Smarter shearing handpiece to be trialled

Victoria Nugent
December 10 2021 - 6:30am
4c Design director Will Mitchell and product design engineer Katherine Moriarty are developing a smart shearing handpiece.
4c Design director Will Mitchell and product design engineer Katherine Moriarty are developing a smart shearing handpiece.

A semi-autonomous shearing handpiece that would capture data about what makes for a good shear will be put to the test with experienced shearers.

Victoria Nugent

Victoria Nugent

National sheep and wool writer

National sheep and wool writer for ACM's agricultural publications. Former livestock editor for Queensland Country Life. Send your story tips to vnugent@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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