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MINExpo 2021
Automated Systems
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.
Mining
Epiroc Introduces Pit Viper 291 Single-Pass Blasthole Drilling Rig with Autonomous Drilling Options
Automated Systems
Baidu Introduces Real-Time Mapping Technology for Autonomous Navigation
Automated Systems
Liebherr Partners with Hexagon on Next-Generation Mine Automation
Automated Systems
Caterpillar Debuts Autonomous 794 AC Mining Truck at MINExpo
Smart Systems
Sandvik Launches AutoMine Surface Drilling AutoCycle for Fully Autonomous Surface Drilling
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Electrification
Electrification and Hybridization Brings Additional Lubricant Requirements
Lubrizol says many performance aspects will stay the same, but more factors such as thermal management and conductivity will need to be considered.
Operator Interface
Autonomous Vehicles Create More Intuitive, Easier to Use Operator Interfaces
Increased automation will simplify, and eventually minimize the need for operator cabs and controls.
Mining
New Equipment and Technology Launches at MINExpo
OEMs and suppliers will showcase their latest advancements for the mining industry.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Automated Systems
Embark Self-Driving Truck Company to Go Public
Embark Trucks, America’s longest-running self-driving truck program, plans to go public through a merger with Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp. II.
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The Road to Digital Transformation
Amid growing safety requirements and new capabilities enabled by advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning (DL), and networking technologies, learn how embedded system developers can satisfy the latest demands of Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME)
Automated Systems
Automation Technology Continues to Evolve for Construction Equipment Applications
Automated systems and machines are enabling opportunities to create a safer and more efficient construction industry.
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
Caterpillar Autonomous Trucks Surpass 3 Billion Tonnes Hauled
Autonomous trucks using Cat MineStar Command for hauling have provided customers up to 30% higher productivity.
Automated Systems
Technology News Tracker: SANY Demonstrates Autonomous Construction Equipment
The autonomous rollers and pavers were remotely controlled from a base station near the work site.
Automated Systems
Russian Farm Equipment Manufacturer Equips Combines with Autonomous Driving Technology
The PALESSE GS12 combine harvesters will now come standard with Cognitive Pilot's AI-based Cognitive Agro Pilot autonomous driving technology.
Automated Systems
Trimble, Piaggio Fast Forward Develop Smart Following Robot for Construction Applications
Combining GNSS technology with sensors and software has enabled the creation of a robot which can follow machines or humans without the use of a joystick or other control devices.
Automated Systems
IVECO Partnering with Plus to Develop Autonomous Trucks
The companies will integrate Plus' autonomous driving technology into IVECO heavy-duty trucks, including those powered by LNG and biomethane.
Automated Systems
Volvo Partnering with Aurora to Develop Autonomous On-Highway Trucks
The companies will integrate Aurora's autonomous driving technology into Volvo’s on-highway trucks and develop Transport as a Service solutions.
Automated Systems
Global Autonomous Farm Equipment Market to Grow 10%
A new report from Fact.MR indicates the U.S., Germany and Japan will be among the top markets for autonomous agriculture equipment.
Automated Systems
Trimble Collaborates on Smart Following Robot Technology
Trimble has partnered with Piaggio Fast Forward to integrate technology into Boston Dynamics' Spot robot which enables it to autonomously follow humans and machines.
Agriculture
CNH Industrial Invests in Electric, Autonomous Tractor Company
The partnership with Monarch Tractor will aid CNH's developments in electrification, automation and other advanced technologies for off-road equipment.
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Rugged Sensors for the Toughest Applications
Precise level detection for demanding transportation & agricultural applications: fuel tanks, irrigation, hydraulic systems, storage tanks and more.
Automated Systems
Volvo CE Opening New Test Area for Sustainable, Connected and Autonomous Solutions
The new test and demo area will include a secure track for full-electric, automated and teleoperated machines with charging infrastructures and 5G connectivity.
Automated Systems
Toro Acquires Left Hand Robotics
The acquisition will aid Toro with its autonomous capabilities and technology strategy.
Automated Systems
Auburn University Opens New Autonomous Vehicle Research Facility
The new facility will help the university further expand its transportation engineering research efforts.
Automated Systems
Torc Robotics Selects Amazon Web Services as Cloud Provider for Self-Driving Truck Fleet
AWS will be capable of handling the scale and speed needed for data transfer, storage, and compute capacity for deploying autonomous test trucks.
Automated Systems
Yanmar Upgrades Autonomous Tractors
Yanmar has added a multi-frequency antenna to its autonomous tractor to improve its performance capabilities.
Automated Systems
FORT Robotics Sees Now as an Exciting Time for Automation in Off-Road Equipment
Automation technology is here, and being applied in a broad range of heavy equipment and applications.
Automated Systems
More Autonomous Vehicles Hit Public Roadways
Research and development for autonomous vehicles which operate on public roadways is expanding in the bus and heavy truck segment.
Automated Systems
Technology Advancements Improve Accuracy and Reliability of Autonomous Systems
Development of new components are increasing the safety and performance of autonomous vehicles and systems.
Automated Systems
Scania Testing Self-Driving Trucks on Swedish Motorway
Scania will work with TuSimple to test the use of Level 4 autonomous technology.
Automated Systems
New Flyer Unveils Autonomous Transit Bus
The battery-electric Xcelsior AV is a Level 4 autonomous transit bus which is set to undergo testing in real transit operations with the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
Automated Systems
SANY Demonstrates Fleet of Autonomous Rollers and Pavers
The machines showed the productivity and efficiency gains possible when using autonomous construction equipment.
