Multi‑Platform Short‑Horned

Stationary, Mobile, and Aerial Monitoring for Agricultural Pest Management

Short‑horned grasshoppers are among the most destructive agricultural pests, capable of devastating crops across large regions in short periods. Our Multi‑Platform Grasshopper Detection System provides a comprehensive, scalable solution for early detection, continuous monitoring, and rapid response. The system integrates edge‑based imaging, acoustic sensing, and environmental data collection to identify grasshopper presence across three deployment modes: stationary ground stations, mobile carriers such as vehicles or motorbikes, and airborne platforms using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Each mode is equipped with specialized sensors and AI models optimized for its operational environment — from high‑resolution close‑range imaging on stationary units to wide‑area aerial scanning using drones.

Stationary stations serve as persistent monitoring nodes placed throughout fields or rangelands. They use cameras, motion sensors, and environmental probes to detect grasshopper activity, estimate population density, and correlate behavior with conditions such as soil moisture, temperature, and vegetation dryness. Mobile carriers extend coverage by scanning large areas during routine field operations, capturing images and sensor readings while in motion. Airborne UAV units provide rapid, high‑altitude assessment, using onboard edge AI to detect grasshopper clusters, track movement patterns, and map infestation zones. All platforms communicate with a unified mobile and cloud‑connected application that aggregates data, visualizes hotspots, and triggers alerts for farmers, researchers, and field technicians. By combining multi‑angle sensing with edge‑optimized machine learning, the system delivers actionable intelligence that supports early intervention, reduces crop loss, and strengthens regional pest‑management strategies.