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Bosch at CONEXPO/IFPE 2017: Intelligence, safety and comfort for construction
At CONEXPO/IFPE 2017, Bosch will showcase system solutions for the
future of construction equipment that enhance vehicle intelligence,
safety and comfort. Through systems from its Commercial Vehicle &
Off-Road unit as well as Bosch Rexroth, Bosch will highlight solutions
that help the construction industry to improve operations from the
ground to the cloud.
Bosch has been supporting the industry for a number of years and in 2016
the company introduced a new business unit, Commercial Vehicle &
Off-Road, to specifically address the current and future needs of this
field.
"The Bosch portfolio addresses a variety of needs with systems that make
for a safer and more productive construction site," said Andrew Allen,
head of the Construction business for Commercial Vehicle & Off-Road
business unit at Bosch. "We offer specific technology solutions for the
industry and the Bosch IoT cloud provides an even deeper level of
integration and flexibility for continuous improvement."
Genius (News - Alert) CAB debuts in the U.S. at CONEXPO/IFPE 2017
The Genius CAB concept will be shown for the first time in the U.S. at
CONEXPO/IFPE. This project brings together a network of renowned
suppliers including: Bosch, the Technische Universität Dresden, and
VDBUM, the German association for construction, environmental, and
machine technology. The project's aim is to demonstrate to manufacturers
of construction machinery, agricultural machinery, and industrial
forklifts the untapped potential and benefits of system integration. The
concept won an innovation award at bauma 2016 in the Design category.
Concept CAB showcases solutions for intelligence, safety and comfort
Intelligence:
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The body computer is the central intelligence element in this
electronic concept. The reduction of the number of electrical
connections, relays, and fuses saves on material and makes circuits
less complex. The reduction in complexity can greatly decrease system
errors or faults. The body computer is highly customizable, as its
programming can be customized to suit each customer's applications. In
the Genius CAB, the body computer performs central control of the
sensor and actuator systems via CAN (J1939), LIN, or directly.
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The Bosch direct wiper drive is an intelligent system that can
adjust effortlessly to current weather conditions - whether it is
snow, rain showers, or heavy rain. It is highly flexible in that drive
unit and the range of movement can be adjusted to fit different cab
sizes and configurations.
Safety:
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The Bosch side-view mirror replacement displays give drivers a
digital look over their shoulders. By integrating displays into the
vehicle interior, the side-view mirrors can be eliminated, which
reduces blind spots and increases workplace safety.
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An ultrasonic sensor system monitors the environment as a
complement to human eyesight - when visibility is poor, for example,
or even at night. These sensors heighten operating safety by providing
drivers unobstructed vision around the vehicle. A display shows
drivers any obstacles, so they can react accordingly. The system is
flexible as measurement ranges can be defined individually for each
sensor.
Comfort:
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The central user interface in the Genius CAB is the DI4-mid display
and terminal, which can be operated using buttons or via the
tuchscreen. With a 7-inch display, the DI4 is a universally
applicable control system that is freely programmable using the
Codesys V3.5 development environment.
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Another interface is the 4THE5 joystick. In excavators, for
example, this input device controls functions such as shovel
movements. At the same time, the joystick is an important interface
not only to the DI4-mid terminal, but as well to other functions on
the machine since its push buttons can be used to activate functions
including the windshield wipers, side-view mirror replacement systems,
and cab lighting.
In addition to the Genius CAB, Bosch will showcase many other
technologies at CONEXPO/IFPE designed to enhance the operator experience
for construction machinery.
Connected solutions for construction
The Bosch Central Gateway (News - Alert) (CGW) is the central communication node
that acts as a router for in-vehicle communication and through the
connectivity control unit (CCU) to the outside. It is the gate for all
data coming into the vehicle and is secured through functions such as
firewall and intrusion detection. ETAS and ESCRYPT (both parts of the
Bosch Group) provide the necessary transmission and encryption
technologies that ensure functional safety and data security. The
gateway enables secure software updates via the cloud or firmware
over the air (FOTA) updates.
The Connectivity Control Unit or CCU from Bosch receives and
transmits vehicle information via Bluetooth, WiFi, and/or LTE (News - Alert) with a SIM
card, enabling remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance and more. The
CCU can also be used to determine the vehicle's position using GPS, if
desired.
Single picture, no blind spots
The Bosch Surround View EasyFit enables any vehicle or machine to
be equipped with surround view functionality to improve visibility and
safety for operators in the working area. The system combines image
streams from four cameras and stitches them together in a single
360-degree bird's-eye view picture free from blind spots. With a simple
calibration algorithm, the system can be easily integrated into
individual vehicles as series or retro-fit equipment.
EXPERIENCE BOSCH AT CONEXPO/IFPE 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada: At
CONEXPO/IFPE 2017, Bosch is showing system solutions for the future of
construction that enhance vehicle intelligence, safety and comfort.
Systems from Bosch and Bosch Rexroth can improve operations from the
ground to the cloud.
BOSCH BOOTH: Tuesday to Saturday, March 7-11, 2017 at Central
Hall, booth #S80214
About Bosch
Having established a regional presence in 1906 in North America, the
Bosch Group employs some 32,500 associates in more than 100 locations,
as of December 31, 2016. According to preliminary figures, in 2016 Bosch
generated consolidated sales of $13.7 billion in the U.S., Canada and
Mexico. For more information, visit www.boschusa.com,
www.bosch.com.mx
and www.bosch.ca.
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and
services. It employs roughly 390,000 associates worldwide (as of
December 31, 2016). According to preliminary figures, the company
generated sales of 73.1 billion euros ($80.9 billion) in 2016. Its
operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions,
Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building
Technology. As a leading IoT company, Bosch offers innovative solutions
for smart homes, smart cities, connected mobility, and connected
industry. It uses its expertise in sensor technology, software, and
services, as well as its own IoT cloud, to offer its customers
connected, cross-domain solutions from a single source. The Bosch
Group's strategic objective is to create solutions for a connected life,
and to improve quality of life worldwide with products and services that
are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology
that is "Invented for life." The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH
and its roughly 450 subsidiaries and regional companies in some 60
countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch's global
manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every
country in the world. The basis for the company's future growth is its
innovative strength. At 120 locations across the globe, Bosch employs
59,000 associates in research and development.
Additional information is available online at www.bosch.com,
www.iot.bosch.com,
www.bosch-press.com,
www.twitter.com/BoschPresse.
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