AI-Powered Concave Harvester System: Precision Agriculture

Publication ID: 24-11856893_0010_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Powered Concave Harvester System: Precision Agriculture,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856893_0010_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856893_0010_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

The original patent disclosed a concave changing system for combine harvesters, but it had limitations in terms of manual adjustments, lack of real-time crop sensing, and limited concave customization options. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing AI-powered crop sensing, autonomous concave adjustment, and modular design, enabling farmers to optimize threshing performance, reduce waste, and increase overall efficiency.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The invention's novelty lies in the integration of AI-powered crop sensing, autonomous concave adjustment, and modular design, which enables real-time optimization of threshing performance and minimizes waste. The inventive step is the use of machine learning algorithms to determine optimal concave settings and the development of a cloud-based concave optimization platform for personalized configuration recommendations.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different AI algorithms, varying concave module designs, or integration with other agricultural technologies such as precision farming or autonomous tractors. Variations could also include the application of this technology to other agricultural machines or industries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in the combine harvester market. The system's ability to optimize threshing performance, reduce waste, and increase efficiency could lead to increased adoption by farmers, resulting in increased crop yields and reduced environmental impact. The market for this technology is expected to grow rapidly as the agricultural industry continues to adopt precision agriculture and automation technologies.

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