Abstract: A tillage implement, a tillage machine, and a method of tilling soil is provided. The tillage implement includes a mounting bracket that couples to a rolling frame, a shank pivotably coupled to the mounting bracket via a hinge assembly, a soil working tool operatively coupled to a distal end of the shank, and a preload assembly for moving the shank to a loaded position that is rotationally offset from an unloaded position. The tillage machine includes a rolling frame that is pulled by a tow vehicle when tilling a field and multiple ones of the tillage implements operatively coupled to the rolling frame that contact and till the field. And the method includes attaching the tillage implement to a rolling frame, preloading the hinge assembly by moving the shank to a loaded position that is rotationally offset from the unloaded position, and contacting the soil with the soil working tool.

Abstract: A method for implementing end-of-row (EOR) turns within a field may include receiving a selection of a selected EOR turn path type of a plurality of EOR turn path types associated with executing EOR turns within the field. The method may further include controlling an operation of the agricultural vehicle to traverse a first path extending across the field during the performance of an agricultural operation. Moreover, the method may include generating an EOR turn path based on the selected EOR turn path type for making an EOR turn between an end point of the first path and a start point of a second path extending across the work area, the EOR turn path being associated with a speed profile. Additionally, the method may include automatically controlling a speed system of the agricultural vehicle to execute the speed profile as the agricultural vehicle moves along the EOR turn path.

Abstract: A work machine includes: a pair of drive wheels that is either front wheels or rear wheels; a pair of non-driving wheels that is the other of the front wheels and the rear wheels; a work device disposed between the front wheels and the rear wheels; a machine body; and a control device including an automatic turn-execution unit configured to execute an automatic turn in a U shape. The automatic-turn execution unit is configured to execute: a gentle turn operation in which the work machine makes a gentle turn; and a counter-rotation turn operation in which the work machine makes a counter-rotation turn after the gentle turn operation.

Abstract: In an agricultural machine, a route creator creates a planned traveling route for a traveling vehicle body in a work area where a working device works using a material. An area setter sets, outside the work area, a replenishment area to replenish the material. A charge amount acquirer acquires a charge amount of the material. A remaining amount calculator calculates a remaining amount of the material based on the charge amount acquired and a material consumption of the material consumed by the work. A position setter sets a replenishment position to replenish the material in the replenishment area set by the area setter based on the remaining amount calculated by the remaining amount calculator. A position changer changes the replenishment position when a change reception switch receives change of the replenishment position. A display displays the changed replenishment position.

Abstract: A method for plantation treatment of a plantation field, the method comprising: determining (S10) an application rate decision logic (10) based on offline field data (Doff) relating to expected conditions on the plantation field (300); taking (S20) an image (20) of a plantation of a plantation field (300); recognizing (S30) objects (30) on the taken image (20); determining (S40) an application rate based on the determined application rate decision logic (10) and the recognized objects (30); and determining (S50) a control signal (S) for controlling a treatment arrangement (50) of a treatment device (200) based on the determined application rate.

Abstract: An information map is obtained by an agricultural system. The information map maps values of a topographic characteristic to different geographic locations in a field. An in-situ sensor detects values of an environmental characteristic as an agricultural work machine moves through the field. A predictive map generator generates a predictive map that predicts the environmental characteristic at different locations in the field based on a relationship between the values of the topographic characteristic and the values of the environmental characteristic detected by the in-situ sensor. The predictive map can be output and used in automated machine control.

Abstract: An inductor apparatus includes an inductor assembly mounted under a seed container such that seeds flow into a reservoir. An air conduit carrying pressurized air extends along the reservoir. Seed channels extend from an inlet located above a pickup air opening in the air conduit to an outlet, and a bypass channel extends downward from each seed channel through an upper wall of the air conduit. A pickup air stream flowing out the pickup air opening forms a seed air stream entrained with seeds flowing into each seed channel inlet and a bypass air stream flows from the air conduit through each bypass channel into each seed channel and the combined seed and bypass air streams flow out the seed channel outlets. The seed channel outlets can be arranged along each side of the inductor assembly, and the rate of flow of the bypass air stream can be adjusted.

