From passive contact to active Regulation: A Multi-Sensor-Based adaptive buffer pipeline system for Low-Damage apple collection

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a low-damage adaptive buffer pipeline system for apple collection using multi-sensor technology.
• Developed an adaptive buffer pipeline system inspired by biological valve mechanisms.
• Proposed a multi-sensor fusion adaptive control method for buffering apples.
• Optimized structural parameters using PB test, CCD, and NSGA-II multi-objective optimization.
• Bench and field tests confirm a low damage rate in apple collection.
• Achieved excellent harvesting efficiency through the adaptive system.