative to other seeds and the planter row unit. As a result, the seeds are isolated from row unit dynamics thereby maintaining seed spacing.

Abstract: A seed delivery system for use in a seeding or planting machine that removes the seed from a seed meter by capturing the seed therefrom. The delivery system then moves the seed down to a lower discharge point and accelerates the seed horizontally rearward to a speed approximately equal to the forward travel speed of the seeding machine such that the seed, when discharged has a low or zero horizontal velocity relative to the ground. Rolling of the seed in the trench is thus reduced. Furthermore, as the seed only has a short drop from the outlet to the bottom of the seed trench, the seed has little vertical speed to induce bounce. The delivery system uses a brush belt to capture, move and accelerate the seed. By capturing the seed and moving it from the meter to the discharge, the seed is held in place relative to other seeds and the planter row unit. As a result, the seeds are isolated from row unit dynamics thereby maintaining seed spacing.

Abstract: A seed delivery system for use in a seeding or planting machine that removes the seed from a seed meter by capturing the seed therefrom. The delivery system then moves the seed down to a lower discharge point and accelerates the seed horizontally rearward to a speed approximately equal to the forward travel speed of the seeding machine such that the seed, when discharged has a low or zero horizontal velocity relative to the ground. Rolling of the seed in the trench is thus reduced. Furthermore, as the seed only has a short drop from the outlet to the bottom of the seed trench, the seed has little vertical speed to induce bounce. The delivery system uses a brush belt to capture, move and accelerate the seed. By capturing the seed and moving it from the meter to the discharge, the seed is held in place relative to other seeds and the planter row unit. As a result, the seeds are isolated from row unit dynamics thereby maintaining seed spacing.

Abstract: Locations of seeds in a field can be identified using event-based processing or frequency-based processing. A material is applied to the field, based upon the seed locations.

Abstract: A particle delivery assembly of an agricultural row unit includes a first particle tube and a sensor housing coupled to the first particle tube. The sensor housing is configured to receive a particle from the first particle tube and to house a sensor configured to detect the particle. The particle delivery assembly includes a second particle tube coupled to the first particle tube and to the sensor housing and configured to receive the particle from the sensor housing and to expel the particle toward a trench in soil. Additionally, the particle delivery assembly includes a coupling mechanism extending between the second particle tube and the first particle tube along the sensor housing. The coupling mechanism is configured to couple the second particle tube to the first particle tube and to at least partially secure the sensor housing between the first particle tube and the second particle tube.

Abstract: A particle delivery assembly of an agricultural row unit includes a particle tube configured to receive a particle and to deliver the particle toward a trench in soil. The particle tube includes a first body portion, a second body portion, and a hinge coupled to the first body portion and to the second body portion. The hinge is configured to enable the first body portion and the second body portion to pivot relative to one another between an open position of the particle tube and a closed position of the particle tube.

Abstract: An agricultural planting machine includes a frame, a row unit supported by the frame, the row unit comprising a disk opener configured to create a furrow for planting agricultural material in a first row and a row cleaner disposed in a path of the disk opener and configured to move residue from the path. A residue shield is configured to shield a second row from the residue.

Abstract: This determining apparatus (62) for determining a datum during the harvesting of fruit (4), for example, sugar beets, comprises a fruit flow apparatus (50) for the treatment of a flow (52) of harvested fruit, a sensor device (64) for detecting a raw datum of the flow, a determining device (66) connected to the sensor device for determining a datum of the flow based on the raw datum. The datum is a quality datum or a yield datum of the flow. The determining apparatus is designed to output a signal, which corresponds to the quality datum or the yield datum. The quality datum or the yield datum reflects an item of information about a net yield of the harvested fruit.

Abstract: A lawn mower robot includes a water tank configured to store water, a nozzle, and a cleaning module that is configured to clean the cutting blades of the robot by spraying water stored in the water tank on the blades through the nozzle.

Abstract: A system (42) and computer-implemented method for sensing an amount of ash in cut crop material and automatically adjusting an operating parameter of a mower conditioner to optimize the amount of ash. A sensor (50) measures an measured ash content value of the crop material after it is cut, a processor (48) compares the actual value to a threshold value, and if the actual value exceeds the threshold value, automatically adjusts an operating parameter, such as a height, angle, or speed at which the crop material is cut, a float pressure of the header (12), or a ground speed of the machine (10). Other sensors (64) may measure a roughness of the cut, an excessive stubble height, or other data relevant to optimizing quality, which may also result in adjustments to the operating parameters. The processor (48) may consider an operator-selectable value weighting the measured ash content versus a speed of operation when adjusting the operating parameter.

