Tevel Aerobotics Technologies

The company's core product is its Flying Autonomous Robots (FARs), an AI-powered drone system designed for harvesting fruit. These tethered robots operate from a mobile ground platform, allowing them to work 24/7 without needing to recharge. The system uses computer vision and AI algorithms to identify fruit, determine its ripeness, size, and condition, and then delicately pick it using a mechanical claw. This technology allows for selective harvesting, ensuring only ripe fruit is picked. The FARs are capable of harvesting a variety of fruits including apples, peaches, nectarines, plums, and apricots.

Beyond harvesting, the robots serve as data collection agents, gathering real-time information on each piece of fruit, such as weight, size, color grade, and geolocation. This data provides growers with precise analytics about their harvest, enabling better planning and management. The business model centers on providing this robotic harvesting service on-demand to farmers globally. Tevel has deployed its technology in orchards across Italy, the United States, Chile, and Israel. The company has received backing from investors including Kubota, OurCrowd, Maverick Ventures Israel, and AgFunder.