AI-Driven Concave Harvester System: Crop Yield Optimization
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Background and Problem Solved
Combine harvesters equipped with traditional rotary threshing systems often struggle to optimize threshing parameters for varying crop types and conditions, resulting in reduced crop yields and quality. The original patent addressed this issue by introducing a concave changing system, but it had limitations in terms of flexibility and real-time adaptability. The present invention solves this problem by integrating machine learning, sensor data, and advanced materials to create a modular, interchangeable concave system that can adapt to changing crop conditions in real-time.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in combine harvester technology by integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to create a real-time adaptive concave system. This is a significant departure from the original patent, which focused on a mechanical concave changing system. The inventive step lies in the use of AI-driven predictive analytics, sensor data, and advanced materials to create a modular, interchangeable concave system that can adapt to changing crop conditions in real-time.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include using different types of sensors, such as hyperspectral or multispectral cameras, to gather crop data. Additionally, the invention could be implemented using different machine learning algorithms or integrating with other agricultural systems, such as precision farming or autonomous tractors.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Concave Adjustment System has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in the combine harvester market. The invention could be marketed as a retrofit solution for existing combine harvesters or as an integrated system for new machines. The target market includes major agricultural companies, farming cooperatives, and individual farmers seeking to optimize crop yields and reduce waste.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01F12/28 |
| A | A01 | A01F12/26 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Agricultural machinery, specifically combine harvester threshing systems, with expertise in mechanical design, sensor integration, and agricultural engineering
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with 5-7 years of experience in agricultural equipment design, familiar with sensor technologies, mechanical adjustment systems, and basic machine learning applications in agricultural contexts
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI and sensor technologies into the existing mechanical concave adjustment system represents a predictable evolution of combine harvester technology. The source patent's fundamental concave adjustment mechanism provides a clear technical foundation for implementing more advanced sensing and adaptive control strategies. The proposed AI-driven system is a logical extension of existing mechanical design principles, utilizing well-known sensor and machine learning technologies to enhance the core mechanical functionality.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Concave support and adjusment system for combine harvester |
| Assignee(s) | AGCO Corporation |