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AviSpray-10c

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AvironiX Drones, a Chennai-based deep-tech drone company, has recently announced the launch of AviSpray-10c, a next-generation agricultural spraying drone aimed at improving precision farming and reducing operational costs for Indian farmers.

About AviSpray-10c

The AviSpray-10c is a compact, backpack-sized agricultural spraying drone that is 53% smaller than most drones in the current generation.
It has been developed by
AvironiX Drones, a company focused on precision agriculture and defence technologies.

The drone is specifically designed to reduce costs, operational complexity, and manpower requirements associated with drone-based crop spraying in India.

Unlike many agricultural drones that are primarily tested in laboratory environments, the AviSpray-10c has undergone extensive real-world validation. It is built on operational insights gained from spraying over 6,000 acres of farmland, covering diverse crops such as sugarcane and paddy.

Key Advantages of AviSpray-10c

Portability and Ease of Transport

  • The backpack-sized form factor allows the drone to be easily transported on scooters and bicycles.

  • It eliminates the need for bulky transport vehicles and permanent drone mounting boxes.

Operational Efficiency

  • The drone enables single-operator deployment, removing the need for an assistant.

  • It can cover up to 5 acres per battery charge, representing a 60% improvement over comparable agricultural drones.

  • Reduced battery requirements result in lower upfront capital costs and lower fuel and energy consumption.

Precision and Safety Features

  • The AviSpray-10c offers a two-fold improvement in spraying accuracy, ensuring efficient and uniform pesticide application.

  • It is equipped with terrain-following radar and collision-avoidance systems, enhancing safety and performance in uneven fields.

  • The drone supports multiple nozzle configurations and swappable chemical tanks, allowing flexibility for different crops and spraying needs.

Significance for Indian Agriculture

The AviSpray-10c supports the adoption of drone-based precision farming, helping reduce chemical wastage, labour dependency, and operational costs.
By making agricultural drones more
affordable, portable, and farmer-friendly, it contributes to sustainable agriculture, higher productivity, and the goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat in agri-technology.


 


 

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