# Autonomous Golf Course Robots The 'Golf Pro' Ball Collector Senses and Collects Balls Efficiently By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ball-collector References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/02/01/a-roomba-for-golf-balls/) The 'Golf Pro' ball collector robot is an autonomous piece of equipment that can be utilized in order to keep the green clear of obstructions without having to have someone physically go out to do the job. Designed by Ho-Hsiang Chang, the 'Golf Pro' robot works on a completely autonomous basis and incorporates an intricate sensor into the system that can effectively search out to collect. From here, the 'Golf Pro' robot will go to work charting the best course to the balls rather than simply driving around in an erratic way. The 'Golf Pro' is capable of going over just about any kind of terrain which makes it suitable for use on grass and sand alike. The 'Golf Pro' ball collector robot can be utilized during the day or set to operate at night thanks to built-in headlights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Autonomous Golf Course Robots:** The 'Golf Pro' robot demonstrates the trend of autonomous robots being used in golf course maintenance. - **Efficient Ball Collection:** The 'Golf Pro' robot showcases the trend of using advanced sensors and autonomous navigation to efficiently collect golf balls. - **Versatile Terrain Capabilities:** The 'Golf Pro' robot reflects the trend of robots being designed to operate on various types of terrain, such as grass and sand. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Robotics:** The robotics industry can explore opportunities to develop more advanced and specialized robots for golf course maintenance. - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports and recreation industry can benefit from using autonomous robots like the 'Golf Pro' to improve golf course maintenance and golfer experience. - **Outdoor Equipment:** The outdoor equipment industry can consider developing and marketing autonomous robots specifically designed for collecting balls on golf courses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Golf Trolleys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ixi.md) - [AI-Fuelled Robot Gold Trolleys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ixi-robot.md) - [Solar-Powered Robotic Lawnmowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscout-pro-robot-lawnmower.md) - [Sonar Technology Pool Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pool-cleaner-robot.md) - [Intelligent Pool Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-pool-cleaner.md) - [Bionic Dual-Vision Pool Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bionic-dual-vision-pool-cleaner.md) - [Automated Lawn Care Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-lawn-care-technology.md) - [Self-Removing Robotic Pool Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mammotion-spino-s1-pro.md) - [Automated Robotic Leaf Blowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yarbo-blower-b1.md)