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MINExpo 2021
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Volvo Active Control Now Integrated with Topcon 3D-MC
Volvo CE's Active Control can now be used with Topcon 3D-MC software to deliver excavation accuracy in a fraction of the normal time and automating the digging process.
Automated Systems
Drone Technology Offering High-Precision Data Aids Autonomous Vehicle Operation
Automated Systems
Yanmar Debuts Autonomous Vineyard Robot
Automated Systems
Goodyear and Gatik Collaborate to Advance Safety and Efficiency for Autonomous Middle Mile Logistics
Automated Systems
Daimler Trucks and Torc Robotics Kick Off Third Year of Autonomous Truck Collaboration
Smart Systems
Machine Control and Automation are Improving Machine Operator Capabilities
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Automated Systems
Drone Technology Offering High-Precision Data Aids Autonomous Vehicle Operation
Skycatch has developed technology capable of providing repeatable, high-precision data which can help OEMs enable autonomous operation.
Engines
California Signs Law Banning Sale of New Gas-Powered Small Engines by 2024
Sale of mowers and other equipment powered by small off-road engines will be regulated by 2024 in an effort to reduce emissions.
Trends
From the Editor's Desk: OEM is on the Road Again
The OEM Off-Highway team is back out on the road for conferences and trade shows in the heavy equipment industry.
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Trends
AI Provides Great Opportunity for Off-Highway Equipment Industry
David Batcheller of Appareo says artificial intelligence provides the ability to reduce the learning curve for machine operators, which can greatly benefit the heavy equipment industry.
GPS & Automation
Volvo CE Unveils CX01 Single-Drum Asphalt Compactor Concept at The Utility Expo
The CX01 concept utilizes one vibratory asphalt compactor drum that’s actually two independent halves (called a split-drum) kept upright by a self-balancing control system.
Smart Systems
John Deere Introduces SmartGrade 470G LC Excavator
The SmartGrade 470G LC uses 3D grade control to ensure precision excavation.
Automated Systems
Volvo Autonomous Solutions Reveals Prototype Long-Haul Autonomous Truck
Volvo has partnered with Aurora to develop a prototype long-haul VNL model integrated with the Aurora Driver technology for North America.
Trends
Sensor Technology Advancements Pave the Way for New Industry Solutions
Improvements in sensor technology are enabling better perception and data collection, helping to bring about new capabilities in systems and heavy equipment.
Smart Systems
Construction Equipment Machine Control Transforms Jobsite Intelligence
As machine control technology continues to evolve, real-time data and automation will transform the jobsite.
Automated Systems
Zyfra Presents ZR RoboDrill Autonomous Drill Rig Solution at MINExpo 2021
The XR RoboDrill can be installed on most drill rigs and is compatible both with diesel and electric-powered drills.
Trends
OEMs Can Leverage More Benefits From Modern Telematics Solutions
Telematics can provide a wealth of information beyond fleet management which OEMs should take advantage of to offer customers a better service experience.
Mining
Epiroc Introduces Pit Viper 291 Single-Pass Blasthole Drilling Rig with Autonomous Drilling Options
With Epiroc’s Rig Control System, the Pit Viper 291 can be configured with scalable automation features, including fully autonomous drilling.
Telematics
ZTR and Trackunit Combine to Accelerate Digital Journey in Construction
The two telematics companies are combining their resources to accelerate innovation and drive digital transformation.
Automated Systems
Baidu Introduces Real-Time Mapping Technology for Autonomous Navigation
Terrain Traversability Mapping enables an autonomous excavator to navigate through unstructured outdoor environments.
Automated Systems
Liebherr Partners with Hexagon on Next-Generation Mine Automation
Hexagon's autonomous mission management system will orchestrate autonomous fleet and unmanned mine traffic movements throughout the mine for optimized autonomous haulage.
Automated Systems
Caterpillar Debuts Autonomous 794 AC Mining Truck at MINExpo
The 794 AC is equipped with Command for hauling to enable total autonomous operating of the mining trucks, interaction with other equipment, and integration with customer mining processes.
Smart Systems
Komatsu to Teleoperate Excavator from MINExpo
The demonstration will preview the new semi-autonomous PC7000-11 hydraulic excavator.
Smart Systems
Sandvik Launches AutoMine Surface Drilling AutoCycle for Fully Autonomous Surface Drilling
The AutoCycle capabilities expand the iDrill automated drilling cycle with autonomous hole-to-hole tramming, path planning, obstacle detection and geofencing.
Smart Systems
Fendt Xaver Robot Concept Provides Vision for More Productive, Sustainable Farming
Technologies developed for the Xaver agricultural robot concept are now making their way onto Fendt equipment to help improve farmer productivity.
Smart Systems
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Military
Oshkosh Defense Demonstrates JLTV Based Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires
ROGUE Fires is an unmanned ground vehicle leveraging the JLTV’s extreme off-road mobility and Oshkosh’s advanced autonomous vehicle technologies.
Smart Systems
Komatsu Developing Modular Mining Open-Technology Platform
The new open-technology platform brings together data from all relevant Komatsu, Modular Mining and third-party machines, mining processes, systems and technology applications.
Smart Systems
Caterpillar Adds Cat Command for Excavating Remote Control to Excavator Line
Six Cat excavators in the 20-40 metric ton class can be equipped with line-of-sight or non-line-of-sight remote operating configurations.
Engines
Cat Industrial Engines Offering Whole-Machine Telematics Solution
The engine-ready solution can help provide a clear picture of a machine’s health by collecting all the machine data and displaying the results through an easy-to-read online dashboard.
Telematics
DPL Telematics AssetCommand Base Tracking System
The AssetCommand base tracking system tracks runtime, speed, trips, driver ID, idling and more to help optimize productivity.
Smart Systems
Septentrio AsteRx SB3 GNSS Receivers
AsteRx SB3 GNSS receivers offer optimal availability of RTK high-accuracy positioning due to its ability to track a wide variety of signals from all currently operating Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
Automated Systems
John Deere Acquires Robotics Startup to Accelerate Autonomous Farm Equipment
The acquisition of Bear Flag Robotics will help John Deere further advance and deploy autonomous solutions for agricultural equipment.
Smart Systems
Case Study: Providing Control for a First of its Kind Machine
Danfoss Power Solutions provides a look at how its technology was used to create remote control capabilities for Kovaco's fully-electric MiniZ.
Trends
Emerging Technologies in the Off-Highway Equipment Industry
TTControl sees perception technologies such as computer vision and artificial intelligence playing a key role in advancing off-highway equipment designs.
Automated Systems
Danfoss Partners with Carnegie Robotics to Enhance Autonomous Solutions for Off-Highway Equipment
Carnegie Robotics will provide solutions that will enhance Danfoss Power Solutions’ XM100 autonomous controller and PLUS+1 software platform.
Smart Systems
CASE CE Introduces OEM-Fit 2D and 3D Machine Control for Excavators
The OEM-Fit offering, powered by Leica Geosystems, ensures a proper match between the excavator and machine control solution.
Electrification
Komatsu Unveils Fully-Electric and Remote-Controlled Mini Excavator
The concept machine is a fully electric 3-ton class mini excavator which operates using lithium-ion batteries and electric cylinders in place of the hydraulics.
Automated Systems
Researchers Develop Autonomous Excavator System
The robotic excavator system integrates perception, planning, and control capabilities to enable material loading over a long duration with no human intervention.
