AI-Driven Concave Harvester System: Crop Yield Optimization

Publication ID: 24-11856893_0005_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Driven Concave Harvester System: Crop Yield Optimization,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856893_0005_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856893_0005_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. 11,856,893.

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

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01F12/28
A A01 A01F12/26

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,893
TitleConcave support and adjusment system for combine harvester
Assignee(s)AGCO Corporation