ZF Innovation Tractor Demonstrates Traction Management System

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Traction Management enables the Innovation Tractor to climb a 30% slope once engaged.

John Deere's X Series combines were nominated for a 2021 CES Innovation Award for the advanced technologies included on the machines.

Heavy Equipment Industry Increases Presence at CES 2021

Advanced technologies like automation and artificial intelligence being utilized in the heavy equipment industries are taking center stage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.

While heavy equipment manufacturers and harness assemblers prefer DT connectors, device OEMs prefer M12. Until recently, solutions to connect the two have been costly and tedious to assemble.

Adapting Between M12 and Deutsch DT Connectors in Heavy Equipment Applications

New solutions which combine the capabilities of M12 and DT connectors will be needed as OEMs continue integrating advanced technologies into their equipment.

Production for the VNR Electric is slated to begin in early 2021.

Commercial Availability of Electric Vehicles and Equipment Increases

Several electric truck and heavy equipment models are now available for order and set to begin production in 2021.

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Xerotech Develops Battery Systems for Off-Highway Market

Use of a common platform allows Xerotech to scale battery systems to an OEM’s specific design requirements.

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TE RTD Platinum Thin Film Elements with Custom Packaging

The resistance temperature detectors (RTD) platinum thin film elements provide highly accurate and stable performance in demanding applications.

The Kenworth T680 is powered by a Toyota fuel cell powertrain.

Peterbilt and Kenworth Electric Trucks Reach Summit of Pikes Peak

The battery-electric and fuel cell powered Class 8 trucks made the ascent up Pikes Peak, demonstrating the performance capabilities in tough operating conditions.

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ZF eSTEER EPS3 Electromechanical Steering System

ZF's eSTEER EPS3 electromechanical steering system reduces energy consumption and helps provide longer battery range.

Solaris is researching ways to reuse batteries from its electric buses, such as for stationary energy storage.

Companies Research Potential for Battery Recycling

New Flyer and Solaris are the latest OEMs to research ways to recycle or reuse electric vehicle batteries.

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Geotab GO9+ Telematics Solution

Geotab's new GO9+ telematics solution includes Wi-Fi connectivity to enable real-time visibility of vehicles in a fleet.

John Deere's X Series combines were nominated for a 2021 CES Innovation Award for the advanced technologies included on the machines.

Heavy Equipment Industry Increases Presence at CES 2021

Advanced technologies like automation and artificial intelligence being utilized in the heavy equipment industries are taking center stage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.

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RCT Earthtrack Information Monitoring Tool Aids Productivity at Australian Mine

The solution provides machine operators with real-time information about payload distribution and optimal load weights.

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Komatsu D51i-24 and D61i-24 Dozers Available with intelligent Machine Control 2.0

Komatsu's intelligent Machine Control technology helps automate tasks and increase overall productivity.

Graphene hybrids made from metal organic frameworks (MOF) and graphenic acid make an excellent positive electrode for supercapacitors, which thus achieve an energy density similar to that of nickel-metal hydride batteries.

Researchers Develop Graphene Hybrid Material for More Efficient Supercapacitors

The new energy storage device can attain an energy density of up to 73 Wh/kg, roughly equivalent to the energy density of a nickel metal hydride battery.

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Delta-Q Says New Battery Technology is Advancing Charging Solutions

Development of new battery systems is helping bring about new charging technology to ensure machine productivity.

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Energy Department Announces Funding for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research and Development

Funding will support efforts to advance hydrogen production, infrastructure development and manufacturing of necessary components.

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Raven Industries Opens Pre-Order for Autonomous Grain Cart Solution

AutoCart lets farmers set various parameters and command the tractor pulling a grain cart to sync with the combine as it offloads on the go.

Part of Ricardo's research will involve development of a test platform for monitoring and prognostics of battery health.

Ricardo Receives Funding to Improve Electric Vehicle Efficiency and Performance

Ricardo will research methods for improving the performance and efficiency of electric motors, batteries and electronic components.

Kubota's Micro-Hybrid system pairs a battery and electronics with a downsized engine.

Forsee Power Supplying Battery Systems for Kubota Micro-Hybrid Engines

The battery chemistry provides a long lifespan and high-power characteristics which suit hybrid applications.

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Design & Engineering Insights: Topcon Says Digitization will Transform the Agricultural Equipment Industry

More use of data and smart systems will help farmers improve their operations and better enable them to feed the ever-growing global population.

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Battery Recycling Prize Announces Phase II Prize Winners

The phased prize competition is designed to help find innovative solutions to collecting, storing, and transporting discarded lithium-ion batteries for eventual recycling.

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TTControl Researching Use of High-End Control Units for Semi-Autonomous Vehicles

As part of the IntellIoT project, TTControl will implement and evaluate technology for semi-autonomous agricultural equipment and the human interaction with it.

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Trucking Industry Comes Together for Mass-Market Deployment of Hydrogen Trucks

Through H2Accelerate, the industry will work together to create the conditions necessary to bring hydrogen fueled trucks to market.

While heavy equipment manufacturers and harness assemblers prefer DT connectors, device OEMs prefer M12. Until recently, solutions to connect the two have been costly and tedious to assemble.

Adapting Between M12 and Deutsch DT Connectors in Heavy Equipment Applications

New solutions which combine the capabilities of M12 and DT connectors will be needed as OEMs continue integrating advanced technologies into their equipment.

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Omni Powertrain LV Series Electric Cartridge Motors

Intended for lighter duty applications, the LV series motors are available in two models offering continuous power ratings of either 2.5 or 3.7 kW.

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Liebherr Supplying Electric Turbochargers for Fuel Cell Commercial Vehicle

Liebherr will provide AVL Powertrain 25 kW/400 V double-stage electric turbochargers to support the development of a fuel cell electric demonstrator commercial vehicle.

John Deere's X Series Combines include several smart systems to improve productivity for farmers.

Honorees for CES 2021 Innovation Awards Announced

Several innovations from the heavy vehicle and equipment industries, including those for autonomous operation, have been honored with the annual technology award.

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ACEINNA OpenRTK330LI EVK Development Kit

The OpenRTK330LI EVK development kit is designed to aid developers who are creating 3D machine control and guidance systems, as well as navigation systems for autonomous vehicles.