ReNAM

Important results from the project

The project fulfilled all technical and scientific objectives defined at project start. ReNAM developed and demonstrated technologies for autonomous underground mining vehicles, including reactive navigation, sensing, localization, simulation, and twins. The project carried out simulations and subsystem demonstrations at Epirocs Kvarntorp test mine for scenarios related to autonomous ramp driving and mixed-traffic scenarios. The project also contributed to approaches in simulation and autonomy.

Expected long term effects

The successful evaluation of ReNAM’s ramp-driving and mixed-traffic scenarios is expected to support future use of autonomous mining vehicles in complex underground environments. Advances in sensor-based perception and integration with mining management systems contribute to increased digitalization, safer operations, and development toward future autonomous mining systems. The project also strengthens Swedish competence in autonomous mining technology and underground robotics.

Approach and implementation

The project was carried out as a close collaboration between LTU, Epiroc, and Algoryx, focusing on autonomous underground mining vehicles, simulation, and sensor integration. The work was organized through technical activities related to autonomy, simulation, perception, and demonstrations. The project developed mostly according to plan. A project extension supported continued integration and demonstration activities. The collaboration between the project partners worked very well.

External links

project webpage at Robotics and AI website project webpage at Luleå University of Technology website