Priyabrata Pattanaik
Manchester Metropolitan University, Siksha O Anusandhan University
Papers
3
Total Citations
34
H-Index
3
About
Priyabrata Pattanaik is an emerging agricultural technology researcher whose work sits at the dynamic intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and precision agriculture. His research focuses predominantly on innovative weed management solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address one of agriculture's most persistent and costly challenges. Pattanaik's most notable contribution, a 2025 study garnering 19 citations, introduced a smart robotic system guided by the YOLOv5 machine learning framework, enabling precise, minimal herbicide application in rice cultivation — a significant step toward sustainable and cost-effective crop protection. Complementing this work, his 2021 review on robotics in weed management, cited 12 times, helped establish a foundational understanding of how artificial intelligence-driven machines can replace labor-intensive, repetitive agricultural tasks. His 2024 comprehensive review of cutting-edge weed control technologies further demonstrates his commitment to synthesizing global knowledge for practical field application. Across his body of work, Pattanaik consistently champions precision agriculture principles, aiming to reduce environmental impact while enhancing productivity. His research is particularly valuable for scientists and students exploring the future of smart farming, sustainable food production, and agricultural automation.
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Top Papers
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- 2Robotics in Weed Management: A New Paradigm in Agriculture12 citations · 2021
- 3Review of the cutting edge technologies for weed control in field crops3 citations · 2024