Automation and Robotics in Forest Harvesting Operations

IF 2.7 2区 农林科学 Q1 FORESTRY
R. Visser, O. Obi
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Abstract

Technology development, in terms of both capability and cost-effective integration, is moving at a fast pace. While advanced robotic systems are already commonplace in controlled workspaces such as factories, the use of remote controlled or autonomous machines in more complex environments, such as for forest operations, is in its infancy. There is little doubt autonomous machinery will play an important role in forest operations in the future. Many machine functions already have the support of automation, and the implementation of remote control of the machine where an operator can operate a piece of equipment, typically in clear line-of sight, at least is commonly available. Teleoperation is where the operator works from a virtual environment with live video and audio feedback from the machine. Since teleoperation provides a similar operator experience to working in the machine, it is relatively easy for an operator to use teleoperation. Autonomous systems are defined by being able to perform certain functions without direct control of a human operator. This paper presents opportunities for remote control, teleoperated machines in forest operations and presents examples of existing developments and ideas from both forestry and other industries. It identified the extraction phase of harvesting as the most logical placement of autonomous machines in the near-term. The authors recognise that, as with all emerging technologies and sectors, there is ample scope for differences in opinions as to what will be commercially successful in the future.
森林采伐作业中的自动化和机器人技术
从能力和成本效益一体化两方面来看,技术发展正在快速发展。虽然先进的机器人系统在工厂等受控工作场所已经很常见,但在更复杂的环境中使用远程控制或自主机器,如森林作业,还处于起步阶段。毫无疑问,自主机械将在未来的森林作业中发挥重要作用。许多机器功能已经有了自动化的支持,并且至少通常可以实现机器的远程控制,操作员可以在清晰的视线中操作设备。远程操作是指操作员在虚拟环境中工作,并从机器获得实时视频和音频反馈。由于远程操作提供了与在机器中工作类似的操作员体验,因此操作员使用远程操作相对容易。自主系统的定义是能够在没有操作员直接控制的情况下执行某些功能。本文介绍了远程控制、远程操作机器在森林作业中的机会,并举例说明了林业和其他行业的现有发展和想法。它将收割的提取阶段确定为近期内最合乎逻辑的自主机器布局。作者们认识到,与所有新兴技术和行业一样,对于未来商业上的成功,存在很大的意见分歧。
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来源期刊
CiteScore
5.20
自引率
12.50%
发文量
23
审稿时长
>12 weeks
期刊介绍: Croatian Journal of Forest Engineering (CROJFE) is a refereed journal distributed internationally, publishing original research articles concerning forest engineering, both theoretical and empirical. The journal covers all aspects of forest engineering research, ranging from basic to applied subjects. In addition to research articles, preliminary research notes and subject reviews are published. Journal Subjects and Fields: -Harvesting systems and technologies- Forest biomass and carbon sequestration- Forest road network planning, management and construction- System organization and forest operations- IT technologies and remote sensing- Engineering in urban forestry- Vehicle/machine design and evaluation- Modelling and sustainable management- Eco-efficient technologies in forestry- Ergonomics and work safety
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