Testing of traceability and quality assessment with image analysis/AI using a harvester as platform.
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Tracy of Sweden AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 409 817 |
| Project duration | November 2024 - May 2026 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Advanced digitalization - Enabling technologies |
| Call | Test and demo of advanced digitization in a real environment |
Important results from the project
The project has fulfilled its goal of demonstrating how modern image analysis and artificial intelligence can be used to identify quality characteristics already at the time of harvesting and create the conditions for full traceability through the forestry value chain. The project shows clear market potential through customer interest in the technology/applications, and contributed to new collaborations and strengthened the company´s position within Swedish forestry research and innovation.
Expected long term effects
The project´s results contribute to a more sustainable and data-driven forestry. The technology can provide better control over raw material flows, earlier detection of damage and improved use of forest raw materials. It can also support future eligibility requirements on traceability and sustainability reporting, including the eligibility requirements emerging from European regulations. The project is a solid foundation for continued development, new investments and future commercialization.
Approach and implementation
The project has been implemented using a harvester as a technical platform where images of log ends have been collected and analyzed using Tracy´s proprietary technology. The results have exceeded initial expectations. A working prototype has been demonstrated to customers/stakeholders, showing that the technology has potential to identify quality characteristics early in the process. The project has also generated important lessons about technical components that should be further developed.