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LanternNet: A Hub-and-Spoke System to Seek and Suppress Spotted Lanternfly Populations

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  • Haebom

Author

Vinil Polepalli

Outline

This paper introduces LanternNet, an autonomous robotic system developed for the effective control of the spotted lanternfly (SLF), an invasive species. LanternNet is a hub-and-spoke system consisting of a central hub and three specialized robots. Using a YOLOv8-based computer vision model, LanternNet accurately identifies SLF and performs tasks such as pest removal, environmental monitoring, and navigation/mapping. A five-week field experiment demonstrated that LanternNet significantly reduced SLF populations (p < 0.01, paired t-tests) and improved tree health compared to conventional control methods. It is economically efficient and highly scalable, and it demonstrates potential for application to other invasive species.

Takeaways, Limitations

Takeaways:
Demonstrates that integrating robotics and AI can significantly improve the efficiency and scalability of invasive species management.
Offering an economical and effective alternative to traditional labor-intensive and environmentally hazardous pest control methods.
The design of the LanternNet system provides flexibility for application to other invasive species control.
Quantitative evidence for reductions in SLF populations and improvements in tree health.
Limitations:
The study's geographical scope and period were limited. Further research covering a wider region and period is needed.
LanternNet performance evaluation under various environmental conditions is required.
Further analysis of the long-term maintenance and cost-effectiveness of the system is required.
Further research is needed to verify applicability to other invasive species.
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