Abstract: An agricultural equipment for distribution of product, such as a mixer, including a tank having at least one discharge opening, a bottom and a lateral wall, mounted on a chassis and provided with at least one discharge opening made in the lateral wall and defining a passage of rectangular shape, wherein a rotary drive mechanism that conveys the product through the opening is mounted in the tank and defines the first and second lateral rims of the opening in the direction of rotation of the mechanism. The discharge opening is provided in the region of the second lateral wall with at least one surface-occupying or volume-occupying obstructive structure that reduces the passage cross section of the opening and/or determines the geometry of this second rim at least partly.

Abstract: A pull behind orchard fertilizing device includes a hopper, a main frame, a wheel assembly, a material discharging assembly, a gear box, and a spreader. The hopper is mounted onto the main frame. The wheel assembly is rotatably mounted to the main frame. The material discharging assembly is integrated into the hopper so that the fertilizer that is stored within the hopper can be discharged into the spreader. The spreader is terminally mounted to the main frame and positioned below the hopper. The gear box is mounted to the main frame so that the wheel assembly can be operatively coupled with the material discharging assembly and the spreader through the main gear box, wherein discharged fertilizer from the hopper is dropped into the orchard field through the operation the spreader.

Abstract: A field planting system for planting seeds of at least two plant genotypes in a field includes a multi-variety planter operable to plant the seeds of the at least two plant genotypes in the field. The field planting system also includes a controller in operable communication with the multi-variety planter. The controller is configured to receive georeferenced field information for the field and plant information for the at least two plant genotypes, and generate a planting map for the field based on the georeferenced field information and the plant information, the planting map including a planting pattern for interplanting the seeds of the at least two plant genotypes. The controller is further configured to monitor a location of the multi-variety planter in the field, and control the multi-variety planter to plant the seeds of the at least two plant genotypes in the field according to the planting map.

Abstract: A supplemental monitoring and security function and system for use with an autonomous working machine such as a robotic lawn mower. The system may use cameras associated with the machine to capture image data and transmit the data to a remote computer. The system may be utilized as a theft deterrent for the mower itself, as well as provide a mobile sentry mode for surveilling and observing a property.

Abstract: A robotic work tool system (200) comprising a robotic work tool (100) comprising at least one body part (140, 140-1, 140-2, 140-3) and at least one navigation sensor (170, 175) being configured to receive a control signal (225, 235), wherein at least one of the at least one navigation sensor (170, 175) is arranged on the at least one body part (140, 140-1, 140-2, 140-3). The robotic work tool (100) being configured to determine that said control signal (225, 235) is not reliably received and in response thereto rotate at least one of the at least one body part (140, 140-1, 140-2, 140-3) comprising at least one of the at least one navigation sensor (170, 175) in a first direction to attempt to regain reliable reception of the control signal (225, 235).

Abstract: A mower deck hillside adjustment system includes an angle sensor such as an inertial measurement unit mounted to the mower deck for measuring the angle of the mower deck on the roll axis. The angle from the sensor is used to command a left actuator and a right actuator to raise or lower the left side or right side of the mower deck respectively so each side of the mower deck is at the same height to compensate for tire squat and eliminate step cuts.

Abstract: An image acquisition device and image processing method for an agricultural harvesting operation machine. The agricultural harvesting operation machine comprises a body and an image acquisition device; the image acquisition device comprises an image capturing component and a communication machine; the image acquisition device is mounted on the body; the communication machine is communicatably connected to the image capturing component so as to obtain acquired image information from the image capturing component, thereby assisting in adjusting the working position and operation speed of the body. Also provided is an image processing method. Information required by harvesting operation is taken into full consideration, images of the position of an agricultural harvesting operation machine are acquired, and multiple acquired images are efficiently processed.

