AUTOMATED MACHINE REPOSITIONING IN AN EXCAVATING OPERATION

摘要

A method of repositioning a machine during an excavating operation from a first machine position (P₁) to a second machine position (P2) is provided. A target distance (d) to the second machine position (P2) is selected. An operator input device (54) configured to send a control input signal to a control module (52) to initiate a repositioning phase is activated. During a repositioning phase, the machine is moved toward the second position (P₂) while an operator maintains control of movement. A determination is made when the machine has traveled the target distance (d). The machine is stopped under automated machine control at the second machine position (P₂).