Robotics
Autonomous And Clever Mulching

From Jens Frantzen, Robert Timmerberg* | Translated by AI 8 min Reading Time

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A Swiss company has developed a robot that takes over the time-consuming work of mulching. Thanks to reliable navigation and a solar-powered charging station, it can be used flexibly. Rotational brakes and structural dampers from ACE are also installed for safe, gentle operation.

Scarabaeus, the innovative mulching robot for maintaining orchards and green spaces, a market-ready design from Brüggli Industrie in Switzerland.(Image: Brüggli Industry)
Scarabaeus, the innovative mulching robot for maintaining orchards and green spaces, a market-ready design from Brüggli Industrie in Switzerland.
(Image: Brüggli Industry)

Mulching is important: deliberately leaving mown grass lying around improves moisture retention in the soil and provides nutrients for crops. At the same time, it reduces plant pests without having to use herbicides.