Advances in using robots in forestry operations

Abstract

Introduction 2 Challenges to using robots in forestry operations 3 Knowing the state of the machine 4 Knowing where the machine is located 5 Knowing the location of surrounding objects 6 Knowing how to plan the work 7 Moving around in the forest 8 Reaching and handling the trees 9 Converting trees into products 10 Extracting logs or trees to roadside landings 11 Remote-controlled operations 12 Conclusion 13 Future trends 14 Acknowledgements 15 Where to look for further information 16