Red Palm Weevil Treatment Robot

Abstract

Annually, palm trees face a threat from palm AIDS, a condition caused by the infiltration of the red palm weevil into the tree trunk. This pest silently gnaws away at the palm tree without clear early symptoms. Symptoms typically manifest when it's too late to save the tree. To address this issue, we have developed a robot equipped with sensors including sound, radiological imaging, and soil moisture and acidity sensors that promptly detect signs of infestation. This robot employs two arms to administer therapeutic treatments upon receiving signals from the interconnected sensor circuit. Our experiments have successfully demonstrated the robot's ability to respond effectively to the presence of the insect as indicated by sensor signals.