The ARA is a Research robot developed by Ecorobotix (Switzerland), launched 2013, priced at $165,000 USD.
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Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint18%66/100
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%86/100
Company maturity8%65/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%26/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%80/100
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Market momentum2%100/100
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Overview
ultra-high-precision spot sprayer, 6.2 m width, solar-powered, 95% herbicide reduction
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
1 known operator in United States
Viability
$50.0M raisedest. 2013
ARA shown at World Ag Expo 2024
Price
$165,000
Specifications
Category: Research- Speed
- 2 m/s
- Weight
- 1,200 kg
- Launch year
- 2013
- Price
- $165,000 USD
- Status
- active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $50.0M
- Founded
- 2013
Detailed specifications
Other14
- Price Tier
- high
- Max Speed M S
- 2
- Company Country
- CH
- Navigation Type
- field robotics / tractor-mounted, GPS not specified
- Deployment Notes
- Mounted ultra-high precision spot sprayer for field crops; operates day or night and can run independently of light conditions. Uses cameras and AI to distinguish crops, weeds, and soil, with targeted spraying of individual plants.
- Walking Speed Ms
- 2
- Youtube Video Id
- WBV8G_OZkCA
- Compatible Vision
- Proprietary high-resolution camera-based vision system with AI plant recognition; not stated to be compatible with third-party vision systems.
- Industries Served
- agriculture
- Software Platform
- Ecorobotix proprietary AI Plant-by-Plant / UHP (Ultra-High Precision) software
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Countries Available
- EU countries; United States; Canada; South America; United Kingdom
- Programming Interface
- no_code_gui
- Additional Information
- Versatile & Labor-Saving: Operate day or night with minimal manual intervention, reducing your labor costs and increasing efficiency.,AI-Driven Precision Spraying: Achieve up to 95% reduction in plant protection product usage with ultra-targeted, AI-powered spraying.,Increase of Profitability: Boost your yields and profitability by significantly reducing inputs and operational costs.,Fast ROI & Cost Advantage: Payback in ~2–4 years thanks to lower equipment costs compared to recent technologies.,ARA is controlled via a supplied tablet and is easily regulated from the user interface in three clicks by selecting crop, treatment, and pressure.,ARA is supplied with a dual tank system, a three point front hitch (CAT2), and an integrated hydraulic pumping system.,The cameras rapidly gather images of the ground which are then processed by the Plant-by-Plant Software system in order to detect and treat plants and weeds.,Different tire sets are available for crops or grasslands and are spaced 1.5-2m (4.9-6.6ft) apart.,ARA's three modules measures 6m (19.7ft) wide and can travel at a speed of 7.2 km/h (4.66 mph). To avoid drift, ARA is equipped with a bottom black protective cover.,ARA uses cameras to take pictures of the field and differentiate between soil, crops and weeds. Depending on the farmer's requirements, the machine targets and sprays the plants with precise dosages, ensuring that only the areas that need treatment are affected.,ARA can be used in all crops. Specific crops algorithms allow differentiation between the crop and other plants, enabling spot applications only on the crop or on every weed, depending on the selected application.,Other algorithms, like 'All Plants', identify and spray all plants (irrespective to the crop or weed), saving product from being wasted on bare soil.,ARA can be used in crops that still have no algorithm. These algorithms allow the ARA to identify plants in general.,There is no limitation on the tractor’s horsepower (hp), but the limitation lies in its load capacity (weight to be carried).,The tractor should be capable of carrying 1'100 kg (2'430 lbs) at 1.2 m (3.3 ft) from the tractor’s connector on the back and 1'000 kg (2205 lbs) at 0.8 m (2.6 ft) from the tractor’s connector in the front.,Therefore, tractors superior to 90 hp are recommended, with most clients falling in the 120 hp range.,ARA is recognized for innovation, sustainability, and positive impact.,ARA uses an AI-driven precision spraying technology.,ARA is designed to minimize drift, with covers on every side of the machine that significantly reduces the influence of wind.,ARA can reduce plant protection product usage by 50% to over 95%, depending on the target (crop or weeds), crop stage, and weed infestation.,ARA can reduce the need for manual labor, resulting in major savings.,ARA reduces the stress induced to the crop by plant protection products. The crop does not have to detoxify from unnecessary selective products and dedicates all its energy to growth.,ARA can promote inherent growth and achieve an earlier harvest compared to conventional farming.,ARA can reduce phytotoxicity, allowing for quicker market access and improved profitability.,ARA can detect and treat weeds with a minimum size of up to 4 x 4 mm (0.16 x 0.16 inches), encompassing both dicotyledons and monocotyledons.,ARA can detect and treat weeds up to a height of 40 cm (15.8 inches), with no limitation on width or length.,ARA can detect and treat crops up to a height of 40 cm (15.8 inches), with no limitation on width or length.,ARA can detect and treat crops at the phenological stage of V2 (two true leaves) and beyond.,ARA can be used in all crops, with specific crops algorithms allowing differentiation between the crop and other plants, enabling spot applications only on the crop or on every weed, depending on the selected application.,ARA can be used in crops that still have no algorithm, with algorithms allowing the ARA to identify plants in general.,The recommended maximum tractor driving speed for operations with ARA is 7.2 km/h (4.5 mph).,ARA's performance remains consistent at different speeds.,The mixture concentration needs to be adapted to the desired speed.,ARA can be used in crops that still have no algorithm.,ARA can be used in all crops, with specific crops algorithms allowing differentiation between the crop and other plants, enabling spot applications only on the crop or on every weed, depending on the selected application.,ARA can be used in crops that still have no algorithm, with algorithms allowing the ARA to identify plants in general.,ARA can be used in all crops, with specific crops algorithms allowing differentiation between the crop and other plants, enabling spot applications only on the crop or on every weed, depending on the selected application.,ARA can be used in crops that still have no algorithm, with algorithms allowing the ARA to identify plants in general.,ARA is recognized for innovation, sustainability, and positive impact.,ARA uses an AI-driven precision spraying technology.,ARA is designed to minimize drift, with covers on every side of the machine that significantly reduces the influence of wind.,ARA can reduce plant protection product usage by 50% to over 95%, depending on the target (crop or weeds), crop stage, and weed infestation.,ARA can reduce the need for manual labor, resulting in major savings.,ARA reduces the stress induced to the crop by plant protection products. The crop does not have to detoxify from unnecessary selective products and dedicates all its energy to growth.,ARA can promote inherent growth and achieve an earlier harvest compared to conventional farming.,ARA can reduce phytotoxicity, allowing for quicker market access and improved profitability.
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Company milestones
- Feb 2024MilestoneARA shown at World Ag Expo 2024
- Jan 2024MilestoneWorld Ag Expo 2024 showcase
- Jan 2024DeploymentARA unveiled to the U.S. ag market
- Sep 2023DeploymentARA debuts in the United States
- 2024Milestone1,000 ARA sprayers sold worldwide
- 2023DeploymentExpanded to the U.S. market
- 2021LaunchARA launched
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the ARA?
- The ARA is developed by Ecorobotix, based in Switzerland.
- What type of robot is the ARA?
- The ARA is a Research robot made by Ecorobotix.
- How much does the ARA cost?
- The ARA is priced $165,000 USD.
- When was the ARA launched?
- The ARA was launched in 2013.
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