Abstract: The disclosed apparatus, systems and methods relate to a physical stalk sensing system comprising at least one resilient member. Sensors having the resilient member or members are able to estimate the size of the stalks of row crops as they pass through a field, such as a corn field. The sensors can be mounted on a corn head and the results can be analyzed and visualized.

Abstract: A trimmer line cutting head has a trimmer line spool rotatably supported about an axis of rotation and disposed slidably between housing and housing cover along the axis of rotation. A spring element pretensions the trimmer line spool in an operating position of the trimmer line cutting head. An indexing device has a terminal stop connecting the trimmer line spool in the operating position to the housing in fixed connection for common rotation of trimmer line spool and housing. By applying an actuating force to the indexing device, the trimmer line spool is adjustable from the operating position axially into an inoperative state of the trimmer line cutting head for paying out trimmer line. The indexing device has a rotational stop formed in a slot in a wall of the trimmer line spool and limiting rotation of the trimmer line spool relative to the housing in the inoperative state.

Abstract: A mower includes a pair of drive wheels, a pairs of non-drive wheels, and a mower deck. The mower deck includes a central deck housing, a first blade housing, a second blade housing, and an actuator coupled to the central deck housing and at least one of the first blade housing and the second blade housing. The first blade housing is pivotally coupled to a first side of the central deck housing so as to be angularly displaceable relative to the central deck housing, the second blade housing is pivotally coupled to a second side of the central deck housing so as to be angularly displaceable relative to the central deck housing. The actuator is configured to selectively raise and lower at least one of the first blade housing and the second blade housing relative to the central deck housing.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for presenting information associated with a multi-segment header of an agricultural harvester. The operational states of the segments are monitored and used to present information. Examples of presented information include graphics depicting which segments are operational and which segments are non-operational, crop coverage maps, and crop yield maps.

Abstract: A mower system comprising a powered mower, a connecting device connected to the powered mower and an attachment connected to the powered mower through the connecting device for conducting specified function during the operation of the mower system. The connecting device includes a mounting assembly mounted to the powered mower and a base rotatably mounted to the mounting assembly for driving the attachment being rotated together with the base in a horizontal plane relative to the powered mower. The utilization rate of the powered mower is effectively improved because other working functions can be conducted by the attachment which is connected to the powered mower through the connecting device.

Abstract: An agricultural system includes a controller comprising a memory and a processor. The controller is configured to receive a sensor signal, determine a current flow based on the sensor signal, determine whether the current flow exceeds a current threshold for a time threshold, and operate a drive system of the agricultural system in an alternative operation instead of a normal operation in response to determining the current flow exceeds the current threshold for the time threshold.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for removing net wrap from a bale are described herein. The apparatus includes a frame configured to releasably mount to a vehicle and first and second opposed arms movably coupled to the frame. At least one of the first and second opposed arms moves between a retracted position where the arms support the bale and an extended position where the bale passes between the arms and falls downwardly. The apparatus also includes a cutting mechanism including a cutting element configured to cut the net wrap. The apparatus further includes at least one grabbing mechanism coupled to at least one of the first arm and the second arm to retain the net wrap after the net wrap has been cut by the cutting mechanism and the bale falls downwardly between the arms.

Abstract: A crop cart unloading system for efficiently unloading a harvested crop from a crop cart. The crop cart unloading system generally includes a hopper having a floor conveyor movably positioned with respect to a lower floor, a plurality of sidewalls extending upwardly from the lower floor, an unloading door movably connected to an unloading end of the hopper, and an upper opening defined by an upper edge of the plurality of sidewalls for receiving a field crop. The hopper is pivotally connected to a support frame having a plurality of wheels. A first actuator is connected between the support frame and the hopper to lift the unloading end of the hopper. An unloading conveyor is attached to the unloading end of the hopper to receive and discharge a field crop from the hopper.

Abstract: Systems and methods for an intracanopy horticultural lighting fixture. In aspects, a horticultural luminaire has an edgelit lightguide or optical conduit extending from a housing with its major dimension extending along longitudinal axis L, and one or more endcaps coupled to respective lateral edges, endcaps being convex curved about one or more axes transverse the longitudinal axis to prevent catch points. The endcap can be coupled to the housing to hinder separation of the lightguide. In another aspect a horticultural luminaire has an edgelit lightguide generating an output having downwardly directed peaks at about +/?30 degrees from vertical. Light output is preferably batwing shaped and symmetric. Another aspect provides a method for intracanopy lighting having an entirely planar optical conduit, a major extent of the optical conduit disposed along its longitudinal axis (L), and supporting the optical conduit, preferably its entirety, below an upper plant canopy.

