MUMBAI, India, Sept. 14 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641099983 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences on August 19, 2026, for Tennis Ball Collecting Robot Integrated With Artificial Intelligence.

Inventors include S. Harshavardhan; Dr. N. Senthilkumar; and Dr Ramya Mohan.

The application for the patent was published on September 11, 2026, under issue no. 37/2026.

Abstract: The Tennis Ball Collecting Robot integrated with Artificial Intelligence is designed to automate the process of retrieving tennis balls from the court, reducing manual effort and increasing training efficiency. Using AI-based vision, the system accurately detects scattered balls and determines the most efficient path for collection. The robot features autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and a gentle intake mechanism to safely gather balls from various court surfaces. Its smart control system enhances performance by optimizing collection speed and providing real-time monitoring. This innovation helps players, coaches, and academies save time, improve training flow, and reduce repetitive manual work, offering a more advanced and intelligent solution compared to existing ball- collecting methods.

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