Danfoss Power Solutions has unveiled its new PLUS+1® Autonomous Control Library (ACL) 3.2 software, designed to revolutionize the self-driving capabilities of off-highway machinery.
This platform, which introduces preprogrammed and tested software packages, aims to simplify the integration of advanced autonomous functions, offering OEMs an out-of-the-box solution to accelerate development and reduce costs.
Key Features of ACL 3.2 Software
ACL 3.2 software includes updated packages to improve perception, positioning and navigation. Notable new features include:
Post Detect: uses rectangular stakes as landmarks, improving location in indoor and outdoor environments.
Reflector Detect: identifies reflectors to plot precise paths or improve positioning.
Projected Path Area: detects obstacles along the machine’s path when maneuvering.
Obstacle Detect Area: creates safety zones around the machine to avoid collisions.
Lidar Filter: reduces LiDAR signal noise in difficult conditions, such as fog or dust, ensuring more reliable detection.
These innovations enhance Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities, preventing collisions and increasing accuracy in environments where GPS may be limited. Level 3 autonomy enables greater operational consistency, regardless of operator skill, increasing productivity and safety.
The Impact on the Off-Highway Industry
According to Adam Khaw, Autonomy executive at Danfoss Power Solutions, the growing adoption of autonomous machinery is driven by the need to improve productivity and efficiency while reducing risks to operators. “ACL 3.2 not only meets these needs, but does so with a platform that accelerates time-to-market for our customers,” Khaw said.
This upgrade is a step forward for off-highway applications, promising smarter, safer machines that can compete in an increasingly automation-driven market.
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