FJ Dynamics Ball Collector

The FJDynamics BP01 Ball Picker Kit is an autonomous golf ball collection module designed to attach to FJDynamics robotic turf platforms (such as the RM21 and Rough Ranger). Engineeered for golf driving ranges and practice facilities, the kit automates range clearing by collecting balls across mapped fields, monitoring basket fill levels, and returning to drop-off zones when capacity is reached. Key Technical Specifications Feature Specification Model FJDynamics BP01 Ball Picker Kit Base Platform Compatibility FJDynamics Rough Ranger / RM21 Robotic Mowers Picking Width 900 mm (35.4 in) Basket Count 2 removable baskets Capacity Per Basket 400 golf balls (800 total balls per cycle) Full-Basket Detection Automatic sensor-based capacity monitoring Return-to-Drop Protocol Autonomous routing to drop-off site upon full capacity Unit Weight (Dry) 70 kg (154 lbs) IP Rating IPX4 weather-resistant rating Operating Temperature 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) System Connectivity Cloud software control via base platform (4G / Wi-Fi) Core Systems & Architecture 1. Collection & Capacity System Dual-Basket Assembly: Features two heavy-duty baskets housing up to 400 golf balls each (800 balls total load). 35.4-Inch Pickup Sweep: Utilizes a 900 mm wide roller mechanism engineered to pick up range balls smoothly across short turf, fairway grass, and semi-rough surfaces. Basket Capacity Sensors: Continuous load monitoring detects when either basket reaches capacity, triggering an automatic suspension of gathering mode. 2. Autonomous Routing & Unloading Auto-Return Protocol: Upon reaching ball capacity, the base platform pauses collection and autonomously follows mapped transit paths back to the designated ball dump location. Resume Capability: Automatically records the exact location where collection was paused, returning to the active picking zone after offloading. Obstacle & Signal Handling: Leverages the base platform's RTK GNSS and LiDAR guidance to navigate near perimeter netting, trees, and dynamic range targets without signal interruption. 3. Fleet Coordination & Software Integration Cloud Scheduling & Telemetry: Monitors ball capacity, location, battery level, and run history via the FJD software dashboard. Multi-Robot Synchronization: Supports multi-unit fleet coordination, allowing multiple ball pickers or combination mower-pickers to divide driving range zones systematically. Commercial Applications Golf Driving Ranges: Continuous, unmanned ball harvesting during open range hours. Golf Academies & Practice Complexes: Automated practice green and chipping area ball clearing. Multi-Use Golf Turf Operations: Conversion of multipurpose turf platforms from mowing duties to ball management.