The Minetec TRAX&TAGS II is currently the most accurate and commercially proven technology for tracking of assets, personnel and vehicles in underground, indoors and open space environments.  !High speed centralised processing infrastructure enables real time analysis and data mining of position data for Tracking as well as for High Precision Collision Avoidance systems.  !Geo-fencing, proximity detection and optimal traffic management are a few of the applications being developed to increase mine efficiency and safety.!DIRECTLY and NON intrusively, connects with, or supports other applications that are in need of the above tracking features to improve;!• People Safety, • Productivity and • Asset management. !!

A COMMERCIALLY PROVEN, ACCURATE & RELIABLE TRACKING SOLUTION.

!!RSSI Received Signal Strength IndicatorINS Inertial Navigation SystemReliable Real Time location trackingRuggedised technology Fit for Mining, Civil & Oil/Gas Fixed & Mobile Wireless Node w/ integrated Ranging

Person Protection device w/ integrated Ranging

In-vehicle Display Unit (several options)

Personal Protection Device Display Unit

Centralised management

Cost effective and scalable

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SOLUTION OVERVIEW

Exclusive partnership with CSIRO established.!Product development started in 2006, with site trials in 2008 followed by with R&D site projects in 2009/10 culminating in first large scale implementations in 2013.!Terrestrial localisation systems are required forapplications where GPS is unavailable e.g. Underground.!The WASP (Wireless Ad-hoc System for Positioning) system has been developed to address challenging tracking and navigation applications not addressed by current technology.!Features of the system:

!High accuracy localisationLow cost hardwareProvides high rate data communicationsNo cabling requiredOperates in severe multipath radio environments

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DEVELOPMENT HISTORY

Uses radio ranging TDOA (multiple patents)and INS to report position in real-time.!System consists of:Anchor Nodes – at fixed and known locationsMobile Nodes – attached to person/object to track!Accuracy depends on environment, below @ 60Hz;0.1 m outdoors line of sight (low multipath)0.2 m indoors line of sight (high multipath) ~1 m non line of sight

!All nodes provide a controlled data network• Data – OFDM 4 Mbps(BPSK) or 8 Mbps(QPSK).• Time Divisional capability for critical Data, which is used for Vehicle CAN information, Automation.

Nodes utilize (ISM) 5.8 GHz frequency band• 125 MHz bandwidth• Typical 50 mW transmit power

TECHNOLOGY

TraxTags II consists of complex, dynamic tracking algorithms, high-speed communications, databases and various visual representations of the real-time data collected.

•Operates dynamically in 3D, 2D or 1D positioning for low node population and positional redundancy.

•Nodes operates in a self-healing Mesh Network.•No direct Ethernet or fiber connection required•Nodes can operate in conjunction with existing Wifi

networks without interference.•Strong local Processing Capability both at the Tag

level.

The Ranging Capability of the Tags both track and navigate providing a peer-to-peer precision distance measurement function which provides precision distance measurement, concurrently, including all detected APs.

This positional information, in conjunction with AP and Wireless Tag unique IDs allows real time mapping of all Personnel, Vehicles and tagged equipment in underground and above ground environments.

TECHNOLOGY : INTELLIGENT TRACKING

• Windows or Android based ‘Smart Client’ database application with web access portal and reporting interface!

• Users are able to enter data and report information from anywhere on your network or the Internet.!

• Written in C#.net and ASP.net !

SQL Server database that is open and availablefor external interface!

• Reports delivered in Excel or Acrobat (.pdf)• Modular• Scalable • Robust• Integrated!!!

TECHNOLOGY CONTINUED

The tags are actually micro-wireless, intelligent devices that actively participate in the Tracking and Tagging solution.

