Exploring Smart Glasses for Augmented Reality: A Valuable and Integrative Tool in Precision Livestock Farming

Animals

Marco Polese¹  Maria Caria¹  Giuseppe Todde¹  Gabriele Sara¹  Antonio Pazzona¹ 

[1] Department of Agricultural Science, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy;

关键词: remote assistance;    qr code scanning;    dairy sheep;    mobile augmented reality;    precision farming;    head wearable device;    animal feeding;    animal breeding;    remote learning;   

DOI  :  10.3390/ani9110903

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The growing interest in Augmented Reality (AR) systems is becoming increasingly evident in all production sectors. However, to the authors’ knowledge, a literature gap has been found with regard to the application of smart glasses for AR in the agriculture and livestock sector. In fact, this technology allows farmers to manage animal husbandry in line with precision agriculture principles. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performances of an AR head-wearable device as a valuable and integrative tool in precision livestock farming. In this study, the GlassUp F4 Smart Glasses (F4SG) for AR were explored. Laboratory and farm tests were performed to evaluate the implementation of this new technology in livestock farms. The results highlighted several advantages of F4SG applications in farm activities. The clear and fast readability of the information related to a single issue, combined with the large number of readings that SG performed, allowed F4SG adoption even in large farms. In addition, the 7 h of battery life and the good quality of audio-video features highlighted their valuable attitude in remote assistance, supporting farmers on the field. Nevertheless, other studies are required to provide more findings for future development of software applications specifically designed for agricultural purposes.

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