As the agricultural sector seeks solutions to increasing demands for food production, environmental sustainability, and labor shortages, Naïo Orio emerges as a key player in addressing these challenges. This versatile agricultural robot represents a significant leap forward in farming technology, offering a harmonious blend of functionality, versatility, and environmental consciousness.
Naïo Orio is designed to support farmers in their transition to more efficient and sustainable farming practices. Its core appeal lies in its ability to perform multiple tasks with precision and efficiency, from weeding and planting to soil analysis and crop monitoring. This modular design allows for seamless adaptation to various agricultural needs, positioning Naïo Orio at the forefront of the evolution of farming.
Key Features
The Naïo Orio stands out as a highly versatile tool carrier, equipped with a standard Category 3-point hitch. This crucial feature ensures compatibility with a wide array of existing farm implements, including seeders, tine harrows, and mechanical weeders, enabling farmers to integrate it seamlessly into their current operations without needing specialized tools. Its 100% electric and zero-emission operation, powered by four 3000 W electrical engines and swappable Iron-Phosphate Lithium batteries, underscores a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, reducing the carbon footprint of farming activities.
Precision and autonomy are at the heart of the Orio's design. It utilizes a sophisticated GNSS RTK guidance system, GPS, advanced sensors, and a camera-guided side-shift system, all controlled by AI-based intelligence, to achieve centimetre-level accuracy in the field. This advanced navigation allows for highly precise execution of tasks such as in-row and intra-row weeding, minimizing crop damage and maximizing efficiency. Furthermore, its 'Augmented Autonomy' system, coupled with CEC certified safety features like bumpers, LIDARs, geo-fencing, and obstacle detection, ensures safe operation even without continuous human supervision for repetitive tasks.
The robot's lightweight construction, weighing 1450 kg (1550 kg with additional batteries), is a significant advantage, as it minimizes soil compaction. This preserves soil health and structure, which is vital for long-term productivity and sustainability. The modular design not only facilitates quick tool changes but also, along with its swappable battery system, provides extended operational windows, capable of covering up to 9 hectares per day or running for 8-12 hours with active power tools. This ensures that critical tasks can be completed efficiently within optimal timeframes. Additionally, the Naïo Orio gathers valuable data during its missions, supporting smart farming initiatives and providing actionable insights for better farm management.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Motorization | 4 x 3000 W - 48 V electrical engines |
| Energy (Standard) | 4 batteries (21.5 kWh) |
| Energy (Option) | 6 batteries (32.3 kWh) |
| Battery Type | Swappable Iron-Phosphate Lithium |
| Operational Autonomy | Up to 9 ha per day or 8-12 hours of operation with active power tools |
| Weight | 1450 kg (1550 kg with additional batteries) |
| Length | 417 cm |
| Width | Center wheel width + 23 cm |
| Height | 210 cm |
| Speed | Up to 5.5 km/h |
| Navigation System | GNSS RTK guidance system, GPS and advanced sensors, camera-guided side-shift system, AI-based control |
| Safety Features | Bumper, LIDARs, geo-fencing module, obstacle detection sensors, CEC certified safety |
| Lifting Capacity | 700 kg |
| Track Widths | 150 to 175 cm, 180 to 215 cm |
| Power Source | 100% electric |
Use Cases & Applications
Naïo Orio is engineered to be a multifunctional asset across a variety of agricultural operations. One of its primary applications is high-precision weeding, employing mechanical, in-row, and intra-row techniques to effectively manage weeds without the extensive use of chemical herbicides. This is particularly beneficial for delicate crops like lettuce, onions, and carrots.
Beyond weeding, the robot excels in seeding and planting, utilizing its centimetre-level accuracy to ensure optimal spacing and depth for various crops, including sugar beets and young trees. This precision contributes directly to improved crop establishment and yield potential. Farmers also deploy Orio for soil preparation and tillage, where its lightweight design helps maintain soil structure and health.
Furthermore, the Naïo Orio is instrumental in crop monitoring and soil analysis. Equipped with advanced sensors, it can collect valuable data on crop health, growth patterns, and soil conditions, providing farmers with critical information for informed decision-making. Its versatility extends to cultivating and harrowing, making it a comprehensive tool carrier for a wide range of agricultural tasks in open fields, large vegetable production, horticulture, and even seed production operations.
