Autonomous Drone Farming: Steep Terrain Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856882_0001_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Autonomous Drone Farming: Steep Terrain Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856882_0001_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856882_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,882.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed an autonomous robot system for steep terrain farming, which, although innovative, had limitations in terms of drone stability, route planning, and maintenance. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing adjustable wheelbase drones, optimized route planning, modular drone design, interconnected drone networks, and real-time monitoring and control.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention's novel features include the adjustable wheelbase drones, optimized route planning, modular drone design, interconnected drone networks, and real-time monitoring and control. These features provide a non-obvious improvement over the original patent, enabling more efficient, adaptable, and reliable steep terrain farming operations.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of drones, such as quadcopters or hexacopters, or the integration of additional sensors or tools to enhance farming operations. Variations of the invention could also include the application of the system to other types of terrain or environments, such as rugged or mountainous regions.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced autonomous robot system has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in regions with steep terrain that are difficult to farm using traditional methods. The system's ability to increase crop yields, reduce downtime, and improve efficiency could lead to increased adoption and revenue growth in the market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01B69/008
B B64 B64C39/02
G G01 G01C21/3461
G G01 G01C21/3469
G G05 G05D1/101
G G05 G05D2201/0201

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,882
TitleAutonomous robot system for steep terrain farming operations
Assignee(s)Kansas Stte University Research Foundation