Track Shield Collision Detection & Mitigation System

Joy Global's Track Shield Collision Detection & Mitigation System is the first dipper track collision avoidance technology solution available for electric mining shovels.

January 17, 2014

The Track Shield Collision Detection & Mitigation System from Joy Global is the first dipper-track collision avoidance technology solution available for electric mining shovels. Designed with extensive shovel operator input, the system uses precise mathematical modeling and prediction based on readings from sensory devices and the P&H brand Centurion® electrical control system to monitor and minimize structural impact of the dipper and crawler shoes.

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Joy Global's Track Shield Collision Detection & Mitigation System helps electric mining shovels avoid dipper-track collisions through predictive modeling. The Centurion control system runs Joy Global's electric shovels.
Inter- and intra-machine collision mitigation
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Track Shield Collision Detection & Mitigation System for P&H Shovels from Joy Global
January 17, 2014
Komatsu Mining Corp. (formerly Joy Global Inc.)
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