How To Buy An Agricultural Robot Chassis?

Robot Chassis is crucial in the agricultural robot industry. Choosing the inappropriate chassis can lead to a series of serious consequences: frequent robot breakdowns, a significant decrease in operational efficiency, a surge in repair needs leading to skyrocketing maintenance costs, and even unstable performance that can delay the entire project, impacting the timeliness and economic benefits of agricultural production.

In the agricultural robot industry, the chassis's terrain adaptability directly determines its performance in complex farmland environments. Many robots perform well in lab or flatland testing, but once in the field, they often become stuck in mud, unable to climb slopes, or get stuck in ditches.

To avoid these common pitfalls, consider the following key factors:

1. Is the chassis suitable for mud, sand, gravel, or sloping terrain, with the maximum supported slope and measured data clearly stated?

2. Is ground clearance sufficient, and does the wheel diameter or track width match the crop row spacing to avoid crushing seedlings or jamming?

3. Is it equipped with four-wheel independent suspension or adaptive leveling to handle undulating terrain?

4. And does the drive system provide sufficient torque and grip to ensure stable operation in slippery or soft soil?

We can provide you with real-world field test videos to verify the chassis' performance in target terrain (such as paddy fields, hills, and sandy soils), and provide customer scenario compatibility tables to clarify the chassis' suitability for different crops (such as rice and corn) or terrain. We recommend a chassis with a modular design that allows for flexible adjustment of wheel or track configurations based on your field conditions, improving the robot's stability and efficiency in complex environments.

The chassis's load capacity and endurance directly impact operational efficiency. Common problems include: after loading agricultural implements, pesticide boxes, or fruit baskets, the robot operates sluggishly due to excessive load, insufficient battery life to complete a full operation, or frequent motor overheating.

To avoid these risks, pay attention to the following key points:

1. Confirm whether the standard load includes agricultural implements and the operating load (for example, if the standard load is 200 kg, but the spray tank is already 150 kg after adding water, is there sufficient remaining load?);

2. Whether the battery compartment supports quick-release or expansion design, and is compatible with mainstream battery specifications for future upgrades.

We can provide actual endurance data under full load (not empty load), accompanied by an accompanying "operation cycle" test report, reflecting the chassis' performance in real-world farmland operation scenarios.

We can simulate load and endurance based on actual operation scenarios (such as spraying and harvesting) and recommend selecting a chassis that supports a modular battery design and high-torque motors to ensure the robot can stably and efficiently complete heavy-load operations, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

Farmland environments are far harsher than laboratory environments. The protection level and durability of an agricultural robot chassis directly determine its ability to withstand these harsh conditions. Choosing the inappropriate chassis can lead to serious problems: heavy rain causing a short circuit, dust intrusion into the motor causing failure, or brackets rusting and breaking in just three months.

To mitigate these risks, focus on the following:

1. Confirm that the motor, electronic control, and sensors meet IP65 or IP67 water and dust resistance ratings to withstand rain and mud;

2. Check that structural components are made of rust-resistant materials, such as anodized aluminum or stainless steel screws, to extend their service life;

3. Ensure that bearings, hubs, and transmission components are sealed to prevent mud and sand from entering, causing wear or failure.

We can provide you with a "Salt Spray Test Report" to verify corrosion resistance or a "200-Hour Field Endurance Report" to confirm the chassis's long-term reliability in real-world farmland conditions. We recommend prioritizing chassis with high protection levels and corrosion resistance to ensure stable operation in wet and dusty farmland environments, reducing maintenance frequency and replacement costs.

During the busy farming season, the ease of maintenance of agricultural robot chassis directly impacts operational continuity, and delays can result in financial losses: replacing wheels requires disassembling the entire chassis, adjusting encoders requires factory repair, or waiting times exceeding a week due to parts shortages.

To avoid these issues, pay attention to the following key points:

1. Confirm whether the chassis supports quick-release features, such as quick replacement of wheels, batteries, or drive modules, to minimize downtime;

2. Check that wearing parts (such as tires, belts, and bearings) are standardized and easily available to avoid dependence on a single supplier;

3. We provide detailed repair guides with pictures or videos, and have regional service points for rapid support.

Notes:

1. Verify that the supplier provides detailed deployment guidance, commissioning support, and remote fault diagnosis to reduce initial operational difficulties.

2. Verify that the supplier has a local service team or partner repair locations to ensure rapid response to on-site issues.

3. Inquire about spare parts availability and availability within 48 hours in emergency situations to ensure timely repairs.

4. Prioritize manufacturers with comprehensive technical documentation, remote support, and a strong parts supply chain to ensure rapid resolution of equipment failures during the busy agricultural season, minimizing downtime and losses.