Agricultural Technologies
Field Controlled Release Devices (F-CRDs)
F-CRDs are the next vector control and crop protection devices that combine especially formulated active ingredients (AIs) and a smart mass transfer processes. F-CRDs have been designed to synergistically work with new formulations to provide maximum protection in an environmentally friendly manner.
Application Examples: houses, gardens, fields.
Examples of Targeted Vectors: mosquitoes, ticks, flies, ants.
Examples of Targeted Invasive Species: psyllids, weevils, beetles.
Examples of AI: transfluthrin, metofluthrin, deltamethrin, DEET.
TPMS represeents the future operating system for vector and crop protection that use UAVs for detection and treatment of large fields against vectors. TPMS offers a unique optimization solution that allows to deploy UAVs based on the spatial protection needs in conjunction with environmental variables. TPMS allows for protection planning proving a comprehensive preventive and treatment solution.
Application Examples: vineyards, timber fields, groves, orchards.
Examples of Targeted Invasive Species: psyllids, weevils, beetles.
Examples of AI: transfluthrin, metofluthrin, deltamethrin, imidacloprid.
UAV-based Tactical Pest Management System (TPMS)
Controlled Release Particles (CRPs)
CRPs are next generation formulations for protection against invasive pythopathogen vectors and unwanted plants (weeds). CRPs rely on particle encapsulation of AIs, which can include RNA for interference, and functionalization to perform targeted controlled release to optimize treatment effectiveness and decrease environmental toxicity. Examples for which CRPs can be used are: herbicides, larvicides, repellents, insecticides.
Application Examples: vineyards, timber fields, groves, orchards.
Examples of Targeted Invasive Species: psyllids, weevils, beetles.
Examples of AIs: BTI, imidacloprid, transfluthrin.