O USO DE SIMULADOR PARA COLHEITA MECÂNICA DE CAFÉ

Abstract

One of the difficulties coffee growers face in mechanized harvesting is determining the right time to start harvesting, as well as determining the most appropriate vibration and operating speed. Mechanized coffee harvesting has contributed to improving product quality and reducing losses, increasing coffee growers' profits. However, there is still a need for research on the impact of mechanization on crop productivity over the years, as poor mechanized harvesting can cause damage to plants. The use of simulators allows equipment operators to plan, test and execute their activities in order to reduce operating time, reduce consumption of inputs, reduce failures, increasing productivity and generating more profits for the harvest. Therefore, the objective of this work is to demonstrate the importance of using simulators to optimize the mechanized coffee harvest. In carrying out the experiment, the Danfoss +1 Plus virtual reality simulation software was used, accompanied by an exhibitor. It is expected that with the use of the simulator and guidance to the operator, it will be possible to prevent common damages, such as defoliation, from being practiced. Being possible to increase the productivity, with the use of simple techniques of actuation, being able to increase the efficiency of the harvest, reduce the loss of productive branches and reduce severe damage to the stems.