Abstract: Work machines, control systems for work machines, and methods of operating work machines are disclosed herein. A work machine includes a chassis, a header, and a control system. The header is coupled to the chassis and positioned to remove crop material from the ground. The header includes a reel to draw crop material into the header so that the crop material may be conveyed rearwardly and a plurality of actuators to move the reel relative to a frame of the header in use of the work machine. The control system is coupled to the chassis and includes a controller communicatively coupled to the plurality of actuators and a single user input communicatively coupled to the controller that is configured to provide an input signal to the controller.

Abstract: A harvester includes a feed system operable at a feed speed and configured to feed a crop towards a blade. The blade is configured to cut the crop into crop billet and is operable at a cutting speed. The harvester further includes an optical sensor configured to generate a signal corresponding to a length of the crop billet and a control system with a processor, a memory, and a human-machine interface. The control system is configured to receive the signal and programmed to adjust one or both of the cutting speed or the feed speed based on the signal.

Abstract: A processor may receive an image of the collection of material having a plurality of objects. The processor may identify the anomaly from the plurality of objects. The processor may generate a bounding box for the anomaly. The processor may generate one or more picking points on the anomaly. The one or more picking points may be configured on at least one balance points of the anomaly. The processor may remove the anomaly from the collection of material via the one or more picking points.

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: A method for identifying the weight of a transportation group of bales includes receiving, compressing and shaping crop material into a plurality of bales, wrapping each bale of the plurality of bales with a binding material and attaching an identification tag to each of the bales. A bale ID is crated for each bale and a weight value for each of the bales is associated with the bale ID of the respective bale. The identification tag on the bale for each bale is assigned to the bale ID. The method reads the identification tag of each of plurality of bales and assigns the plurality of bales to a transportation group with a local bale handling device. The plurality of bales in the transportation group are loaded onto a truck, and the total weight of the transportation group is determined by totaling the weight value of each bale in the transportation group.

Abstract: A light fixture includes a housing, and a lighting module. The housing defines first and second portions. The second portion defines a window. The lighting module is at least partially disposed in the second portion. The lighting module includes a submount, a plurality of light emitting diodes, a lens cover, and an encapsulating material. The plurality of light emitting diodes is coupled with the submount and is configured to project light through the window. The lens cover includes an exterior surface and overlies the plurality of light emitting diodes and the submount such that the lens cover and the submount define an interior therebetween. The encapsulating material substantially fills the interior.

Abstract: A light source module for plant cultivation includes a main light source, an auxiliary light source unit, and a controller. The main light source unit emits background light which is visible light for growth of a plant. The auxiliary light source unit emits auxiliary light including UVB, UVC, or both to increase the content of phytochemicals in the plant. The controller controls operation of the main light source unit and the auxiliary light source unit based on a control signal.

Abstract: A planting structure includes a water filtering bag, a plurality of hanging ears mounted on an outer face of the water filtering bag, and a plurality of planting sources placed in the water filtering bag. The water filtering bag is made of permeable material with a permeation effect. The water filtering bag has an interior provided with a receiving space. The planting sources are received in the receiving space of the water filtering bag. Thus, the planting structure is directly hung on a cup by the hanging ears, so that the user plants and takes out the planting sources at any time according to the practical requirement.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to an enhanced method for installing vegetation on sloped roofs or walls by incorporating waterproofing and support for vegetation in the same shingle avoiding the need for a separate waterproofing membrane. The design is for a roofing shingle that can be made out of any water resistant plastic, plastic composite, metal or material with a reasonably low coefficient of thermal expansion. The shingle has an exposure that has a box for supporting drainage media, soil and vegetation and installs in a traditional method with a nail gun and with the normal head-lap for weatherproofing.

Abstract: A method for receiving, over a computer network, from a plurality of devices installed in an indoor farming module, a plurality of data associated with at least one of: a water level in a watering reservoir, a pH level in an irrigation system, a temperature in the indoor farming module, a humidity level in the indoor farming module, a carbon dioxide level in the indoor farming module, and a power relay status, filtering the received plurality of data on a remote computer based on a filtering field, displaying, in a plurality of panels, the filtered data received from the plurality of devices; configuring a plurality of schedules for the plurality of devices, wherein the plurality of schedules comprise at least one of an irrigation schedule, a lighting schedule, and a data collection schedule, and sending the configured plurality of schedules to one or more controllers of the indoor farming module.

