Develon - the company formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment - has introduced the Transparent Bucket 2.0 (TB2.0) system, an advanced safety and visibility system for its wheel loaders.
Wheel loaders often create blind spots in front of the machine, largely due to the raised bucket. The Develon Transparent Bucket solves this problem by using front-mounted cameras to create a see-through effect on the cab monitor. This gives the operator a clear view of the obstructed area, and provides greater awareness and precision when handling materials.
TB2.0 introduces AI-powered Object Detection and Object Recognition to provide enhanced safety and real-time hazard alerts. Object Detection identifies objects, including people, within ten metres and immediately alerts the operator with a red triangular warning on the monitor. With Advanced Object Recognition, the system learns the position of the bucket and automatically adjusts the image to match the movement of the bucket, ensuring accurate real-time visualisation.
TB2.0 employs two cameras mounted on the cab and front frame to create a seamless composite image of the space in front of the bucket. This ensures that the display adjusts as the loader moves, maintaining a clear, uninterrupted view for the operator.
As part of TB2.0, Develon has improved the warning system with colour-coded alerts that communicate the level of danger to the operator:
Red flashing border
If an object is detected within the bucket's transparency zone, the monitor flashes bold red to indicate immediate danger.
Yellow flashing border
If an object is detected outside of the visibility zone, the monitor will flash thick yellow, signalling a potential hazard.
These ialerts help operators make quick, informed decisions to prevent accidents and improve workflow safety. Whilst it forms an intelligent additional safety solution, that dramatically improves visibility and safety.
It is still only a complementary tool, and operators should always visually inspect their surroundings and not rely on the system alone.
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