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Improved Safety Through Advancements in Object Detection
Technology advancements are better enabling machines to see their surroundings to improve safety in heavy equipment applications.
Sensors
Ground Positioning Radar Tech Looks to Improve Vehicle, Equipment Safety
Safety
Voyager All-In-One (AIO) Safety Solution Camera System
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
GKD Technologies Series 2HS Intelligent Height and Slew Restrictor
Sensors
PRECO Electronics Acquired by Sensata Technologies
Safety
New Study Shows Effectiveness of Forward Collision Warning and AEB Systems
Recommended
Power Systems
Hydrogen Technology from JCB to Debut at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023
This engine is the plan for JCB “off-road” to zero emissions.
Trends
Self-Driving Trucks: A Great Opportunity for the Logistics Industry and a Challenge in Development and Validation
The development and certification of autonomous driving applications for trucks is a challenge for which new approaches and methods must be introduced.
Smart Systems
Telematics and Connectivity for Component OEMs
This data and connectivity are no longer an option for OEMs but a requirement.
Latest
Safety
Mercedes-Benz Trucks Accident Research Aids Advances in Safety Technology
Numerous safety innovations in Mercedes-Benz trucks are based on findings from its years of accident research.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Stoneridge-Orlaco SideEye Active Turn Assist System
SideEye uses a combination of radar and camera to detect objects in the passenger side blindspot of a truck and help improve safety.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Brigade Electronics SideScanFlex Object Detection Sensor System
SideScanFlex is a four-sensor system fitted to the side of vehicle to detect objects in the nearside blind spot.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Southwest Research Institute Develops Motion Prediction System for Automated Vehicles
The system uses camera vision and perception algorithms to improve pedestrian detection in autonomous vehicles.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
ASA Electronics Voyager VBSD3 Blind Spot Detection System
The Voyager VBSD3 Blind Spot Detection System uses radar technology to detect vehicles and other obstructions in the blind zone of a vehicle.
Smart Systems
Continental Debuting Turn Assist Technology for Agricultural Equipment
At Agritechnica 2019, Continental will introduce its new turn assist technology which combines with a radar and camera system.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
WABCO Providing Altec with Active Collision Mitigation System for Medium-Duty Trucks
WABCO collaborated with Altec to ensure the system met the unique requirements of the medium-duty trucks.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Scania Offering PreView Side Defender II Worldwide
Offered by Scania as the Blind Spot Assist II, the system actively monitors the vehicle’s side blind spot, detecting moving VRUs while ignoring stationary objects.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
PreView Side Defender II Earns KBA National Type Approval
To receive approval, a system must accurately detect and warn the driver of moving bicyclists within defined areas of interest while ignoring stationary objects.
Safety
Volvo Trucks Introducing Next Iteration of Volvo Active Driver Assist
Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA) 2.0 integrates radar and camera capabilities to maintain a safe following distance through alerts and improved traffic awareness, as well as emergency braking.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Bendix Marks 10 Years of Wingman Safety Systems
Since its introduction, a growing number of fleets of varying size across North America spec the safety system, and have reported significant reductions in rear-end collisions.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
PRECO Offering PreView SideDefender II in Europe Through MEKRAtronics
The aftermarket business division of MEKRA Lang will be the authorized dealer for SideDefender II in Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
On-Highway
Freightliner Showcasing New EconicSD with Next-Level Safety Technology at WasteExpo
The truck comes standard with Active Brake Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Lane Departure Warning technologies.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
bauma News Tracker: PRECO Showcases Safety Systems
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Latest WABCO OnGuardACTIVE Offers Enhanced Object Detection
The newest version of OnGuardACTIVE allows for a full stop from up to 37 mph through active braking after detecting stopped, stationary and moving objects.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
PRECO Electronics PreView Side Defender II
Introduced at The Work Truck Show 2019, PreView Side Defender II detects vulnerable road users while ignoring stationary objects.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
PRECO PreView Side Defender
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Bendix Wingman Fusion to Come Standard on all International On-Highway Trucks
The enhanced collision mitigation technology is now standard on the full line of International Trucks on-highway vehicles, including the LoneStar, LT Series, and RH Series.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
ASA Electronics Voyager CVPS19 Rear Sensor System
At the Work Truck Show 2019, ASA Electronics introduced its Voyager CVPS19 Rear Sensor System which comes standard with four sensors and can have two added for increased object detection.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Peterbilt Announces Bendix Wingman Fusion for Medium-Duty
Bendix Wingman Fusion advanced driver assistance system is available for Peterbilt's medium-duty Models 348 and 337.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
On the Side of Safety and Autonomy
Blind spot and side object detection systems are following the trends of increased sensor and system integration in an effort to further improve safety and autonomous operation.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Mercedes-Benz Antos Features Integrated Sideguard Assist
Sideguard Assist monitors the entire length of the vehicle and also takes into account the trailer's tractrix curve, and uses a warning light followed by an audible tone to alert drivers.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
ITK Engineering to Showcase Object Detection Systems at bauma 2019
ITK Engineering will present its 3D terrain mapping application, a smart camera-based assistance system which detects people and objects on terrain where visibility is poor.
Trends
Building Blocks to the Autonomous Vehicles of the Future
The technologies leading up to autonomous vehicles are making the roads safer and creating a better driving experience today.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Continental Showcases Right-Turn Assistance Systems at IAA 2018
Continental will use camera technology to expand its radar-based assistance systems, as well as artificial intelligence to assess proximity of pedestrians and cyclists to a vehicle.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
PRECO Debuting Enhanced PreView Side Defender at IAA 2018
PRECO's PreView Side Defender features a 150-degree viewing angle and a new display.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
WABCO Presents Latest OnGuard Collision Mitigation Systems at IAA 2018
WABCO's updated OnGuard system features a new radar sensor with an extended field of view.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
WABCO and Valeo Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Sensor Technologies for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The parties intend to develop sensor technologies helping pave the way for advanced short and mid-range sensors, including 77GHz radar and solid-state LiDAR, to develop and industrialize the next generation of ADAS.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
ZF Presenting Blind Spot Monitoring Technology at IAA 2018
The turn assist system monitors the complete vehicle side and can warn the driver if someone is in the truck's blindspot.
Proximity Detection & Safety Systems
Bendix Updates BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System to Provide Wider Field of View
Bendix BlindSpotter's new radar is capable of "seeing" up to 2.5 times farther in the front and back of a vehicle, and provides a wider, 150-degree range of coverage.
