Great setup! Only thing is you might want to move the liquid tanks to the front of the trailer (closer to truck bed) to avoid trailer sway on the freeway.
Each one of those vessels holds 1 tonne of liquid that's 4 tonne, most people know you put all the weight over the axles when possible ... could you imagine the carnage if he put four tonnes closer to the drawbar?
This is like some skynet stuff. 😆 These drones are cool as heck. Maybe, you can modify it to use hydrogen as a fuel source. They will be able to stay in the air much much longer. Maybe, in the future DJI can do something like that. That may be more complicated and more expensive, so we'll see.
Small refinements to the trailer each time is good, gets better every time. Looking forward to each new iteration. An "evolution" video of the changes from the first to the current and possible future changes would be very cool and a video legacy log....a sheet of plexi between the operators and the craft, mounted to the railing, would help out on flying debris like broken props and parts.
Man I wish I lived near you. I have the perfect plan for an automatic railing system that would service the drone side of the top trailer deck. It’s essentially a railing controlled by high speed electric actuators that woul bring the railing up during tank refills then would let down while the drone is landing. It would be a single button push and no more harness rig that your employees will certainly NOT DO when there is nobody looking. Lol
Amazing setup. I would think at some point you would consider physical protection for the refiller - if something happened and those blades kicked on when he was between the blades his femoral artery would be in the wrong spot. This is really exciting to see the technology rolling out.
The blades are hard plastic and the drone detects a motor overload should the blade hit something. It would hurt to get hit, but I can’t see a scenario where a blade could case serious injury.
That is probably very unlikely due to the numerous safety features. I'm pretty sure you have to click and hold a icon on the screen to launch. Plus if the radar detects something its another warning on the screen you have to click on. But all things considered, possibly they should make a rule to NOT turn it on until after removing the nozzle just for safety sake.
Would you be willing to share in more detail about your tank setup? Looking to build/purchase something similar in Australia and some more info would be awesome! I am happy to get in contact privately
Hi guys, regards from Argentina, congrats for this setup, simply amazing. I´m very interested in the mixing sistem and wondering if you`ve studied spraying efficiency using water sensitive paper.
I'm still trying to understand the economics and the efficiency of this. It seems like you could get a field sprayed a lot cheaper and quicker with a traditional application with an aircraft or helicopter. It looks like it would take five to seven years of operation of the drones to get any kind of return on investment and by then you might have to replace the drones.
The company I work for has drones I help with them and I love this setup I wish we had it but you have me wondering what do you do when you're going down the highway with the drones? Do you strap them down somehow?
What a nicely thought out operation. I’m sure you’re constantly tweeting it to improve efficiency, safety and reliability. I was wondering what type of work load do you need (acreage wise) to make this operation cost effective? I’m guessing the initial outlay for something on this level (trailer, tanks, generators, and drone) excluding man power and tow vehicle is approaching $50,000.
I’m guessing that chemicals are the customers responsibility. They just achieve the farmers or customers objectives. The effectiveness is dependent on customer selection of chemicals, frequency of applications and distribution amounts.
I enjoyed the info from this video. I am starting the process of getting into the drone spraying business. My question is how did you create your per acre amount to charge the customer? Do you buy chemical per client or do you bulk buy? Do you charge the customer a trip charge to come out or due you just add that into your spraying charge? Thank you, Jeff Stalnaker
We've quizzed our Facebook group community on this and most people are between $15-20. There's plenty of posts on the economics if you search for it! facebook.com/groups/306452727901008
@@AgriSprayDronesthanks for the link to pricing discussions! Another question. I know this is an older video and you have now partnered with NuWay Ag on their trailer, but I really like your setup of this trailer! I like the aft entry staircase, aft pilot observation area, controller storage area, and easy to use boat canopy to provide shade. Again, seem like a very nice setup. Anyway, have you found any efficiency differences using NuWay AgTS version vs this? To me, this seems like it give lots of room for the pilots, especially running 2 drones at once with the battery charging close by where they are able to monitor batteries/charging. Again, since this is an older video, you’re most likely using the older charger (c8000?) that auto swaps when on battery is full. You were also running 4 cooling stations on this trailer. With the C10000 charger now out, would you change anything up since it only charges 1 battery at a time? While I like the faster charging of the c10000, the auto switching of the c8000 seems like a no brainer to ensure you always have a battery charging. Lastly, did you build this trailer yourself or if you could pass on any info about who did would be appreciated. Sorry for the onslaught of questions! Thanks for your time!
