The joint product of Reksoft and Nornickel—AI-powered autonomous rock breaker—was recognized as the best in the Mining Industry 4.0 competition, winning in the AI-Based Solution for Mining category. The solution is designed to enhance performance of mine operations and strengthen industrial safety when breaking oversize rock.
The AI-aided system independently prioritizes crushing targets, selects the optimal pick application point, and plots the shortest boom trajectory. The rock breaker is fitted with high-resolution cameras and lidars to precisely determine its position and surroundings, making it possible to continuously monitor the workflow. The confirmed productivity increase of rock breakers—both during and between shifts—reaches 30% by reducing downtime.
The system is operated using multifactor algorithmic models without human intervention but, as and where necessary, allows switching to semi-automatic or manual modes. In automatic or automated modes, a single operator can control several rock breakers at once.
The product is based on domestic software and compatible with video cameras and lidars from various manufacturers. The first pilot tests of the solution will take place at the Komsomolsky mine in 2026.
The international Mining Industry 4.0 competition is arranged by the MiningWorld Russia exhibition and Digital Group. It aims to support engineering and IT teams delivering digital projects, as well as to promote the best practices for improving mining safety and performance.
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