Abstract: A method for automatically adjusting a target ground speed of a machine includes receiving data from a sensor, at a work monitor unit of an electronic control module of the machine, analyzing the data received from the sensor on the work monitor unit, receiving the data from the work monitor unit at a target model unit of the electronic control module, calculating, at the target model unit based on the data, ground engagement data for the machine, receiving the ground engagement data for the machine at a work monitor library unit of the electronic control module, calculating, at the work monitor library unit, the target ground speed, and adjusting a speed of the machine to the target ground speed.

Abstract: A control system for an engine includes an operational data sensor generating signals indicative of operational data of the engine and a controller communicably coupled with the engine and the operational data sensor. The controller operates the engine based on operational parameters defined by a baseline engine model. The controller receives the signals indicative of the operational data of the engine, and generates a dynamic engine model which defines at least one operational parameter of the engine based on the received operational data of the engine. The controller compares the baseline engine model to the dynamic engine model. The controller determines a difference between the baseline engine model and the dynamic engine model based on the comparison. The controller compares the determined difference to a threshold difference value and operates the engine based on the dynamic engine model, if the determined difference exceeds the threshold difference value.

Abstract: An aftertreatment system for treating a high-volume exhaust flow is provided. The aftertreatment system includes a filter module. The aftertreatment system also includes a conduit in fluid communication with the filter module. The aftertreatment system further includes at least one aftertreatment module in fluid communication with the conduit. The filter module is adapted to selectively receive at least one filter element therein. The at least one filter element is adapted to reduce a backpressure within the aftertreatment system. The filter module is also adapted to provide incremental levels of particulate matter reduction from the exhaust flow based, at least in part, on a number of filter elements therein.

Abstract: A valve guard for a valve assembly associated with a machine includes a first portion and a second portion disposed adjacent to the first portion. Each of the first and second portions includes a plurality of tabs. Further, at least one tab of the plurality of tabs is adapted to be removed from the first and second portions based on a configuration of the valve assembly. The removal of the at least one tab from the first and second portions provides at least one passage for connecting at least one fluid line with the valve assembly.

Abstract: A controller for a spark plug of an engine is provided. The controller is configured to receive a signal indicative of an operational parameter of the engine. The controller is configured to define a breakdown time duration for the spark plug. Further, the controller is configured to determine an optimum amount of energy required to generate a spark for the spark plug based on the defined breakdown time duration and the operational parameter. The controller is further configured to cause the optimum amount of energy to be supplied to the spark plug to cause the spark to be generated for the spark plug.

Abstract: A method of making a machine component includes extruding a supply of an aluminum alloy to produce an extrusion. The extrusion is formed under temperature-limited forming conditions of 275° C. or less to produce a blank. The blank is machined to at least one predetermined tolerance to produce the machine component.

Abstract: A method for calibrating an image capturing device mounted on a machine is provided. The image capturing device is configured to capture one or more images of a calibration target. The one or more images include a set of reference points corresponding to the calibration target. The method includes receiving a first positional data and a second positional data associated with the image capturing device and the calibration target respectively. The method includes generating, through the processor, a set of augmented reality points based on the first positional data and the second positional data. The method further includes overlaying, through the processor, the set of augmented reality points on the set of reference points displayed on the display. The method includes iteratively adjusting, through the processor, at least one of a roll, a yaw, or a pitch of the image capturing device until the set of augmented reality points align with the corresponding set of reference points.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a component is disclosed. The method includes depositing a material on a removable form structure having geometry corresponding to an internal space of the component. The material is deposited on the removable form structure by an additive manufacturing technique. The method includes removing the removable form structure to obtain a pre-machined component, and then machining the pre-machined component to manufacture the component having the internal space.

Abstract: A system and method for detecting uncommanded positioning of at least one valve spool in a plurality of valve spools and for stopping fluid flow to a plurality of hydraulic actuators fluidly connected to the plurality of valve spools is disclosed. The method may comprise receiving a signal fluid pressure detected in a signal passageway, identifying whether at least one activation command is currently enabled, and stopping the flow of fluid to the plurality of hydraulic actuators if no activation command is enabled for any of the plurality of valve spools, and the signal fluid pressure when detected (1) upstream of the plurality of valve spools is greater than a first threshold or (2) downstream of the plurality of valve spools is less than a second threshold.

Abstract: A guidance system and method for guiding excavation at an excavation site utilizes an excavating machine and an in-pit crusher and conveyer (IPCC) having a first hopper and a second hopper for receiving material. The guidance system can receive first hopper data associated with the first hopper and second hopper data associated with the second hopper and can process the first hopper data and second hopper data to determine a selected hopper for dispensing material. In an aspect, the guidance system can generate a guidance indication to display to the operator of the excavating machine that indicates the selected hopper.

