US EditionCaterpillar Introduces AI-Powered Future for Machines, Company
Cat AI uses Nvidia's Jetson Thor and Omniverse to aid operators with safety, scheduling, and data, sending 2,000 messages per second to enhance construction automation.
- On Wednesday at CES, Caterpillar showcased Cat AI, an onboard assist system built on Nvidia Jetson Thor that runs as a fleet of AI agents for on-machine help.
- Built on a growing partnership with Nvidia, Caterpillar is deepening AI and automation across its fleet, with Brandon Hootman saying the effort began to address real customer challenges.
- Designed for field use, Cat AI can answer machine operators' questions, provide resources, offer safety tips, and is piloted inside a mid-size Cat 306 CR Mini Excavator.
- Because machines send large volumes of data, Caterpillar machines transmit roughly 2,000 messages per second, enabling simulations and digital models that improve scheduling and planning workflows.
- Positioned within Nvidia's physical AI strategy, Caterpillar uses Omniverse digital twins for scheduling and material estimates, supporting Nvidia's full‑stack physical AI ecosystem outlined at CES keynote Monday.
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