Yijie Xiong

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Yijie Xiong is a researcher in agricultural robotics and precision livestock farming, with a focus on automated systems for poultry management. Their most notable contribution is the design and development of a broiler mortality removal robot, which addresses a critical need in modern poultry operations. This work, published in 2022 and garnering 15 citations, demonstrates a novel approach by targeting the broiler shank as the anatomical reference for detection and pickup. Xiong’s research established that higher light intensities significantly enhance both detection and pickup performance, achieving a final success rate of 90% for dead bird removal. This innovation not only improves animal welfare and farm hygiene but also reduces labor demands in broiler production. By integrating computer vision and robotic manipulation, Xiong’s work represents a practical step toward fully automated poultry house management. Their findings offer valuable insights for engineers and researchers developing autonomous systems for challenging agricultural environments, highlighting the importance of environmental factors in robotic performance.