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July 18, 2013

Overcoming the Chip Shortage by Rethinking How AI is Designed

Deci co-founder and CEO Yonatan Geifman says software developers need to support and optimize their solutions for multiple hardware platforms instead of relying on a single microchip product.

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Autonomous Vehicles Create More Intuitive, Easier to Use Operator Interfaces

Increased automation will simplify, and eventually minimize the need for operator cabs and controls.

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New Equipment and Technology Launches at MINExpo

OEMs and suppliers will showcase their latest advancements for the mining industry.

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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.

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Baidu Introduces Real-Time Mapping Technology for Autonomous Navigation

Terrain Traversability Mapping enables an autonomous excavator to navigate through unstructured outdoor environments.

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Komatsu Features WE1850-3 Wheel Loader at MINExpo 2021

Komatsu’s new WE1850-3 wheel loader, part of the new Generation 3 series, is a versatile loading tool that can be used for main line production and shovel backup as well as cleanup and ramp building.

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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.

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Epiroc Acquires Specialist in Mining Vehicle Battery Conversions

FVT Research designs diesel-to-battery conversion kits and rebuilds mining machines to electric versions.

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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.

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Volvo Penta and Rosenbauer Showcase PANTHER Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle at MINExpo 2021

The Volvo Penta-powered Rosenbauer PANTHER is built for off-road use, disperses 9,000 L of water/foam per minute, and extinguishes a fire considerably faster than standard over the road structural trucks.

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Skycatch Launches High Accuracy Drone Mapping and 3D Data Analytics Solution

Flight1x is a first to market cloud-based solution for the DJI M300 that delivers drone mapping accuracy and inspection automation for mining and construction operations.

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Rolls-Royce Presents mtu Hybrid Haul Truck Concept

The new mtu concept for a hybrid haul truck could help cut carbon dioxide emissions by as much as 30%.

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Eaton Partners with DOE and Ballard to Improve Efficiency of Fuel Cells

Eaton is partnering with Ballard Fuel Cell Systems and the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory to develop fuel cell technology which improves fuel efficiency.

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DEUTZ Showcasing New and Remanufactured Engines at MINExpo 2021

DEUTZ XChange remanufactured engines, as well as Tier 4 engines and hybrid models will be among the products on display.

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Komatsu to Teleoperate Excavator from MINExpo

The demonstration will preview the new semi-autonomous PC7000-11 hydraulic excavator.

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Thomson Industries Launches Online Ball Screw Sizing and Selection Tool

The Linear Motioneering tool simplifies and streamlines the sizing and selection process so designers can calculate ball screw solutions for their linear motion designs.

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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.

The Volta Zero electric truck is set to begin customer trials in mid-2022.

Volta Trucks Confirms Manufacturing Partner for Volta Zero Electric Truck

Steyr Automotive will manufacture the Volta Zero, bringing with it decades of commercial vehicle manufacturing experience.

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BKT Featuring Two New Sizes of Mining Tires at MINExpo 2021

BKT will feature two new sizes from its EARTHMAX tire line designed to meet the demands of mining applications.

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Continental ProViu 360 2nd Generation Surround View System

Continental's ProViu camera system provides a 3D, 360-degree view of the vehicle to help improve safety.

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From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Gearing up for MINExpo 2021

MINExpo is one of the next big industry events to take place in person, and manufacturers are preparing to show their latest mining equipment and technology.

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CrossControl CCpilot V1000 and V1200 Displays

The displays' iMX8X application processor provides more than 3 times the graphics processing performance.

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Scania Exhibiting Trucks for Mining Applications at MINExpo 2021

The company will display a Scania 8x4 Heavy Tipper for on-site operations and an International HX Series 6x4 tractor for outbound haulage.

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Construction Equipment Economic Outlook: Stability is on the Horizon

Demand for construction equipment is expected to remain positive in the coming year as the current boom transitions to more stable figures.

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Technology News Tracker: Advancements in Hydrogen Technology

Manufacturers are developing new engine and fuel cell technologies, as well as heavy vehicles capable of operating on hydrogen.

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Komatsu Europe Introduces PW98MR-11 Wheeled Midi Excavator

The PW98MR-11 features lower fuel consumption, improved operator comfort, and convenient and fast access to all service positions.

DEUTZ TCD engines, like the pictured TCD 3.6, are approved for use with paraffinic diesel fuels.

DEUTZ Approves TCD Engine Portfolio for Use with Paraffinic Diesel Fuels

The use of alternative fuels significantly reduces the carbon footprint of DEUTZ’s combustion engines and raises the prospect of running engines on a carbon-neutral basis in the future.