Swing automation for rope shovel
US9315967B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/2045
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and method for various levels of automation of a swing-to-hopper motion for a rope shovel. An operator controls a rope shovel during a dig operation to load a dipper with materials. A controller receives position data, either via operator input or sensor data, for the dipper and a hopper where the materials are to be dumped. The controller then calculates an ideal path for the dipper to travel to be positioned above the hopper to dump the contents of the dipper. In some embodiments, the controller outputs operator feedback to assist the operator in traveling along the ideal path to the hopper. In some embodiments, the controller restricts the dipper motion such that the operator is not able to deviate beyond certain limits of the ideal path. In some embodiments, the controller automatically controls the movement of the dipper to reach the hopper.
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