AI-Powered Adaptive Agricultural Header Control System

Publication ID: 24-11856891_0006_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Powered Adaptive Agricultural Header Control System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856891_0006_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856891_0006_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. 11,856,891.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent (Systems and methods for controlling an agricultural header) provided a foundational control system for agricultural headers. However, it had limitations in adapting to varying crop canopy heights, soil inclinations, and crop density. The present invention addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced sensor arrays, machine learning, and real-time data analysis to optimize harvesting parameters and minimize crop loss.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the use of advanced sensor arrays, machine learning, and real-time data analysis to optimize harvesting parameters, which is not present in the original patent. The integration of these components provides a significant improvement in harvesting efficiency and crop loss minimization.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different sensor types, such as lidar or camera-based systems, or the integration of weather data and soil moisture sensors to further optimize harvesting parameters. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in various crop types and agricultural environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Adaptive Agricultural Header Control System has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in the areas of precision farming and autonomous harvesting. The system could be marketed to farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and equipment manufacturers, with potential applications in various crop types, including corn, soybeans, and wheat.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01D41/141
A A01 A01D41/1278

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,891
TitleSystems and methods for controlling an agricultural header
Assignee(s)CNH Industrial America LLC