Automated Material Handling

AI supports remote machine operation, site analytics, and in-cab safety controls for Caterpillar’s heavy equipment operations.

Business impact

• Safety incidents — The evidence points to hazard detection and safety controls, but does not give a measured change.

Data requirements

• High-precision spatial data (tabular) — Used with AI for remote machine operation and site analytics.

AI methods and techniques

• Computer-assisted spatial analytics — High-precision spatial data is combined with AI to analyze sites and support remote machine operation.
• Voice interaction — A voice-activated assistant lets operators request safety controls, hazard checks, and diagnostics.

Industries

Real-world evidence

1 documented case study on record.

Companies using this: Caterpillar.