It won't take off just by hitting the throttle. It's a touch screen icon to launch. Plus you have to touch and hold it a second or two. Seems like in another video, if the radar system detects anything it adds a pop up question when you tell it to launch that you have to click on as well. Something like "Obstacle Detected, are you sure you want to launch" seems like it beeps too. Numerous redundant safety features. Other DJI drones you have to pull both sticks down and in to fire up the motors. Requires two hands. Or click and hold the Lauch icon on the screen.
Bad idea with generators in the vicinity, they are noisy if you work like that every day you can go crazy. I saw a video from Russia where guys leave generators about 50 meters away from the trailer and you can work quietly and without noise.
Two questions. First, is the trailer set-up custom made for DJI and available for purchase or is that left to the option of the user? Second, as a retired airline pilot thinking of a retirement business using the T-40, ALL the safety concerns could be mitigated by detailed use of verbal checklists by a "second in command" crew member for all phases ala aircraft/airline required procedures. For a drone of this size FAA regs require an observer to be on site for a minimum crew of two, pilot and observer. A call and response checklist could be easily done.
This is a trailer we've designed that is mostly for ideas for others, a farm show attention grabber and talking piece, as well as a key tool to our custom application teams. We are not building trailers for customers quite yet, but there are companies out there doing so! Oh, and we do have a checklist on each of our drones, as well as on each drone that leaves our repair shop!
Great Video! 1 question, though: How/why do you need 4 battery chargers if you are using 2 generators? Each generator can only charge 1 battery at a time, so 2 of the chargers seem to be a bit unnecessary. What am I missing?
There are only two chargers in the set up. However, we are running 4 cooling stations. 2 stations per charger. We also run the fans on the stations at full speed at all times to provide maximum cooling during charging, as well as before and after charging.
What are you applying at this stage on soybeans? This may be an older video that is posted now, but that looks like an early post herbicide application?
Aggregator noise is just too loud. I've addressed this by building a soundproofing box around mine with adequate ventillation provided by two built-in fans starting automatically with the aggregator. At a minimum 1/2-inch rubber padding could be installed on top of deck which would eliminate a surprisingly large amount of direct sound radiating up, from below. Walking, even landing would also become more pleasant. You're welcome, drone operators :) Nice job otherwise.
@@Junooo2 Since I am not living in the USA I dont know what is available. In generel a single watercooled Diesel Generator will be a better choice. Better fuel economy, quiter and much more durabel in terms of operation hours.
We have figured out an 6 drone trailer that has the flight decks at 2 feet or less above ground level. Flight decks that are 8 feet above the ground look way too dangerous.
Im wondering if you guys should consider a safety rule. Not to turn the battery on until after the refill guy has removed the nozzle and is ready to move clear of the props. I know its redundant safety features to launch but its electronics and they can fail and or act up.
When you're running and gunning, not really. You want that drone booting back up and reacquiring RTK signal as fast as possible so it can resume mission. These guys are the pit crew, trying to manage every second.
Hey Tyler, nice video and setup ! I would like to start of a business with one T40, how would you calculate to know if it's worth it to operate two T40 like in your video ?
In another video he said 60 acres per hour in optimal scenario (no obstacles etc). Usually they got between 40 and 60. so, 10 hour day is 400-600 acres. That was with one drone and one operator doing the flying and refilling though.
Drone should always start from the rear: - in case you miss the landing spot you now will dame Drone + Trailer + Truck Operators working with agrochemcials, batterys, and drone will defenitly be exposed to harmufll chemicals through cros contamination: - you'll damage the healt of anyone doing this job Generator should be sized so that a single unit can cover your need: - noone needs redundancy for drone spying, but right now your doubling our operating cost + maitanance cost + risk of failure You should remove anything thats not necessary from the deck: - table and chr will only invite clutter and stuff that can go wrong (drinkinbottles getting spilled etc)
Your fall protection is useless. You need to be tied off above your head. You will hit the ground before that does anything or just swing you into the trailer. Run a fixed cable the length of the deck and use a short lanyard. Think tight rope walker.
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That's a really robust and practical platform to perform work safely, well done guys!
