Airseekers launches Tron robotic mower on Kickstarter

Airseekers has launched Tron, a 360-degree AI vision robotic mower, on Kickstarter.

Tron, which earned the 2024 iF Design Award, has a six-camera array and time-of-flight sensors, enabling 360-degree environmental awareness and centimeter-level visual positioning accuracy. Not only does Tron map cutting paths and avoid obstacles, but it also integrates a vacuum-powered auto-mulching system that evenly distributes clippings as landscapers mow. The mower also offers obstacle-traversing capabilities and a removable battery design.

Other features include an adaptive camera system to manage complex landscapes dotted with various obstacles; an elevated chassis capable of handling uneven grounds and tackling slopes up to a 65% grade; and two versions to cater to different lawn sizes. The standard model covers up to 1,000 square meters, while the TRON Max is designed for larger lawns up to 6,000 square meters. Additionally, integrating an additional RTK module enhances capability for optimum performance in larger areas.

During the Kickstarter campaign, consumers can acquire the Airseekers Tron at $1,299, a 48% discount from the standard MSRP of $2,499. Shipping starts in the summer of 2024. The product will ship internationally. 

Airseekers is also developing Tron 2 – a hybrid lawn mower that integrates drone aerial cruise with ground mowing capabilities.

Tron 2 has advanced into the demo construction phase, showcasing its ability to execute vertical take-off and landing maneuvers for drones and lawn mowing robots, enabling mapping functionalities. Looking ahead, Tron 2 will incorporate collaborative obstacle avoidance and human-computer interaction features, along with enhanced AI integration.

Key functionalities of Tron 2 encompass automatic drone mapping within a minute, collaborative obstacle avoidance, obstacle repulsion, anti-theft measures, three-dimensional cleaning and more.