Abstract: A fluid-cooled LED-based lighting fixture for Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) to improve energy efficiency, recycle waste heat, and support the operation of environmental sensors in a controlled agricultural environment. In one example, a lighting fixture frame mechanically supports and houses respective components of the lighting fixture and includes a light spine to mechanically couple the lighting fixture to a support structure. One or more coolant pipes formed from copper and coupled to the lighting fixture frame conduct a fluid coolant through the lighting fixture to remove heat. The lighting fixture comprises one or more LED modules to emit light, one or more onboard sensors and/or cameras, wireless communication functionality, and multiple electrical power and communication ports to facilitate interconnection of the lighting fixture in a variety of controlled agricultural environments.

Abstract: Soft plant foods and a method of producing the same are revealed. The method includes steps of (a) providing a plant food; (b) immersing the plant food in a decomposition-enhancing enzyme solution; (c) performing a plurality of instances of high-pressure treatment on the plant food immersed in the decomposition-enhancing enzyme solution; (d) allowing the plant food having finished step (c) to react at 40 to 65° C. for 20 to 60 minutes; and (e) applying a pressure of at least 400 MPa on the plant food having finished step (d) for 3 to 10 minutes. The method is effective in speeding up the production process and preventing loss of nutrients of the plant foods.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a collapsible metal planter. The planter has a plurality of wall sections. Each wall section side portion has a first end portion and an opposing second end portion. The end portions are angularly disposed inwards. Each first end portion has a first edge with a V-shaped notch positioned in vertical orientation. Each second end portion has a second edge with a V-shaped notch positioned in vertical orientation opposite to that of the first edge notch. The first edge notch and second edge notch form a square orifice when the first end portion of a wall section is placed in abutment with the second end portion of an adjacent wall section. The square orifice is receivable of a fastener to secure the adjacent wall sections together.

Abstract: The present application relates generally to plants, and specifically to a plant wall including a frame that is configured to secure to a surface and at least one panel that is configured to secure to the frame. The plant wall also includes at least one planter configured to secure to the at least one panel and at least one emitter positioned on the at least one planter, defining a passage therethrough. The plant wall further includes a pressure barrel that is filled with water. The water is transported from the pressure barrel through at least one hose, which contains at least one connector that connects to the at least one emitter between a first end and a second end of the hose, and into the at least one planter, which contains a plant and soil. A related method of watering a plant using a pressure barrel is also described.

Abstract: Cannabis growth systems can have one or more sensors that sense various environmental elements in the ambient environment in which cannabis plants are growing. The sensors are electrically connected to a central controller that receives the sensed data relating to the environmental elements and can take various actions in response to the sensed data like adjusting one or more of the environmental control systems that control different environmental elements in the ambient environment.

Abstract: A cultivation floor system has a floor on which plant containers are to be placed. The system includes a watertight basin and a water-permeable structure in the basin, which structure has a permeable top cloth which forms the top side of the floor on which plant containers are placed. The structure includes one or more water-retaining layers. A watering installation supplies water so that water is available for the plants in the plant containers. A perforated film is placed between the permeable top cloth on the one hand and the one or more water-retaining layers on the other hand, which perforated film is made of impermeable film material which is provided with distributed perforations in such a manner that the film reduces the free evaporation surface for water from the one or more water-retaining layers.

Abstract: A power-driven working device including: a working tool; a drive unit configured to drive the working tool; a control unit configured to control an output power of the drive unit; and an operating unit including a first switch and a second switch, is provided. The control unit includes a cruise control unit configured to execute cruise control to maintain the output power of the drive unit constant when a cruise switch is activated, and an output power adjustment unit configured to increase the output power of the drive unit and to continue the cruise control when the first switch is activated during the cruise control, and to decrease the output power of the drive unit and to continue the cruise control when the second switch is activated during the cruise control.

Abstract: A power tool is provided, which comprises a housing, a motor located within the housing, and a motion sensor. The motion sensor is adapted to control the operation of the motor in response to changes in position or angle of the power tool. The motion sensor can determine the angle between the power tool and the horizontal plane, and operation of the motor is controlled accordingly.

Abstract: A forestry machine includes a ground propulsion apparatus, a chassis supported by the ground propulsion apparatus, a cab, an engine and a work implement. The chassis includes a front chassis portion and a rear chassis portion. The front chassis portion includes an upper portion and a lower portion. The rear chassis portion has a wood basket supported thereon. The cab is rotatably supported on the front chassis portion by a rotatable connection about a cab rotation axis to be selectively rotated 360 degrees. The engine is integrated into the front chassis portion. At least a part of the engine is disposed below an upper most surface of the upper portion. The work implement is movably attached to the cab. The work implement includes a boom movably attached to the cab, an arm movably attached to the boom, and a work tool attached to the arm.

