Prof. Jens Krzywinski Assistant professor of Industrial Design, TU Dresden University of Technology The Genius Cab highlights today’s technological possibilities in the realm of construction machines as a result of internationally leading suppliers and research institutions joining forces. This project
Software development continuously progressed after the finalization of all CAN specifications and minor changes in the functional scope. Regular coordination meetings within the cluster ensured compatibility of the individual control units. On December 8, 2015, we were finally able to
Fritz Schadeck Vice president Sales & Marketing Fritzmeier Future trends in the field of wheel load drivers are based on systems integration and increasing demands regarding safety and ergonomics with regard to intuitive operating solutions. These developments require increased digitalization
Peter Guttenberger Managing Director VDBUM Besides process optimization, economic efficiency and productivity are also key factors in the construction industry. However, the workers are the greatest assets in the process. Thus it is vital to create the optimal working environment.
AURORA was the supervising member of the project group Air Conditioning for the Genius Cab. The AURORA air conditioning system is a vital feature of convenience of the Genius Cab and was developed in cooperation with Bosch, Fritzmeier, Grammer, and
We are proud and happy that yesterday we were awarded the VDBUM advancement award in the category “Industry Development” at the VDBUM corporate training event in Willingen, Germany for our Genius Cab. The award was presented to the Concept Cab
Cluster member Bosch is head of the project group Complete Cabin “Electronic control systems”. The challenge was to develop efficient system architecture (concept of actuators and sensors) to ensure coordination of communications among all cluster partners. Simultaneously, iterative development of BCM software
From the beginning, the main objective in combining mechanical components was to provide maximum safety and optimal ergonomic conditions while adhering to international directives. The aluminium cabin frame and the EXO-ROPS safety structure of the Genius Cab are developed at
The actual success story of the project started in June 2013 with the predecessor of the “Genius Cab”, the “Young Generation Cab”. During a two-day workshop, ten trainees developed their own ideas and suggestions for cabs and presented a prototype at
The kick-off event on 21 October 2014 in Sengenthal (Bavaria) hosted by cluster partner Max Bögl with more than 20 potential cluster partners marked the official launch of CCC. At this remarkable event each potential partner presented his innovative idea