Abstract: A greenhouse having a roof, a floor, two end walls, and two side wall. Along one of the end or side walls an elongated mixing space is present next to an elongated space for conditioned air. The mixing space is fluidly connected to the exterior of the greenhouse and fluidly connected to a growing space by means of one or more openings. The mixing space and the space for conditioned air are fluidly connected via one or more water pads and via a parallel bypass flow path. The growing space comprises a multitude of parallel ventilation conduits, wherein each conduit has an air inlet that is fluidly connected to the space for conditioned air.

Abstract: A modular lighting system is provided. The modular lighting system includes a first LED board. The first LED board includes one or more LED arrays. The one or more LED arrays include one or more ultraviolet LED light sources and one or more non-ultraviolet LED light sources. The first LED board further includes one or more constant current LED drivers configured to output a driver current for the one or more LED arrays. The modular lighting system further includes a second LED board. The second LED board includes one or more LED arrays. The one or more LED arrays include one or more non-ultraviolet LED light sources. The second LED board further includes one or more constant current LED drivers configured to output a driver current for the one or more LED arrays of the second LED board.

Abstract: The present invention is a mechanical technology that kills parasitic pests, harmful bacteria and weed seeds in the soil by using high-temperature steam while moving forward by using a caterpillar with a self-powered device in order to smoothly perform the eco-friendly high-temperature steam soil disinfection in all types of soils, such as clays and sandy soils, having suitable moisture content; a mechanical technology in which the steam boiler is operated with power of an A/C generator to produce steam the steam is supplied to the re-heater installed on an upper portion of a nozzle through a high-pressure steam hose to increase the steam temperature to reheat the steam with high-temperature dry steam, thereby increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of high-temperature steam soil disinfection, and a saw blade type crusher is activated with the pre-generated electrical energy to crush and soften the soil, so that the high-temperature steam sprayed from the steam outlet of the nozzle protected by the needle

Abstract: The present invention concerns an elongated sheet (1) for covering agricultural cultivated plants (2), with a basic film (3) of plastic, wherein a ventilation area (5) extending in the longitudinal sheet direction (L) and having a plurality of ventilation openings (6) is provided in the central area (4) of the basic film (3), wherein a cover film (9) of plastic extending in the longitudinal sheet direction (L) of the basic film (3) is applied to the ventilation area (5), forming free spaces (11) for air exchange, and is firmly welded to the basic film (3) over a plurality of connection areas (10) following one another in the longitudinal sheet direction (L), and wherein the connection area (10) is designed to be inclined, at least in some areas, with respect to a weld start point (12) and a weld end point (13) with respect to the cross direction (Q) extending orthogonally to the longitudinal sheet direction (L).

Abstract: The present invention concerns an elongated sheet (1) for covering cultivated plants (2), with a basic film (3) of plastic, wherein a ventilation area (5) extending in the longitudinal sheet direction (L) and having a plurality of ventilation openings (6) is provided in the central area (4) of the basic film (3), wherein at least one ventilation opening (6) comprises two opposite corners (29, 20) of the ventilation opening (6) in a cross direction (Q) of the sheet (1) extending at least substantially orthogonally to the longitudinal sheet direction (L).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for avoiding high temperature and maintaining yield of rice. The method prevents high temperature and builds a comprehensive disaster prevention and mitigation system by screening high-temperature resistant varieties, sowing at suitable time, cultivating strong seedlings, irrigating, applying silicon fertilizer and adjusting density, and chemically regulating; the method can avoid or attenuate heat injury, and be conducive to maintaining yield in disasters. The present disclosure is appropriate for areas prone to high temperature in China, especially for rice regions in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River and Southwest China, for example, Fuyang, Zhejiang Province, Lujiang, Anhui Province, Jingzhou, Hubei Province, and Luzhou, Sichuan Province.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coherent propagation growth substrate product (1) formed of man-made vitreous fibres (MMVF), the product (1) having two opposed top and bottom surfaces and at least one cavity (2) which is open at the top surface and which extends from the top surface towards the bottom surface, wherein a superabsorbent polymer (3) is provided in the cavity (2).

