Design and Implementation of Lightweight Polymer-Based Drone System for Targeted Agricultural Spraying

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Year : 2025 [if 2224 equals=””]17/09/2025 at 2:10 PM[/if 2224] | [if 1553 equals=””] Volume : 13 [else] Volume : [/if 1553] | [if 424 equals=”Regular Issue”]Issue : [/if 424][if 424 equals=”Special Issue”]Special Issue[/if 424] [if 424 equals=”Conference”][/if 424] 06 | Page :

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  1. , Department of Electronics and Telecommunications, Sandip Institute of Technology and Research Centre, Nashik, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Marwadi University Research Center, Faculty of Engineering & Technology, Marwadi University, Rajkot, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Padmabhooshan Vasantdada Patil Institute of Technology, Bavdhan, Pune, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Maharshtra, Gujarat, Maharshtra, Telangana, India, India, India, India

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nAgriculture has entered a new era of innovation, with drone technology emerging as a key tool in pesticide and fertilizer application. Unlike conventional methods that expose farmers to hazardous chemicals resulting in health issues such as skin disorders, neurological impairments, and in extreme cases, fatal illnesses drone-based spraying offers a safer and more efficient alternative. In India, the adoption of this technology is accelerating due to its ability to reduce human exposure while improving operational accuracy. This study focuses on recent progress in drone subsystems, including intelligent sensors for agriculture, advanced spraying mechanisms, real-time GPS navigation, flight control units, and electronic speed controllers. A distinct highlight of this work is the use of polymer-based and composite materials in constructing key drone components, such as frames, rotor assemblies, and sensor housings. Materials like carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs) and durable thermoplastics provide excellent mechanical performance, resistance to agrochemical degradation, and weight reduction crucial for enhancing drone endurance and stability. Protective polymer coatings further ensure longevity under harsh field conditions. The system is designed to dynamically adjust pesticide output based on flight parameters, ensuring targeted, even spraying. These advancements not only streamline field operations and minimize chemical waste but also support higher crop productivity.nn

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Keywords: DRONE, PESTICIDES, AGRICULTURE, SPRAY, FLIGHT CONTROLLER, GPS, Polymer.

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Volume 13
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