抄録
This paper describes the following 4 systems developed by KOMATSU LTD. in order to improve operability and realize unmanned, automatic operation of construction equipment.
1. Laser guided automatic excavation system for hydraulic excavators
2. Shoe slip control system for bulldozers
3. Unmanned vehicle control system for dump trucks
4. Automatic operation system for wheel loaders
This paper also describes the position-detecting hydraulic cylinder, and the sensor technology developed by KOMATSU which is indispensable for realizing these systems.