Development of a precision farming system based on the use of UAVs for spraying pesticides and fertilizers

Abstract

Further effective development of the precision farming system is largely associated with the use of UAVs for spraying pesticides and fertilizers. The article analyzes the characteristics of UAVs for spraying pesticides and fertilizers (spraying drones) and notes the advantages of UAVs for aerial spraying, as well as the problems that hinder their use. Previously published work discusses the use of agricultural UAVs to spray liquid pesticides, but it should be noted that dry crop protection products, including biological pesticides and dry fertilizers, can also be used. Conditions are given that require the expanded use of UAVs for spraying pesticides and fertilizers as part of the further development of a precision farming system. These conditions confirm that the development of a UAV-based precision agriculture system for spraying fertilizers and pesticides for plant protection is currently a viable option when choosing unmanned aerial equipment. The swarm (or group) use of agricultural UAVs is promising. In this case, research into the microprocessor performance of drone swarms is of particular importance to improve the safety of UAV transport and technological cycles, which combine ground and airborne operations performed by both the operator and the components of the unmanned aircraft system.