Oshkosh Corporation unveiled a range of advanced robotics and vehicle technologies at CES 2025, showcasing innovations in electrification, artificial intelligence, autonomy, and connectivity. These developments are designed to support individuals in demanding professions such as first responders, construction workers, and airport personnel, with a focus on enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Among the highlights was the McNeilus Volterra ZFL, an all-electric front-loader refuse and recycling vehicle capable of operating for a full day on a single charge. The vehicle incorporates advanced systems such as AI-enabled bin detection, which identifies refuse bins and allows operators to deploy a collection arm with precision. Electrified arm technology improves operational efficiency by reducing noise and increasing speed, saving significant time during daily operations. AI-powered contamination detection, utilizing on-the-edge processing, enables real-time identification of recyclables’ contamination, facilitating immediate corrective actions.
The company also introduced HARR-E, an autonomous, electric refuse collection robot designed for on-demand trash and recycling pickup. Using advanced navigation systems and AI, the robot can be summoned via a smartphone or virtual assistant to streamline household and community waste collection, complementing traditional waste management services.
For first responders, Oshkosh revealed the Collision Avoidance Mitigation System, an AI-driven solution designed specifically for emergency vehicles operating on active roadways. The system integrates advanced cameras, radar, and sensors to detect the trajectory, speed, and proximity of approaching vehicles, providing seconds of critical warning to enhance roadside safety. The system also includes a continuous video recording feature for incident documentation and analysis.
In the airport sector, Oshkosh presented a fully autonomous, electric cargo handler designed to transport baggage efficiently between designated locations. Equipped with sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and radar, the vehicle navigates predictable routes with precision. For construction and industrial applications, Oshkosh debuted the JLG Galileo, a multifunctional, all-electric machine combining boom lift and telehandler capabilities. Additionally, the company introduced an autonomous mobile charging robot, which provides wireless charging directly to equipment, supporting the increased adoption of electrified machinery and optimizing operational uptime.
Oshkosh’s proprietary electrification systems are integrated across a range of applications, including fire trucks, refuse and recycling vehicles, and last-mile delivery fleets. This versatility demonstrates the company’s commitment to developing adaptable, sustainable solutions for various industries. John Pfeifer, Oshkosh Corporation’s president and CEO, emphasized the company’s focus on creating impactful innovations, stating that its technologies aim to support a safe, productive, quiet, and clean future.