Abstract: A mobile tower for use with an irrigation system comprises a frame, first and second spindles, a first height adjustment assembly, and a second height adjustment assembly. The frame is configured to support a fluid-carrying conduit of the irrigation system. The first and second spindles each include a generally upright beam. The first height adjustment assembly is rigidly connected to a first side of the frame and movably coupled to the first spindle. The first height adjustment assembly includes a first mechanism configured to raise or lower the first side of the frame relative to the first spindle. The second height adjustment assembly is rigidly connected to a second side of the frame and movably coupled to the second spindle. The second height adjustment assembly includes a second mechanism configured to raise or lower the second side of the frame relative to the second spindle.

Abstract: A hose-pull apparatus for mounting to an irrigation system mobile tower supporting a fluid-carrying conduit. The hose-pull apparatus includes a swivel, a first pipe section, a joint, and a second pipe section. The swivel is configured to be in fluid communication with the conduit and rotate about a vertical axis. The first pipe section has a first end connected to the swivel and a second end extending outwardly from the swivel so that the first pipe section can pivot horizontally. The joint is connected to the second end of the first pipe section. The second pipe section has a first end connected to the joint so that the second pipe section can articulate relative to the first pipe section. The joint also has a second end configured to be in fluid communication with a supply hose.

Abstract: An irrigation control device comprises a coil adapted to develop an electromagnetic flux sufficient to cause actuation of irrigation equipment. Control circuitry is electrically coupled to the coil to receive control signals from an irrigation control unit and to control the flux at the coil. A housing covers at least a portion of both the coil and the control circuitry, the housing including a threaded end configured to thread the irrigation control device to a valve assembly to be actuated by the electromagnetic flux of the coil.

Abstract: An integrated irrigation valve control device has a coil adapted to develop an electromagnetic flux sufficient to cause actuation of irrigation equipment. Control circuitry is electrically coupled to the coil to control the flux at the coil. A housing covers at least a portion of the coil and at least a portion of the control circuitry.

Abstract: Irrigation needs assessment systems and methods may determine irrigation needs of one or more participants. The irrigation needs assessment system may determine irrigation needs based on weather conditions, forecast weather conditions, plant water uptake, and ground moisture content information. Evaporation rate information may be provided from one or more other participants of the irrigation needs assessment service.

Abstract: An improved insulating performance fabric has a double-knit body, formed with traditional, relatively smooth, outer surfaces, and an inner surface with the form of multiple fabric “bubbles” separated, e.g., by a grid pattern of intersecting grooves. An insulating, double-knit performance fabric of this disclosure may also be found in the form of a garment comprising the insulating, double knit performance fabric, or in the form of fabric article comprising the insulating, double knit performance fabric, etc.

Abstract: Systems and methods for growing plants. The systems and methods can be used for growing plants in low, micro, or zero gravity environments. An injection device can inject a fluid or growth medium into the stem or root of a plant. A plant can also be supported on a platform and a light placed below the plant, or in a direction opposite gravity or a acceleration force to promote plant growth in a direction opposite gravity or the acceleration force.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wall landscaping system for easy growth management with automatic watering and plant growth analysis, which creates a vertical garden on an interior or exterior wall of a structure, the system including: a main body (10) installed to cover the wall (W) to have a plant grown thereon; a watering part (20) disposed at an upper end of the main body (10) to supply water to the plant; a detector (30) disposed around the main body (10) to photograph the plant; and a controller (40) automatically checking and recording a growth state of the plant by analyzing an image photographed by the detector (30), and remotely notifying a manager according to the growth state of the plant, whereby it is possible to automatically supply water at a predetermined interval for each plant, and analyze the growth state of the plant and notify the same.

Abstract: A hydroponic grow system is provided. The system includes at least one rack that holds one or more trays. Each tray includes an inlet and an outlet through which the tray receives a nutrient solution and returns the nutrient solution to a reservoir. The inlet and outlet of each tray is connected to the reservoir using connectors that can be easily removed or attached to the tray. This allows each tray to be easily removed from the rack for purposes of harvesting and cleaning. In addition, the grow system may include one or more conveyor tables that allow the trays to be easily transported from the racks to another location for harvesting.

Abstract: A cultivation panel includes: a first hole group constituted by a first hole row having plural holes arranged in line in one direction and a second hole row provided at a position away from the first hole row in another direction intersecting the one direction, the second hole row having plural holes arranged in line in the one direction; and a third hole row having plural holes arranged in line in the one direction, a first distance between one hole among the plural holes in the third hole row and one hole included in the holes in the second hole row of the first hole group being larger than a second distance between adjacent holes in the second hole row.