I absolutely love your setup. Way to take it to the next level guys! Top notch professionals
Great setup! Only thing is you might want to move the liquid tanks to the front of the trailer (closer to truck bed) to avoid trailer sway on the freeway.
Each one of those vessels holds 1 tonne of liquid that's 4 tonne, most people know you put all the weight over the axles when possible ... could you imagine the carnage if he put four tonnes closer to the drawbar?
We are in the same industry. The cars you modified are amazing. I am from China and have been in the industry for 7 years.👍👍👍
This is like some skynet stuff. 😆
These drones are cool as heck. Maybe, you can modify it to use hydrogen as a fuel source. They will be able to stay in the air much much longer. Maybe, in the future DJI can do something like that. That may be more complicated and more expensive, so we'll see.
shade for the batteries/chargers should be in future plans for upgrades . . . well done video and great layout on the trailer ~
i was just about to comment the same thing then i seen you did
Small refinements to the trailer each time is good, gets better every time. Looking forward to each new iteration. An "evolution" video of the changes from the first to the current and possible future changes would be very cool and a video legacy log....a sheet of plexi between the operators and the craft, mounted to the railing, would help out on flying debris like broken props and parts.
Great Work 🫡, Good Job 👏, Well done 👍
Man I wish I lived near you. I have the perfect plan for an automatic railing system that would service the drone side of the top trailer deck. It’s essentially a railing controlled by high speed electric actuators that woul bring the railing up during tank refills then would let down while the drone is landing. It would be a single button push and no more harness rig that your employees will certainly NOT DO when there is nobody looking. Lol
Hello the sir where are you located?
Gareth from Australia- always great videos mate keep it up
Nice setup! Excellent video and I don't even care about spraying crops LOL
nice set up
Great setup , to operate much appreciated for sharing .....
Bravo ! Great work out there, very impressive setup.
Amazing job, guys. Do you have the whole project? We are from Brazil and we are following all your videos. Well done!
By whole project, what are you referring to? Thanks for reaching out from Brazil!
Looks like a legit setup.
Wondering what you guys do for dry products. Fertilizer or seed for instance.
Amazing setup. I would think at some point you would consider physical protection for the refiller - if something happened and those blades kicked on when he was between the blades his femoral artery would be in the wrong spot. This is really exciting to see the technology rolling out.
The blades are hard plastic and the drone detects a motor overload should the blade hit something. It would hurt to get hit, but I can’t see a scenario where a blade could case serious injury.
That is probably very unlikely due to the numerous safety features. I'm pretty sure you have to click and hold a icon on the screen to launch. Plus if the radar detects something its another warning on the screen you have to click on.
But all things considered, possibly they should make a rule to NOT turn it on until after removing the nozzle just for safety sake.
Pretty cool
Useful video
Great video, hope to see you at the farm progress show in Decatur, IL.
a dream job!
Nice!
I'd be curious to see how you'd set a trailer up for spreading a cover crop over corn
That's outstanding. Well done!
Would you be willing to share in more detail about your tank setup? Looking to build/purchase something similar in Australia and some more info would be awesome! I am happy to get in contact privately
Working on making refilling and battery swapping automated?
Hi guys, regards from Argentina, congrats for this setup, simply amazing. I´m very interested in the mixing sistem and wondering if you`ve studied spraying efficiency using water sensitive paper.
I'm still trying to understand the economics and the efficiency of this. It seems like you could get a field sprayed a lot cheaper and quicker with a traditional application with an aircraft or helicopter. It looks like it would take five to seven years of operation of the drones to get any kind of return on investment and by then you might have to replace the drones.
How much are helicopters and planes selling for where you live?
@@joaolemes8757hahahaha
@@joaolemes8757😂 that comment made my day.
@joaolemes8757 not to mention the pilots license and aerial application license
It really doesn’t since air plane is very expensive to operate.
Love the set up😍 how long is the trailer?
Great setup. How do you strap the drones when driving to the job?
Great video - thanks for your effort and time!
I think it would be useful to have a co2 extinguisher on the top deck, just in case.
We've a lot of total different scenario here in Pakistan
The company I work for has drones I help with them and I love this setup I wish we had it but you have me wondering what do you do when you're going down the highway with the drones? Do you strap them down somehow?
