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Android Operated Solar Disinfectant Sprayer Robot
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Product development
Abstract
Efficient and safe pesticide application remains a significant challenge in small- and medium-scale agriculture in India, where manual spraying exposes farmers to harmful chemicals and limits operational productivity. This study presents the design, development, and testing of a solar-powered, remote-controlled automatic pesticide spraying robot. The system integrates mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems, including DC motors for wheel movement, a DC pump for spraying, a multi-nozzle assembly, rechargeable batteries, and a Bluetooth-based control unit. The robot provides uniform pesticide distribution, adjustable nozzle height, and autonomous navigation over uneven terrain. Experimental results demonstrate that the robot can cover wide areas efficiently, with a flow rate of 3.16 liters per minute through four nozzles and a remote operation range of up to 50 meters, minimizing operator exposure to chemicals. The solar-assisted power supply ensures sustainable operation in rural areas with limited electricity access. The proposed system reduces labor requirements, enhances spraying uniformity, and provides a cost-effective, safe, and practical solution for agricultural pesticide application and disinfection in public spaces.
Keywords
Solar-Powered Sprayer, Automatic Pesticide Application, DC Motor-Driven Robot, Remote-Controlled Spraying, Agricultural Automation
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How to cite this paper
@article{1712643,
author = {Ashpakahmad G. Mulla, Anand N. Sonnad, Prajwal M. Kalakamb, Shravan M. Simikeri, Gagan K. Pujari},
title = {Android Operated Solar Disinfectant Sprayer Robot},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {6},
pages = {705-709},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1712643.pdf},
abstract = {Efficient and safe pesticide application remains a significant challenge in small- and medium-scale agriculture in India, where manual spraying exposes farmers to harmful chemicals and limits operational productivity. This study presents the design, development, and testing of a solar-powered, remote-controlled automatic pesticide spraying robot. The system integrates mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems, including DC motors for wheel movement, a DC pump for spraying, a multi-nozzle assembly, rechargeable batteries, and a Bluetooth-based control unit. The robot provides uniform pesticide distribution, adjustable nozzle height, and autonomous navigation over uneven terrain. Experimental results demonstrate that the robot can cover wide areas efficiently, with a flow rate of 3.16 liters per minute through four nozzles and a remote operation range of up to 50 meters, minimizing operator exposure to chemicals. The solar-assisted power supply ensures sustainable operation in rural areas with limited electricity access. The proposed system reduces labor requirements, enhances spraying uniformity, and provides a cost-effective, safe, and practical solution for agricultural pesticide application and disinfection in public spaces.},
keywords = {Solar-Powered Sprayer, Automatic Pesticide Application, DC Motor-Driven Robot, Remote-Controlled Spraying, Agricultural Automation},
month = {December},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I6-1712643}
}