Pucobre and HARD-LINE partner to test semi-autonomous technology for underground mining
Advertisement After signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in September 2019, Pucobre, a Chilean copper producer, is testing HARD-LINE’s Tele-Op Auto at an underground mine in Copiapó, Chile. TeleOp Auto is a system that allows autonomous control of load, haul, dump (LHDs) and trucks from a safe distance at a control station. “The pilot project is going very well. We really feel the interest from HARD-LINE, and that is really important to us,” said Carlos Morales, Pucobre’s Chief Technology Officer. For phase one, one LHD is being operated through semi-autonomous technology, w...
Source: globalminingreview.com