What a nicely thought out operation. I’m sure you’re constantly tweeting it to improve efficiency, safety and reliability. I was wondering what type of work load do you need (acreage wise) to make this operation cost effective? I’m guessing the initial outlay for something on this level (trailer, tanks, generators, and drone) excluding man power and tow vehicle is approaching $50,000.
more like 200k
Great job! Can I ask you how many liters per Hectare you use for spray? Is it concentrated mixture?
your setup is amazing but IF for what ever reason, both drones lose connection and return home they will crash on landing.
Very good, it's great. What pump do you use for the chemicals? I understand that a normal pump breaks down quickly.
I’m guessing that chemicals are the customers responsibility. They just achieve the farmers or customers objectives. The effectiveness is dependent on customer selection of chemicals, frequency of applications and distribution amounts.
That safety harness and safety line looks like it’s desperately needs improved before that guy does fall and gets hurt
Hi!, what measurements does the tow truck have?
What do you think about the new t20p?
Where do you get the tank lid of ur drone? It would be really helpful to have something like that
What happens with the full house when the field is finished ?
I’m trying to get started and bring this into the Central Valley is there anyone I can speak to to get some information and advice ?
What are the advantages to using drones as opposed to traditional sprayers?
Diesel, employees , repairs etc
how many batteries and chargers are you using for 2 drones on that setup?
I enjoyed the info from this video. I am starting the process of getting into the drone spraying business. My question is how did you create your per acre amount to charge the customer? Do you buy chemical per client or do you bulk buy? Do you charge the customer a trip charge to come out or due you just add that into your spraying charge? Thank you,
Jeff Stalnaker
We've quizzed our Facebook group community on this and most people are between $15-20. There's plenty of posts on the economics if you search for it! facebook.com/groups/306452727901008
@@AgriSprayDronesthanks for the link to pricing discussions! Another question. I know this is an older video and you have now partnered with NuWay Ag on their trailer, but I really like your setup of this trailer! I like the aft entry staircase, aft pilot observation area, controller storage area, and easy to use boat canopy to provide shade. Again, seem like a very nice setup.
Anyway, have you found any efficiency differences using NuWay AgTS version vs this? To me, this seems like it give lots of room for the pilots, especially running 2 drones at once with the battery charging close by where they are able to monitor batteries/charging. Again, since this is an older video, you’re most likely using the older charger (c8000?) that auto swaps when on battery is full. You were also running 4 cooling stations on this trailer. With the C10000 charger now out, would you change anything up since it only charges 1 battery at a time? While I like the faster charging of the c10000, the auto switching of the c8000 seems like a no brainer to ensure you always have a battery charging. Lastly, did you build this trailer yourself or if you could pass on any info about who did would be appreciated.
Sorry for the onslaught of questions! Thanks for your time!
Install a hose real at the top so it retracts as he walks back
I like the safety harness
Hi guys, just interested in the mixing system can you tell me how to get this system please.
How do you make sure Jim-Bob doesn't bend over and hit the throttle, taking out the legs of the man refilling the drone?
It won't take off just by hitting the throttle. It's a touch screen icon to launch. Plus you have to touch and hold it a second or two.
Seems like in another video, if the radar system detects anything it adds a pop up question when you tell it to launch that you have to click on as well. Something like "Obstacle Detected, are you sure you want to launch" seems like it beeps too.
Numerous redundant safety features.
Other DJI drones you have to pull both sticks down and in to fire up the motors. Requires two hands. Or click and hold the Lauch icon on the screen.
Is that plumbing for filling the drone all one inch?
What does a set up like that cost with one drone
Can you run more then one drone on a remote?
Agras T 30 drones can be run from 1 remote. T40s cannot. The drones they are flying are T40s
Bad idea with generators in the vicinity, they are noisy if you work like that every day you can go crazy. I saw a video from Russia where guys leave generators about 50 meters away from the trailer and you can work quietly and without noise.
How do you deal with the cdl tanker requirements for tanks over 119 gallons?
That’s why one tank (biggest one) is water.
what type of license is required for DJI T-40?
Two questions. First, is the trailer set-up custom made for DJI and available for purchase or is that left to the option of the user? Second, as a retired airline pilot thinking of a retirement business using the T-40, ALL the safety concerns could be mitigated by detailed use of verbal checklists by a "second in command" crew member for all phases ala aircraft/airline required procedures. For a drone of this size FAA regs require an observer to be on site for a minimum crew of two, pilot and observer. A call and response checklist could be easily done.
