Solar Powered Palm Tree Climber Bot

Nivetha John; Mohammed Thousiff S; Anncy J; Menakha T; Mowlika A; Lingesh R.N

doi:10.34256/ijceae2522

Nivetha John Department of Agricultural Engineering, RVS Technical Campus, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Mohammed Thousiff S Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Anncy J Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Menakha T Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Mowlika A Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Lingesh R.N Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

DOI: https://doi.org/10.34256/ijceae2522

Keywords: Palm Tree Climber, Arduino, Solar-Powered, Smart Agriculture, Renewable Energy in Farming, IOT in Agricultural

Abstract

This project introduces a palm tree climber robot that can move up and down the tree and perform cutting operations without needing a person to climb. The system is built using an Arduino microcontroller, DC motors, and a Bluetooth module that allows control through a mobile phone. Commands like UP, DOWN, and CUT are sent wirelessly, making it easy and safe to operate from the ground. The robot runs on a 12V lithium-ion battery, which is charged using a solar panel, so there is no need for electricity from outside. By using solar energy and wireless control, the system becomes suitable for remote and rural farming areas. It is energy-efficient, user-friendly, and supports eco-friendly farming practices. This project aims to make tree-based farming safer and more efficient with the help of basic electronics and renewable energy.

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