Electronics · INCO 2026
The Smart Chilli Bot is a low-cost, autonomous robot built to improve tunnel-based chili cultivation. It addresses major farming issues, such as labor shortages and late disease detection, by fully automating the monitoring of crop health and environmental conditions
Equipped with an ESP32-CAM and various sensors, the bot patrols crop rows to analyze soil moisture, temperature, and even chili ripeness. It sends this data wirelessly to farmers in real-time, enabling quick, data-driven decisions that reduce chemical waste and improve crop yields.
The robot is designed to autonomously patrol through tunnel crop rows without requiring manual driving.
It uses an ESP32-CAM to visually monitor plants, allowing for the early detection of diseases and pest infestations.
It tracks crucial microclimate data, including temperature, humidity, and soil moisture levels, to help make optimized irrigation decisions.
It utilizes image-based color analysis to accurately identify when the chilies are ripe and ready for harvest.
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