Sandvik experiences with remote controlled machinery

The article presents historical and current methods of controlling Sandvik machinery operating in underground mining. It indicates the direction of roadheaders development, with a special focus on various stages of introducing technical innovations that can be used in mining. The currently developed machines fit the idea of “Industry 4.0”, and the solutions presented in this article allow underground plants to improve safety and productivity, making the mining branch an industrial trendsetter.

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Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa Nr 461252 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki i promocja sportu (2020).