AI powered assistance systems for intelligent crane control

Illustration of semi-autonomous crane control using industrial AI for the performance of routine tasks by an automated crane

Safety and efficiency through modular assistance features


Full or partial autonomy performs complex, AI-based tasks. In situations where autonomy is not desired or cannot be used, the AutoCrane assistance functions support crane operators in their daily work. These functions relieve crane operators of tedious and dangerous tasks and enhance their view of the work area by providing essential 3D information.

AutoCrane assistance systems

Collision Avoidance

Intelligent obstacle detection 

Diagram of the AutoCrane assistance system for obstacle detection and collision avoidance using artificial intelligence.

If the system detects an impending collision between the grapple or hook and any object in the crane's working area, it creates an alert on the HMI and stops the crane. When used with partial or full autonomy, the system will circumvent the obstacle.

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People Tracker

Enhanced safety through real-time monitoring

Illustration of the system for detecting people in the crane's working area using industrial AI.

Our system recognizes people via AI while they are in the crane's operating area. It alerts the crane operator and, if desired, smoothly halts the system to prevent dangerous situations.

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Time Machine

Recording and playback of the crane's activities

Illustration of the Time Machine system for recording and later playback of all sensor and control data from the crane during both automatic and manual operation.

Our Time Machine module records and stores all available sensor data from the crane in realt time, creating a comprehensive log of everyday operation.

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Storing and Retrieving Waypoints

Intuitive position recall for crane operators

Illustration of the system for saving and later retrieving waypoints along which the crane is guided.

Our Shortcuts Solution simplifies repetitive crane operations by allowing operators to store and recall precise grapple positions at the touch of a button.

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Sway Control

Load stabilization for smooth operation

Diagram of AutoCrane's systems for passive sway reduction and for actively suppressing linear sway and unwanted rotational movements of hook or grapple.
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Augmented Reality

Safe navigation with 3D support

Illustration of an AI-powered system that displays the position of a crane's hook or grapple in 3D space by drawing guide lines on a screen.

CraneLink's Augmented Reality features clearly show the grapple or hook's position in 3D space. This is a great help for the operator as they drive the load to its destination, and increases safety and speed.

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Path Planning

Intelligent path optimization

Diagram of the system for automatically planning optimal paths for the AutoCrane path-planning assistance system.

Our path planning system intelligently calculates the optimal path for the crane from start to finish. The path planning is optimized for the crane operator’s priorities and the on-site working environment. 

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