Abstract: A work machine may include a power module including a battery and engine and configured to provide power. The work machine also includes a drive module configured with one or more motors and positioned over a track roller frame. The work machine may also include a ripping module configured with one or more ripping devices to cut or rip encountered material. Further, the work machine may also include a hydraulic module including one or more devices in a front region to cut or rip the encountered material.

Abstract: An ignition system for an internal combustion engine includes a prechamber ignition device, a fuel admission valve for the prechamber ignition device, and a combustion consistency control mechanism configured to receive data indicative of at least one of a magnitude of a peak pressure in a combustion prechamber of the prechamber ignition device or a timing of the peak pressure in the combustion prechamber. The combustion consistency control mechanism calculates an error based on the data, and outputs a valve opening command to a fuel valve to produce a shot of combustion-initiating gases from the prechamber device, the valve opening command being based on the error.

Abstract: A system for communicating between a machine and a remote system generates machine data and image data on-board the machine. The data is segmented into machine data subsets and image data subsets. At least some of the machine data subsets and only some of the image data subsets are transmitted off-board the machine to an off-board controller. The off-board controller updates an electronic map based upon the image data subsets, and generates a machine movement plan based upon the updated electronic map.

Abstract: A magnetic particle inspection tool is provided including a yoke with an inspection magnet, a first magnetic member, and a second magnetic member. The inspection magnet is configured to magnetize a work piece. The first magnetic member is rotatable relative to the inspection magnet between a first position and a second position, and the inspection magnet is slidable relative to the first magnetic member. The first magnetic member and second magnetic member include a plurality of magnetic sources forming a magnetic surface with a first magnetic pattern and a magnetic surface with a second magnetic pattern. The magnetic surfaces are magnetically attracted when the first magnetic member is in the first position and repelled when in the second position.

Abstract: A display system for a machine includes multiple imaging devices configured to capture image data of an environment around the machine. The display system includes a position sensor configured to generate signals indicative of position of an operator seat. The display system further includes a display screen in communication with the imaging device and the position sensor. The display screen receives the image data from the multiple imaging devices. The display screen displays an image on the display screen based on the image data. The display screen receives the signals indicative of the position of the operator seat. Further, the display screen adjusts the image being displayed on the display screen based on the position of the operator seat.

Abstract: A compaction machine includes a frame and a compactor drum. The compactor drum includes a vibratory system and a support structure. The vibratory system includes a vibratory mechanism coupled to the support structure. The vibratory mechanism includes a cavity having a radial outer wall. The radial outer wall is curved and is eccentric with respect to an axis of rotation of the vibratory system. Further, the radial outer wall extends around the axis of rotation. The vibratory mechanism also includes a non-fixed weight provided within the cavity. The non-fixed weight is adapted to move within the cavity. A movement of the non-fixed weight within the cavity generates multiple vibration amplitudes as the vibratory system rotates in a first direction and a second direction. The first direction is opposite to the second direction.

Abstract: A demolition hammer includes a housing defining an interior cavity, a power cell having a front head, and a wear plate. The power cell is disposed within the interior cavity of the housing. The wear plate is interposed between the housing and the front head of the power cell. The wear plate includes a body defining a central longitudinal axis. The body has a face that includes a bottom end, a top end in spaced relationship to the bottom end along the central longitudinal axis, and a pair of lateral edges in spaced relationship to each other along a transverse axis that is perpendicular to the central longitudinal axis. The face includes an interface surface that defines at least one channel extending along the central longitudinal axis and that is in proximate relationship with the front head of the power cell.

Abstract: An electric linear actuator is provided. The electric linear actuator may have a cylinder housing, an electric motor disposed inside the cylinder housing, a piston rod at least partially slidably disposed inside the cylinder housing, and a planetary gear arrangement disposed inside the cylinder housing and configured to connect the electric motor to the piston rod. The planetary gear arrangement may have a ring gear integrally connected to the piston rod. The electric motor, the planetary gear arrangement, and the piston rod may be disposed in series along a central axis of the cylinder housing.

Abstract: A reversible bushing for a hydraulic hammer is provided. The reversible bushing includes a body having a first end, a second end, an inner surface, and an outer surface. The reversible bushing includes a first notch provided in relation to a center of symmetry. The reversible bushing includes a first channel provided on the first end of the body. The reversible bushing includes a second channel provided on the second end of the body. The reversible bushing also includes a first groove provided on the first end of the body. The reversible bushing further includes a second groove provided on the second end of the body. The first channel and the second channel are equidistant with respect to the center of symmetry. The first groove and the second groove are equidistant with respect to the center of symmetry.

Abstract: An idler wheel for use with a track chain of a vehicle that includes a plurality of track pins and bushings comprises a main body that includes a generally cylindrical configuration defining an axis of rotation, a circumferential direction and a radial direction, the main body including a central portion disposed along the axis of rotation defining an axial extremity of the radial portion, and at least a first outside portion disposed along the axis of rotation that includes an undulating circumferential perimeter.