Frode Urdal

Adigo (Norway), Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

175

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About

Frode Urdal is a leading researcher in agricultural robotics and precision agriculture, with a focus on sustainable weed management. His work centers on developing robotic systems for in-row weed control in vegetable crops, addressing a critical challenge in reducing chemical herbicide use. Urdal’s major contributions include pioneering the design and control of precision drop-on-demand herbicide application, a field that controls herbicide release down to individual droplets. His 2018 paper, "Robotic in-row weed control in vegetables," has garnered 160 citations, reflecting its impact on advancing automated, targeted weed removal. In a notable 2014 study, he explored the fluid dynamics and electronics of droplet dispensing through nozzle arrays, enabling precise, environmentally friendly herbicide use. Urdal’s research bridges robotics, fluid mechanics, and agronomy, offering practical solutions for reducing agricultural chemical inputs while maintaining crop yields. His work is widely cited by engineers and agronomists developing next-generation farming technologies, positioning him as a key innovator in sustainable precision agriculture.