Biomimetic robotics heralds new era in dairy farming
Andrew Peacock
(Andrew Peacock is based at IceRobotics Limited, Scottish Microelectronics Centre, Edinburgh EH9 3JF, Scotland, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 131 650 7457; Fax: +44 (0) 131 650 7475; E‐mail: info@icerobotics.co.uk; Web site: www.icerobotics.co.uk)
Robert Boyce
(Robert Boyce is based at IceRobotics Limited, Scottish Microelectronics Centre, Edinburgh EH9 3JF, Scotland, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 131 650 7457; Fax: +44 (0) 131 650 7475; E‐mail: info@icerobotics.co.uk; Web site: www.icerobotics.co.uk)
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Abstract
Describes an automated robotic milking system that allows self‐milking by cows. Benefits include increased yield, improved cow welfare and reduced labour. Describes elephant‐trunk robotic arms and vision guidance system for teat acquisition.
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Citation
Peacock, A. and Boyce, R. (2003), "Biomimetic robotics heralds new era in dairy farming", Industrial Robot, Vol. 30 No. 5, pp. 414-416. https://doi.org/10.1108/01439910310492158
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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