This is a trailer we've designed that is mostly for ideas for others, a farm show attention grabber and talking piece, as well as a key tool to our custom application teams. We are not building trailers for customers quite yet, but there are companies out there doing so! Oh, and we do have a checklist on each of our drones, as well as on each drone that leaves our repair shop!
Need a/c for the operator station
Hi guys where r u from????
Do you work on day?
We always work at night because of temperature, UV radiation and wind.
we are in kenya can you help us with material items list we setup in Kenya
I like the set up but you know OSHA requires a handrail.
Great Video! 1 question, though: How/why do you need 4 battery chargers if you are using 2 generators? Each generator can only charge 1 battery at a time, so 2 of the chargers seem to be a bit unnecessary. What am I missing?
There are only two chargers in the set up. However, we are running 4 cooling stations. 2 stations per charger. We also run the fans on the stations at full speed at all times to provide maximum cooling during charging, as well as before and after charging.
What are you applying at this stage on soybeans? This may be an older video that is posted now, but that looks like an early post herbicide application?
Aggregator noise is just too loud. I've addressed this by building a soundproofing box around mine with adequate ventillation provided by two built-in fans starting automatically with the aggregator.
At a minimum 1/2-inch rubber padding could be installed on top of deck which would eliminate a surprisingly large amount of direct sound radiating up, from below.
Walking, even landing would also become more pleasant.
You're welcome, drone operators :)
Nice job otherwise.
Nice, could you send me pictures of that box?
Rather get a real generator, this ones are for constructionside or emergency use, the small engines in them usely only last 1000-2000 hours.
@@jonasstahl9826 Makes sense. Can you give an example (make and model)?
@@jonasstahl9826 why do they use this model? what brand and model of generator would be best?
@@Junooo2 Since I am not living in the USA I dont know what is available.
In generel a single watercooled Diesel Generator will be a better choice.
Better fuel economy, quiter and much more durabel in terms of operation hours.
We have figured out an 6 drone trailer that has the flight decks at 2 feet or less above ground level. Flight decks that are 8 feet above the ground look way too dangerous.
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Does the drone avoid obstacles autamaticaly?
No
I believe they do. Obstacle avoidance. They fly the grid pattern also once they are programmed.
Im wondering if you guys should consider a safety rule. Not to turn the battery on until after the refill guy has removed the nozzle and is ready to move clear of the props.
I know its redundant safety features to launch but its electronics and they can fail and or act up.
When you're running and gunning, not really. You want that drone booting back up and reacquiring RTK signal as fast as possible so it can resume mission. These guys are the pit crew, trying to manage every second.
@@backfortyaerialsolutions5476 i understand that but when OSHA gets involved your going to have way more worries than trying to save a few seconds!
It’s not a volatile liquid. MSDS should give safe handling instructions.
@@TomBTerrific I'm not talking about the chemicals used. I'm concerned about them being in stricking distance of the props IF the motors were engaged.
Hey Tyler, nice video and setup ! I would like to start of a business with one T40, how would you calculate to know if it's worth it to operate two T40 like in your video ?
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@@AgriSprayDrones Thanks a lot !
How many acres a day with that rig?
In another video he said 60 acres per hour in optimal scenario (no obstacles etc). Usually they got between 40 and 60. so, 10 hour day is 400-600 acres. That was with one drone and one operator doing the flying and refilling though.
@@micheljansen85 4-6 hundred is not bad and brings up another concern how many gallons per acre they are applying?
So what is the actual cost for that trailer and 2 t40’s?
About $60k battery are about $1,500 each.
Como é cobrado o valor das aplicações???
Drone should always start from the rear:
- in case you miss the landing spot you now will dame Drone + Trailer + Truck
Operators working with agrochemcials, batterys, and drone will defenitly be exposed to harmufll chemicals through cros contamination:
- you'll damage the healt of anyone doing this job
Generator should be sized so that a single unit can cover your need:
- noone needs redundancy for drone spying, but right now your doubling our operating cost + maitanance cost + risk of failure
You should remove anything thats not necessary from the deck:
- table and chr will only invite clutter and stuff that can go wrong (drinkinbottles getting spilled etc)
Harness.
Your fall protection is useless. You need to be tied off above your head. You will hit the ground before that does anything or just swing you into the trailer. Run a fixed cable the length of the deck and use a short lanyard. Think tight rope walker.
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Did you just say " He's grabbing his nozzle".??