11 The G2 family includes several width-based configurations—G2 200, G2 300, G2 400, G2 600, and G2 1200—designed to match different tractor classes and farm sizes. While Carbon Robotics does not publicly list detailed specs for each model, the differences center on: • Working width • Number of laser modules • Required tractor horsepower • Throughput (acres/hour) • Crop and bed configurations We do know that smaller units suit vegetable growers with narrow beds, while the 60‑foot G2 1200 targets large-scale operations seeking broad-acre coverage. How the LaserWeeder G2 Works The G2 mounts behind a tractor and uses onboard cameras to scan the soil surface at high speed. AI identifies each plant in real time, classifying it as crop or weed. The system then fires targeted laser pulses at weeds, killing them instantly. Because the AI model can be updated to recognize new crops or weed species, the machine adapts to diverse production systems. For growers, the value proposition is straightforward: • Lower labor costs by replacing hand weeding; • Reduced herbicide use and compliance with organic standards; • Higher yields and quality due to less crop disturbance; • Scalable ROI as the machine covers more acres per hour than previous generations. Any tractor with the appropriate horsepower and hydraulic/electrical support can pull a G2 unit, though larger models require higher‑power tractors for consistent field speed. The system is designed to work across a wide range of vegetable crops and is expanding into row crops as the LPM improves. The AI primarily identifies weeds, not non‑crop plants, meaning it looks for the bad rather than the good— though the LPM’s flexibility allows growers to tune the system for specific crops or varieties. The LaserWeeder G2 targets weeds only; it does not treat fungal infections or plant diseases. Availability, Leasing, and Safety Carbon Robotics sells the LaserWeeder G2’s directly and offers leasing options in some regions. The machines are currently deployed in 14 countries, with availability expanding as manufacturing scales. Safety protocols include: • Restricted human access around the machine during operation; • Shielding and interlocks are in place to prevent laser exposure; • Operator training on startup, shutdown, and emergency procedures; • Clear no‑go zones for workers and bystanders. The lasers fire only when the system confirms safe operating conditions. Laser weeding has moved from novelty to commercial reality, and Carbon Robotics’ G2 platform represents the most mature version of the technology to date. With faster operation, broader crop compatibility, and AI that can adapt to new environments quickly, the company is positioning itself as a leader in non‑chemical weed control at scale. As growers face rising labor costs, herbicide resistance, and sustainability pressures, the G2 lineup offers a path toward cleaner fields and more predictable weed management. | pag Carbon Robotics’ next generation LaserWeeder G2 platform brings faster AI-driven weed control, broader crop compatibility, and scalable models aimed at reducing herbicide use and boosting farm ROI. WATCH THE VIDEO
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