Exxact Robotics Traxx: Autonomous Vineyard Vehicle

Description

Exxact Robotics, birthed from the innovative spirit of Exel Industries, has firmly positioned itself at the forefront of agricultural technology. With a lineage tracing back to the esteemed Tecnoma, Exxact Robotics’ vision aligns seamlessly with the pivotal 2015 Paris Agreement and the 2019 European Green Deal. The company’s ethos is rooted in transforming EU food systems into equitable, healthy, and environmentally-conscious landscapes by 2030, with Traxx being a vital cog in this transformative wheel​​.

The Technical Edge: Traxx’s Specifications

• Weight: 1800 kg without tools
• Autonomy Duration: 18 to 20 hours
• Speed: Up to 6 km/h
• Standard Chassis Clearance: 150 cm (Option: 160 cm)
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 110L
• Energy Source: Diesel
• Power: 56 HP
• Slope Capability: 35% to 38%
• Side Slope Capability: 15% to 20%
• Engine Type: Thermal
• Tires: KLEBER 260/70 R16 (low pressure)
• Hydraulic Transmission: POCLAIN
• Traction: 4-wheel steering | 4-wheel drive | Crab steering
• Turning Radius: < 5m​​

Operational Versatility and Safety

Traxx offers an autonomous GPS path-following mode with centimeter-precise RTK GPS for driverless operation across the entire plot. A manual mode with remote control ensures flexibility and ease of operation​​. Safety enhancements include distancing from the machine in risky vineyards and reducing exposure to noise and phytopharmaceutical products​​.

Manufacturer Insights: Exxact Robotics

Exxact Robotics, a dynamic offshoot of Exel Industries, made headlines with its Traxx Concept H2 at World FIRA 2023, the world’s first autonomous hydrogen-fueled vineyard tractor, signaling a zero-emission future for vineyard management​​​​.

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