Abstract: A sprinkler apparatus, a flow rate control valve assembly, and a sprinkler irrigation system for providing an even distribution of water across an asymmetrically shaped water receiving area. The sprinkler apparatus comprises a pop-up sprinkler head with a base housing for confiningly receiving a pressurized water flow that actuates a nozzle housing slidingly and rotationally cooperating with the base housing to pop-up into an operating position for discharge of water through at least one pair of nozzle assemblies. The pair of nozzle assemblies comprise an upper nozzle assembly and a lower nozzle assembly near the top end of the nozzle housing. The upper nozzle assembly controllably projects the pressurized water flow for a precisely set distance, while the lower nozzle assembly comprises a vertical slit-shaped aperture through which water is discharged in a curtain effect. Together, the pair of nozzle assemblies achieve a substantially uniform elliptical linear spray pattern with a bias to outermost end.

Abstract: What is disclosed is a modular hydroponic enclosure comprising a hexagonally shaped base; a set of pillars attached to the hexagonally shaped base and to a hexagonally shaped roof, wherein the set of pillars support the roof. A method for a modular hydroponic enclosure comprising providing a hexagonally shaped base; providing a set of pillars attached to the hexagonally shaped base; and providing a hexagonally shaped roof attached to the set of pillars, and wherein the set of pillars support the roof.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosed technology are directed to devices and/or apparatuses for receiving, housing and displaying plants on surfaces having a repetitive pattern of elevation changes resulting in multiple horizontal planar surfaces of varying elevation. The apparatus may be, for example, a caddy adapted to conform to the staggered pattern of one or more steps, curbs, ledges, and/or walls. The caddy may be further adapted to receive and store, at an angle between 0 degrees and 90 degrees, an elongated planter. In further embodiments, a self-contained planter may be disclosed. The planter may be adapted for receiving soil, planting substrate and/or plants. The self-contained planter may have a base region adapted to conform to the staggered pattern of one or more stepped surfaces.

Abstract: A method of enhancing grain yield of a Gramineae plant is provided. The method comprises: (a) crossing a recipient plant with a donor plant comprising a sequence variation in a TPR allele, said sequence variation imparting enhanced grain yield; and (b) selecting a progeny plant of said crossing comprising said sequence variation by identifying said variation, said progeny plant being characterized by an improved grain yield relative to said recipient plant. Also provided are plants and processed products resultant of the method.

Abstract: A method of producing cannabinoids for use in medical treatments by growing cultured Cannabis sativa plant cells through tissue culture, the method comprising the steps of: selecting Cannabis sativa leaf tissue for culture; and growing a tissue culture from the selected leaf tissue in a liquid based medium whilst controlling the light exposure of the tissue culture to control the cannabinoid content of the tissue culture. Control of the light exposure can enable the phytocannabinoid content of the grown tissue culture to be tailored to the use intended for the tissue culture. For example, the THC content of the tissue culture can be controlled to be maximised or minimised depending on the intended use. Use of tissue culture is beneficial as compared to prior art methods as it allows for genetic consistency and reduces the resources necessary to produce plant cells containing phytocannabinoids.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to a Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz spring-type seed designated as “SO-100” derived from a cross between camelina accessions with high yield and oil quality attributes following conventional breeding methodologies.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to a Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz spring-type seed designated as “SO-110” derived from a cross between camelina accessions with high yield and oil quality attributes following conventional breeding methodologies.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to a Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz spring-type seed designated as “SO-120” derived from a cross between Camelina accessions with high yield and oil quality attributes following conventional breeding methodologies.

Abstract: The herbicide-tolerant rice cultivar designated ‘PVL02’ and its hybrids and derivatives are disclosed.

