Marcello Iriti

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Total Citations

235

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About

Marcello Iriti is a leading researcher in agricultural robotics and precision viticulture, with a primary focus on developing intelligent systems for sustainable crop protection. His major contributions center on the design and implementation of modular agricultural robots capable of selectively spraying grapevines for disease control, replacing conventional calendar-based, uniform fungicide applications. This innovative approach significantly reduces chemical usage—potentially cutting treatments from ten to fifteen per season—while maintaining effective disease management. Iriti’s most impactful work, "Selective spraying of grapevines for disease control using a modular agricultural robot" (2016), has garnered 205 citations, underscoring its influence on precision agriculture. His earlier foundational studies, including the 2013 paper on selective spraying (26 citations) and the 2014 CROPS Agricultural Robot project (4 citations), further demonstrate his commitment to advancing robotic solutions for viticulture. By integrating robotics, sensor technology, and plant pathology, Iriti has paved the way for more environmentally friendly and economically efficient farming practices. His research is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the intersection of automation, sustainability, and crop protection.