Motion Metrics International Corp.
Tel: +1-604-822-5842
Fax: +1-604-677-5191
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Web: www.motionmetrics.com
Tel: +1-604-822-5842
Fax: +1-604-677-5191
Email: info
Web: www.motionmetrics.com
Arm Geometry System (AGS)
A Dynamic Arm Geometry System for Hydraulic Shovels
Arm Geometry System (AGS) is a real-time shovel arm geometry system. The AGS system monitors various shovel parameters
to determine the exact coordinates of the bucket position. The system helps to increase production efficiency and reduce equipment
wear and damage.
- Highlights
- Description
Precise Bucket Positioning
The bucket position can be estimated with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. This information can be used in conjunction with the mine dispatch system to provide the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
The bucket position can be estimated with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. This information can be used in conjunction with the mine dispatch system to provide the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
Operator Orientated User Interface
The AGS user interface is specifically designed so that all the critical information is easily accessible to the shovel operator. A visual representation of the shovel is displayed in the user interface which changes dynamically according to the movements of the shovel.
The AGS user interface is specifically designed so that all the critical information is easily accessible to the shovel operator. A visual representation of the shovel is displayed in the user interface which changes dynamically according to the movements of the shovel.
Cylinder Limit Indication
When nearing the shovel cylinder extension or retraction limits, the color of the cylinder, displayed on the touch screen monitor, changes to red. This provides the operator with a visual warning and serves to extend the lifetime of the shovel.
When nearing the shovel cylinder extension or retraction limits, the color of the cylinder, displayed on the touch screen monitor, changes to red. This provides the operator with a visual warning and serves to extend the lifetime of the shovel.
What is AGS?
AGS is a real-time shovel arm geometry system. The AGS system monitors various shovel parameters to determine the exact coordinates of the bucket position. The system helps to increase production efficiency and reduce equipment wear and damage.
How can you/your mine benefit from AGS?
Extends the life of the machine and reduce down-time: The color of each cylinder near full retraction or full extension changes to red. This feature is called cylinder limit indicator.
Increases production efficiency: Real-time shovel arm geometry is displayed to the shovel operator graphically. Arm geometry information is used in combination with the mine dispatch system to give the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
Why is AGS the best solution?
AGS provides the bucket position with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. The AGS system reduces operation costs by avoiding shovel downtime caused by overstressing the hydraulic cylinders on the shovel.
How does AGS work?
Heavy-duty accelerometers are mounted on critical locations of the shovel arm. The real-time shovel arm geometry is determined using a sophisticated robotics algorithm based on the PhD thesis of Shahram Tafazoli, the founder of Motion Metrics. The real-time shovel arm geometry is graphically displayed to assist the shovel operator in making precise digs.
The algorithms are easily customized for different hydraulic shovel models. Currently, there are working algorithms for the Terex RH200, Terex RH340, Terex RH400, and Komatsu PC8000 shovels.
Highlights:
Precise Bucket Positioning
The bucket position can be estimated with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. This information can be used in conjunction with the mine dispatch system to provide the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
The bucket position can be estimated with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. This information can be used in conjunction with the mine dispatch system to provide the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
Operator Orientated User Interface
The AGS user interface is specifically designed so that all the critical information is easily accessible to the shovel operator. A visual representation of the shovel is displayed in the user interface which changes dynamically according to the movements of the shovel.
The AGS user interface is specifically designed so that all the critical information is easily accessible to the shovel operator. A visual representation of the shovel is displayed in the user interface which changes dynamically according to the movements of the shovel.
Cylinder Limit Indication
When nearing the shovel cylinder extension or retraction limits, the color of the cylinder, displayed on the touch screen monitor, changes to red. This provides the operator with a visual warning and serves to extend the lifetime of the shovel.
When nearing the shovel cylinder extension or retraction limits, the color of the cylinder, displayed on the touch screen monitor, changes to red. This provides the operator with a visual warning and serves to extend the lifetime of the shovel.
Description:
What is AGS?
AGS is a real-time shovel arm geometry system. The AGS system monitors various shovel parameters to determine the exact coordinates of the bucket position. The system helps to increase production efficiency and reduce equipment wear and damage.
How can you/your mine benefit from AGS?
Extends the life of the machine and reduce down-time: The color of each cylinder near full retraction or full extension changes to red. This feature is called cylinder limit indicator.
Increases production efficiency: Real-time shovel arm geometry is displayed to the shovel operator graphically. Arm geometry information is used in combination with the mine dispatch system to give the precise location of the material being dug and for updating the bench layout.
Why is AGS the best solution?
AGS provides the bucket position with an accuracy of better than 5 cm, relative to the shovel cab, for large mining shovels. The AGS system reduces operation costs by avoiding shovel downtime caused by overstressing the hydraulic cylinders on the shovel.
How does AGS work?
Heavy-duty accelerometers are mounted on critical locations of the shovel arm. The real-time shovel arm geometry is determined using a sophisticated robotics algorithm based on the PhD thesis of Shahram Tafazoli, the founder of Motion Metrics. The real-time shovel arm geometry is graphically displayed to assist the shovel operator in making precise digs.
The algorithms are easily customized for different hydraulic shovel models. Currently, there are working algorithms for the Terex RH200, Terex RH340, Terex RH400, and Komatsu PC8000 shovels.