Abstract: The device for milking animals, in particular cows, is provided with a teat cup (10, 10A, 10C, 10D) having an outer sleeve (12) and an elastic teat-receiving tube (30). The teat-receiving tube (30) abuts the ends (14, 16) of the outer sleeve (12) in an air-tight manner. The teat-receiving tube (30) is surrounded by an annular space (46) which is divided in axial extension into at least two or three annular chambers (48, 50) which are separated from each other in an air-tight manner by a partition wall (52). Each annular chamber (48, 50) is in fluid communication with a pneumatic line via which the respective annular chamber (48, 50) can be selectively and independently of the respective adjacent annular chamber (48, 50) subjected to negative and/or positive pressure and atmospheric pressure in accordance with a predeterminable time-dependent pulsation pattern.

Abstract: The present pet waste station system is made up of a plurality of units having a sod section which fits into a tray. The method of preparing the system includes growing the sod section apart from the tray for a period. The sod section has live grass, a root system and a soil medium. Once the root system is established in the soil medium, the sod section is placed into the tray, which has a bottom, a series of walls and a ledge with a plurality of interlocking nodes. Two units can connect by engaging interlocking nodes from one unit to interlocking nodes of another unit. Once connected, the overlapping ledges form a seal that prevents liquid from escaping between two units when the pet waste station system is in use.

Abstract: A pet feeding device (10) for supplying, opening and disposing filled containers (12), with a pusher for flattening or compressing empty containers In a method for supplying, opening and disposing filled containers, empty containers are flattened or compressed by a pusher.

Abstract: The invention discloses a vortex water flowing device, which comprises a basin body, wherein the top of the basin body is provided with an inner concave area with a smooth downward concave arc surface, a water leakage hole is arranged at the lowest point of the inner concave area, a spiral diversion groove from bottom to top and from inside to outside is arranged on the inner wall of the inner concave area, and a water outlet is arranged at the top of the basin body corresponding to the highest point of the diversion groove.

Abstract: An animal water container has a container with an inlet opening and an outlet opening in which the inlet opening is positioned below the outlet opening, a water hose connected to the inlet opening and adapted to pass fresh water into an interior of the container, and a nozzle affixed to the inlet opening. The nozzle is positioned adjacent the bottom of the container. The nozzle is adapted to direct an unobstructed pressurized flow of water toward the bottom of the container so as to pressure wash, clean and remove debris from the interior of the container. The outlet opening is adapted to allow water from the interior of the container to be released outwardly of the container.

Abstract: An animal grooming and conditioning appliance for rotation by a hand held power drill. The appliance includes a drum secured to a rigid arbor. The drum defines an axis of rotation and has an array of flexible and resilient fingers that extend radially outward from the axis of rotation. The arbor extends coaxially away from a proximal end of the drum. The arbor is configured and arranged for operable engagement to the power drill for rotation of the drum about the axis of rotation.

Abstract: The invention is a series of three plush squeaking toys that are obscured within a decorative pop top can so that the user cannot see which character is inside the can, and provides a surprise toy which encourages the consumer to collect the set.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to products and methods useful for a dental chew toy capable of stimulating and/or cleaning the tooth surfaces and/or gums of a domesticated animal. The dental chew toy includes a plurality of flexible dental elements extending outward from a core member. A relatively flexible outer cover surrounds the core member and the plurality of dental elements. A plurality of apertures formed in the outer cover allow passage of the dental elements when the outer cover is compressed via chewing action of the animal. Hollow tubes may surround the dental elements to guide the dental elements through the apertures formed in the outer cover.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides generally for an improved system to constrain animals. More specifically, the present disclosure describes an animal safety constraint system that may be used to safely and securely restrain animals, such as for grooming, veterinary inspection, or shearing, as non-limiting examples. The animal safety constraint system may be customized to according to the needs of the user or the occupant. The animal safety constraint system may be mobile or stationary, depending on the configuration the user sets up for the animal safety constraint system.

Abstract: A canine harness pack assembly for enabling a canine to transport items includes a harness and a pack. The harness is attachable to a canine so that the harness is positioned around a chest of the canine. The pack is selectively engageable to a top of the harness so that the pack is substantially centered on a back of the canine. An item can be positioned in the pack therein so that the canine is positioned to transport the item.