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Yannan Qi is a leading researcher in agricultural robotics, with a primary focus on the development of autonomous systems for fruit and vegetable harvesting. Their most influential work, the 2024 review "Key Technologies for Autonomous Fruit- and Vegetable-Picking Robots," has already garnered 24 citations, establishing it as a cornerstone reference in the field. This paper systematically addresses the critical challenges posed by labor shortages in modern agriculture, analyzing the core technologies—including perception, path planning, and end-effector design—that enable robots to operate effectively in unstructured environments. Qi’s contributions lie in synthesizing disparate research to identify the most promising pathways for practical deployment, bridging the gap between laboratory prototypes and real-world farm applications. By highlighting the pressing need for agricultural modernization in the face of urbanization, Qi’s work not only advances technical knowledge but also underscores the societal urgency of this research. Their review serves as an essential guide for engineers and agronomists aiming to develop robust, efficient picking robots, making Yannan Qi a pivotal figure in the drive toward sustainable, automated agriculture.
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