Komatsu’s Introduces Electric And Remote-Controlled Concept Mini Excavator
Komatsu has announced a fully-electric (non-hydraulic drive) remote-controlled mini excavator powered by a lithium-ion battery, as its next-generation concept machine for the future. The manufacturer – which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary – said that the concept machine was, “Designed
Komatsu has announced a fully-electric (non-hydraulic drive) remote-controlled mini excavator powered by a lithium-ion battery, as its next-generation concept machine for the future.
The manufacturer – which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary – said that the concept machine was, “Designed to lay the foundations for commercialization of fully electric construction equipment of the future.”
The fully electric 3-ton mini excavator builds on Komatsu’s technological expertise in electric forklifts and mini excavators. It incorporates new technologies, such as lithium-ion batteries and electric cylinders which utilize no hydraulics. As the machine is remote operated, Komatsu says it has “achieved totally new concepts related to vehicle designs and performance.”
A vehicle controller and operational device are connected via wireless LAN, enabling remote control operations under any work environment.
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