I. S. Smirnov

Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center VIM

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I. S. Smirnov is a leading researcher in digital agriculture and agricultural robotics, with a focus on precision application technologies and autonomous field platforms. Their major contributions include pioneering the integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for pesticide and fertilizer application within digital agriculture frameworks, as detailed in their most-cited 2019 paper (13 citations). This work established foundational principles for using UAV-based monitoring and agrochemical delivery to optimize crop management. More recently, Smirnov has advanced autonomous ground robotics, designing a self-propelled four-wheeled platform capable of performing diverse agrotechnical tasks—from crop transport to equipment deployment—as described in their 2023 publication. This platform features a robust control system and modular design, enabling versatile field operations. Smirnov’s research directly addresses the growing need for efficient, sustainable farming through automation, bridging aerial and ground-based robotic systems. Their work is highly relevant for students and researchers exploring smart agriculture, precision farming, and autonomous machinery, offering practical solutions for reducing chemical usage and labor while increasing crop yields.