Design and Development of Automatic Rice Transplanter Machine

This project addresses the need for improved agricultural productivity by designing a cost-effective automatic rice transplanter for small-scale farmers in economically constrained regions, such as India. The focus is on creating a machine that reduces the labor-intensive nature of paddy farming, allowing labor reallocation to other sectors. The design prioritizes simplicity and cost-effectiveness, utilizing lightweight materials and a straightforward planting mechanism to automate seedling transplantation. Field testing under diverse paddy field conditions validates the machine's performance. Farmer feedback guides design refinements for practicality, efficiency, and ease of operation. In conclusion, the development of this affordable automatic rice transplanter has the potential to revolutionize small-scale paddy farming, fostering increased productivity and facilitating economic growth by freeing up the agricultural workforce for other sectors.