Komatsu Readies Electric Loader Prototype

Komatsu will exhibit a fully electric wheel loader at Bauma later this month.

The machine’s electrified system includes an electric traction motor; lift, tilt, and steering electric cylinders; power electronics; system control computer; battery; and battery management system. The integrated control system connects and coordinates the actions across the machine, while the all-electric actuators and motors provide the force to the machine’s traction and loading system.

The prototype’s intelligent machine electrification system is designed to be connected and automation-ready, according to Komatsu. The system has the sensing and control capabilities needed for automation while the integrated software framework comes with built-in tools to coordinate multiple axes of motion and precisely control torque, velocity, position, and force.

Komatsu partnered with Moog on the machine, which is now ready for joint testing, according to Komatsu. The tests will include the loader’s level of efficiency, operating time, and comfort.

Source: Komatsu