Internship Robotics Engineering | Ripeness detection for robotic apple picking
- Starting in february
- Oldenzaal, Overijssel
- Internship allowance
Farmers harvest apples in multiple sessions, as not all apples are ripe at the same time. Together with various partners, Riwo is developing an apple picking robot, which should also be able to make this distinction while picking.
A previous intern within the project has done preliminary research on visual ripeness classification on apples in a controlled environment.
Your assignment
Your assignment will be to set up a proof-of-concept for visual ripeness detection in an outdoor environment. The challenge is threefold:
- Color calibration: Determine the color of the apple, regardless of light intensity and shadows.
- Ripeness assessment: Determine the ground color and blush of the apple, according to domain standards.
- Classification: Should this apple be picked or not?
Workflow
In our team, we work with the Agile/SCRUM workflow. We have a daily stand-up with the robotics team to share progress and identify obstacles. At the end of every 3-week sprint, you will present your results of the current sprint and your plans for the upcoming sprint. One of the robotics engineers will serve as your daily supervisor and main contact; you will have a weekly one-on-one meeting for in-depth discussion. Of course you are always welcome to ask your colleagues questions.
The team
We are a team of highly motivated robotics engineers, working on various R&D projects such as the metal recycling line, the apple picking robot, and autonomously navigating cattle feeding robots. We are responsible for programming the manipulation, vision and navigation functionalities, and prefer to do this in C++ and ROS2.
What can you expect from us?
A challenging internship with flexible working hours and a flexible start date. You will work in an organization that values enjoyment, collaboration, and solidarity. The atmosphere at RIWO ensures that you will feel at home during your internship and be able to be yourself.
We also offer:
- Guidance from experienced developers
- A monthly internship allowance
- Use of a RIWO bicycle for commuting between the train station and RIWO
- The possibility of employment after graduation
Are you interested? Apply via the form below and leave your details. You will receive a response within three working days.
Do you have any questions or would you like more information? Please contact Mick Boe-Bakker, Team Leader Application & Robotics Engineering, at m.boebakker@riwo.eu.