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Strengths ✅ | Weaknesses ⚠️ |
|---|---|
| Versatile Tool Carrier: Equipped with a Category 3-point hitch, compatible with a wide range of standard farm implements (seeders, tine harrows, mechanical weeders), allowing for diverse applications. | Price Not Publicly Available: The cost is not transparent, which can make initial budgeting challenging for potential buyers. |
| 100% Electric and Zero-Emission: Powered by 4x 3000 W electrical engines and swappable Iron-Phosphate Lithium batteries, promoting environmental sustainability and reducing carbon footprint. | Requires RTK GPS Infrastructure: Optimal precision relies on RTK GPS signals, which may require additional investment in base stations or subscription services. |
| High-Precision Autonomous Operation: Utilizes GNSS RTK guidance, GPS, advanced sensors, and AI-based control for centimetre-level accuracy in tasks like weeding and planting. | Limited Top Speed: A maximum speed of 5.5 km/h might be slower than conventional machinery, potentially affecting efficiency for very large fields or transport between plots. |
| Augmented Autonomy & Safety: Features a CEC certified safety system with bumper, LIDARs, geo-fencing, and obstacle detection, allowing safe autonomous operation without constant human supervision for repetitive tasks. | Specific Track Widths: While offering adjustable track widths (150-175 cm, 180-215 cm), these might not perfectly match all existing row configurations on every farm. |
| Minimal Soil Compaction: Its lightweight design (1450 kg) helps preserve soil health by significantly reducing compaction compared to heavier traditional machinery. | |
| Extended Operational Windows: Swappable battery system offers up to 9 hectares per day or 8-12 hours of operation with active power tools, ensuring continuous work. |
Benefits for Farmers
Naïo Orio delivers substantial business value to farmers by addressing critical challenges in modern agriculture. Its autonomous operation leads to significant time savings by automating repetitive and labor-intensive tasks such as weeding and planting, freeing up valuable human resources for more strategic activities. This automation also directly translates into cost reduction by decreasing the reliance on manual labor and, through precision weeding, minimizing the need for expensive chemical herbicides.
The robot's high precision in tasks like seeding and crop care contributes to yield improvement by ensuring optimal conditions for plant growth and reducing crop damage. Furthermore, its 100% electric and lightweight design promotes sustainability. By eliminating emissions and reducing soil compaction, Naïo Orio helps farmers adopt more environmentally friendly practices, leading to healthier soils and a reduced ecological footprint. The collection of valuable data also empowers farmers with insights for optimizing resource use and making data-driven decisions, ultimately enhancing overall farm efficiency and profitability.
Integration & Compatibility
The Naïo Orio is designed for seamless integration into existing farm operations. Its core strength lies in its versatility as a tool carrier, featuring a standard Category 3-point hitch. This allows it to easily attach and operate a wide variety of conventional farm implements that farmers may already own, such as seeders, cultivators, and mechanical weeders. This compatibility minimizes the need for specialized equipment, reducing initial investment and simplifying adoption.
In terms of digital integration, the robot's advanced sensor suite and AI-based control system enable it to collect valuable data during its field operations. This data can be utilized for smart farming applications, providing insights into crop health, soil conditions, and task efficiency. While specific integration with third-party farm management software is not detailed, its data collection capabilities position it as a valuable component within a broader digital agriculture ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How does this product work? | Naïo Orio is an autonomous, 100% electric robot that uses GNSS RTK guidance, GPS, and AI-based sensors for precise navigation. It carries standard agricultural implements via a Category 3-point hitch to perform tasks like weeding, planting, and soil analysis with centimetre accuracy. |
| What is the typical ROI? | By enabling precision weeding, Orio significantly reduces the need for chemical herbicides and strenuous manual labor, leading to cost savings on inputs and workforce. Its autonomous operation increases efficiency, allowing farmers to reallocate labor and potentially improve crop yields through timely and accurate interventions. |
| What setup/installation is required? | Initial setup involves mapping the field, configuring mission plans through its software, and attaching standard implements using its Category 3-point hitch. The robot can use RTK recordings from seeding or generate its own map, with experts available for complex map creation. |
| What maintenance is needed? | Maintenance typically involves routine checks of the swappable Iron-Phosphate Lithium batteries, cleaning sensors and mechanical parts, and ensuring software updates are applied. The robot comes with a 5-year warranty, indicating robust design and support. |
| Is training required to use this? | While the robot features 'Augmented Autonomy' for safe operation without a supervisor on repetitive tasks, training is required for initial mission planning, implement calibration, and understanding safety protocols. Naïo's experts and distributors provide this training. |
| What systems does it integrate with? | Naïo Orio is designed as a versatile tool carrier, compatible with a wide variety of standard farm implements that attach to its Category 3-point hitch. It also collects valuable data for smart farming applications, allowing integration with broader agricultural data management systems. |
Pricing & Availability
The price for the Naïo Orio is not publicly available. Pricing can vary based on specific configurations, chosen implements, regional factors, and lead times. For detailed pricing information and availability, please contact us via the Make inquiry button on this page.
Support & Training
Naïo Technologies provides comprehensive support for the Orio robot, including a 5-year warranty. This commitment ensures long-term reliability and peace of mind for farmers. Training is an integral part of the adoption process, covering aspects such as mission planning, implement setup, and safety protocols to ensure operators can effectively utilize the robot's capabilities. Experts and distributors are trained to provide guidance and support, including assistance with complex map creation and ongoing operational advice.
