AI Robot Theo in Dutch Tulip Fields

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A high-tech robot named Theo is used in Dutch tulip fields to root out disease from the bulb fields, preventing the spread of the tulip-breaking virus. The robot uses AI to identify sick flowers and remove them, replacing the traditional human 'sickness spotters.'

Key Points

  • Theo robot helps in the battle against the tulip-breaking virus in Dutch tulip fields
  • Replaces human 'sickness spotters' with AI technology
  • Uses cameras and AI to identify and remove sick flowers

Pros

  • Efficiently identifies and removes diseased bulbs from tulip fields
  • Uses AI and precise GPS coordinates for accuracy

Cons

  • Expensive cost of 185,000 euros ($200,000) per robot