XUZHOU, China, Aug. 29, 2024 – A massive Revealed-Pit Mine (the Mine) positioned in Inner Mongolia, China, has recently implemented an innovative unmanned construction solution for mines from XCMG Equipment. The Mine has chosen to embrace green and intelligent open-pit mining practices by utilizing a fleet of electric autonomous mining vehicles, specifically the ZNK95.

The ZNK95 Intelligent Mining Unload Truck is a groundbreaking electric autonomous mining truck with a maximum load capacity of 85 tons. This vehicle, designed without a cab, is capable of operating in extreme conditions, including high-altitude and temperatures as low as -40°C. Equipped with a dedicated permanent magnet synchronous electric drive system, the ZNK95 meets the demanding requirements of mining vehicles in terms of heavy loads and steep gradients.

This innovative mining truck leverages vehicle, cloud, and network collaborative technology to seamlessly transition between short-distance remote control, long-distance remote operation, and autonomous intelligent driving modes. The autonomous driving system integrates advanced technologies for environmental perception, decision-making, vehicle control, fault diagnosis, and communication, enabling it to conduct full mining operations across various equipment types with superior efficiency compared to manual driving.

XCMG has developed mature technology and service models that encourage mine owners to adopt intelligent and environmentally friendly mining practices, such as the Optimum Economic Efficiency and Maximum Loading Efficiency modes. Their mining equipment offers comprehensive coverage of the entire mining site, providing integrated planning for constructors, vehicles, and the site itself, resulting in centralized dispatching, vision command platforms, and innovative scheduling.

XCMG offers a complete range of unmanned construction hardware for open-pit mining, including mining dump trucks, excavators, drills, crushers, and auxiliary equipment, all integrated with autonomous intelligent driving systems. These solutions are designed with intelligent connectivity and autonomous driving capabilities from the outset, accommodating various customization requirements and significantly reducing customer investment and operational costs.

For more information, visit the XCMG website.