DEVELON has launched the Transparent Bucket 2.0 system, designed to eliminate blind spots when operating the company’s wheel loaders.
The manufacturer said traditional wheel loaders create blind spots in front of the machine due to the raised bucket. The Transparent Bucket addresses this by using high-tech front-mounted cameras to create a real-time see-through effect on the cab monitor. This, Develon explained, gives operators a clear view of the obstructed area.
Building on the success of the previous version of the system, TB2.0 introduces AI-powered Object Detection (OD) and Object Recognition. AI-powered Object Detection (OD) identifies objects – including people – within 10 metres and alerts operators with a red triangular warning on the monitor. With Advanced Object Recognition, the system learns the position of the bucket and automatically adjusts the composite image to match the movement of the bucket.
TB2.0 integrates two cameras mounted on the cab and front frame to create a curved projection composite image of the space in front of the bucket.
Develon has improved the warning system with colour-coded alerts. If an object is detected within the bucket’s transparency zone, the monitor flashes bold red to indicate immediate danger. If an object is detected outside of the visibility zone, the monitor will flash thick yellow, signalling a potential hazard.
These alerts aim to help operators make quick, informed decisions to prevent accidents and improve safety.
