This company provides autonomous robotic mowing solutions for commercial turf management, capable of covering up to 8 acres daily with adjustable cutting heights from 0.5 to 3 inches. The robots utilize RTK GPS and stereo vision for precise wireless navigation while simultaneously generating NDVI and weed distribution maps for turf health analysis. Their subscription plans offer unlimited autonomous acreage, 24/7 support, and integrated alerts for turf diseases.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Golf courses face increasing labor shortages and rising costs associated with traditional turf maintenance. Inconsistent mowing and delayed identification of turf health issues can negatively impact course aesthetics and playability.
Solution
Ground Robotics offers the G1, an autonomous robot designed for commercial turf care on large-scale lawns. The robot utilizes RTK GPS navigation and stereovision to efficiently mow golf courses, even in areas with weak GPS signals. In addition to mowing, the G1 generates NDVI and weed distribution maps during each mow, enabling early detection of problematic areas and improved turf quality. The robot's autonomous operation helps to alleviate labor challenges while providing consistent mowing coverage and real-time data for proactive turf management.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes golf course superintendents, groundskeepers, and golf course management companies seeking to reduce labor costs, improve turf quality, and enhance course aesthetics.
Features
- Commercial-grade 30-inch cutting deck for efficient mowing of large areas
- RTK GPS navigation and stereovision for autonomous operation in complex terrains
- Turf health and weed monitoring, generating NDVI and weed distribution maps
- Adjustable cutting height from 0.5 to 3 inches, compatible with both fairways and rough
- Easy access to the mowing deck for cleaning and maintenance
- Quick blade change system, allowing replacement of all blades in under five minutes
- Quick-change battery system to minimize downtime
- People and animal recognition system for enhanced safety, using state-of-the-art object recognition and six time-of-flight (TOF) distance sensors
- GPS-enabled stolen prevention, sending alerts with the robot's location if moved improperly
- Night patrol mode, capturing photos of suspicious events during nighttime operation
- Lockable battery tray to protect against battery theft