Danfoss Power Solutions release ACL 4.0
Company introduces geofencing capabilities to its Autonomous Control Library software
DANFOSS Power Solutions have released an update to their PLUS+1 Autonomous Control Library (ACL) software for off-highway machinery. ACL 4.0 allows users to create virtual boundaries around specific geographic areas, known as geofences. The capability helps ensure reliability and enables location tracking when a machine enters or exits a boundary.
Danfoss PLUS+1 ACL software comprises pre-programmed and pre-tested software blocks covering areas such as perception, positioning, and navigation. The software allows users to add autonomous functionality to mobile machinery by integrating the blocks into their machine software applications, eliminating the need to develop software from scratch. Designed for engineering teams at original equipment manufacturers and distributors, ACL software reduces development time and costs.
ACL 4.0 includes the following new software blocks:
Boundary recorder – allows an operator to create a boundary by driving around a specific area. This results in saving a polygon to a file
Boundary converter – allows users to generate a polygon using geographical co-ordinates, creating a more precise boundary
Boundary loader – loads a file with a polygon to be used with geofence checker. This allows the operator to choose from files that have been previously saved to match the machine’s intended activity
Geofence checker – compares the vehicle co-ordinates to the boundary. It also provides a vector to the nearest point of the boundary, as well as the straight-ahead distance to the boundary
Transform GNSS – an independent block that translates the GNSS position to a given point in the machine, providing greater flexibility when installing the GNSS antenna.
With multiple means for defining a boundary, ACL 4.0 offers greater flexibility for a wide range of geofencing needs. With its PLUS+1 integration, the software is said to be easier to use than other methods for creating a geofence.
ACL 4.0 enhances Level 3 autonomous functionality while providing a baseline for more advanced capabilities. Level 3 autonomy introduces automated driving features to mobile machinery, allowing task consistency regardless of operator experience. This improves precision and productivity while enhancing safety.
‘With geofencing capabilities integrated in our Autonomous Control Library, customers can achieve greater operational control in a flexible, easy-to-use package,’ said Adam Khaw, head of autonomy at Danfoss Power Solutions.
‘ACL 4.0 highlights our Delivered Autonomy strategy, where proven software, robust hardware, and development expertise come together to deliver unmatched value. It's not about individual components, but about making the entire system work effectively from day one.’
