Performance Verification of deep learning based piglet trapping detection on SBC platforms

In this study, we aim to validate the use of Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) for deep learning-based detection of piglet crushing incidents by sows in pig farms, a leading cause of piglet mortality. To achieve this, we developed a deep neural network based on the You Only Look Once (YOLO) model, which was trained to detect piglet crushing events in real-time. We then optimized the weights of the YOLO model using TensorFlow Lite, TensorRT, and edge TPU to ensure efficient operation on AIoT devices with limited computational resources. Finally, we compared the performance of the deep learning-based piglet crushing detection algorithm on various single-board computers (SBCs), including the Jetson Nano, Raspberry Pi, and Coral Dev Board, to validate its suitability for real-world applications.