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A Quick View: Apple Snail Eradication
This project addresses the apple snail invasion in Shanghai, specifically the channeled apple snail (Pomacea canaliculata), a significant problem due to its rapid reproduction and adaptability. Originating from Brazil, these snails were introduced to China in 1981, but their intolerable stench and poor taste led to their release into rivers, where they became an invasive species. An adult female apple snail can lay up to 500 eggs per cycle, allowing them to quickly overpopulate and disrupt local ecosystems, particularly in Eastern China.
To combat this issue, I formulated a solution involving a drone boat equipped with artificial intelligence and advanced image processing technology (OpenCV) to detect and eliminate apple snail eggs. The drone uses cameras to scan the waterbed, identifying egg clusters through trained algorithms.
Once detected, the drone maneuvers towards the target using a guiding camera, ensuring accuracy before employing a robotic arm or ejector to remove the eggs. This continuous roam, detect, and termination cycle aims to significantly reduce the apple snail population and help restore ecological balance.
The success of this project hinges on collaboration with experts in robotics engineering to refine and implement the solution effectively.
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Michael Peng
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