All personnel underground, open-pits or plants have active wireless devices incorporated into Cap-Lamp Battery packs underground or adaptions for above ground. Tag energy requirements are minimal, systems incorporating higher efficiency batteries (ex Lithium Polymer) and LED lighting is the preference to optimize the solution at all levels, although not a requirement. !Personnel Tags have a two-fold function; provide the capability to allow accurate location calculation and act as a communication platform for messaging and alerts. They may even be extended to provide biometrics from the wearer in emergency situations.

Attached wireless devices are battery powered and configured for a much more conservative communications activity without the risk of depleting battery resources during mine shifts.

INTELLIGENCE AT NODE & TAG LEVEL: PEOPLE SAFETY

The concept of the Personnel Tag may be applied to the tracking and identification of relocatable equipment underground as well as above ground. !Moving machinery Wireless Tags are similar in nature to Personnel Tags. However, vehicle battery systems are used and a vehicle may have multiple Tags mounted. Vehicle Tags are usually complimented with Vehicle Access Points which better facilitate underground wireless coverage as well as above ground congested applications and have the added benefit of providing on-board communications interfaces for EMS monitoring, Positional Awareness, Live Tracking, Job Allocation systems, amongst others.

!In-vehicle NODEs may be installed with LVs and buses to facilitate a special tracking function that dynamically identifies “who is in what vehicle”. In this feature, the tracking system automatically identifies the passengers and driver in the vehicle when they enter the vehicle & removes the association when they exit.

INTELLIGENT MOBILE NODES: ASSET MANAGEMENT

TraxTags II consists of complex, dynamic tracking algorithms, high-speed communications, databases and various visual representations of the real-time data collected.

•Operates dynamically in 3D, 2D or 1D positioning for low node population and positional redundancy.

•Nodes operates in a self-healing Mesh Network.•No direct Ethernet or fiber connection required•Nodes can operate in conjunction with existing Wifi

networks without interference.•Strong local Processing Capability both at the Tag

level.

The Ranging Capability of the Tags both track and navigate providing a peer-to-peer precision distance measurement function which provides precision distance measurement, concurrently, including all detected APs.

This positional information, in conjunction with AP and Wireless Tag unique IDs allows real time mapping of all Personnel, Vehicles and tagged equipment in underground and above ground environments.

TECHNOLOGY : INTELLIGENT TRACKING

12 anchor nodes were installed at the edge of an Open Pit mine in Australia!20 Mobile nodes were used in a 100 different locations within the area of the mine includingshadow areas of high walls.!Using laser surveying technology all actual versus calculated positions where comparedto show % error.!!!!

THE KEY WORD IS: PROVEN

Proven Accuracy = 0.11m

THE KEY WORD IS: PROVEN

The Trax and Tags II ranging technologies is proven in large scale commercial applications to provide Tracking accuracy down to 10cm in its Standard Configuration mode, making it suitable for micro geo-fencing applications such as proximity infringement detection, security applications such as proximity infringement of critical asset through the operations; mining, beneficiation etc.

Vehicles fitted with NODE’s participate in the wireless network and act as wireless network “extenders” mitigating coverage interruption issues associated with moving equipment, providing further opportunity for live telemetry from equipment.

The The Trax and Tags II ranging technologies used provide down to single cm accuracy in its custom configuration mode, making it suitable for autonomous mining applications and other high precision and/or personnel safety applications.

The systems are designed to continue to operate when access to centralized server infrastructure is lost, retaining the safety/situational awareness capabilities without real time reliance on centralized IT systems. Data or Visuals on a screen for an operator of an equipment OR information necessary to be sent back to a control room is integrateable

TECHNOLOGY : CONCLUSIONS

RELIABILITY, ACCURACY, REDUNDANCY AND PERFORMANCE: BASIC STANDARDS, WHERE SAFETY AND PRODUCTIVITY IS REQUIRED

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PLC and Mechatronic Systems

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Mobile Mining Plant ETS Block Overview Command Centre Master Controller Block Overview

Systems Architecture example Typical Minetec Implementation

ETS System Overview

The ETS is a distributed control system providing spatial control over mobile mining plant via Industrial PCs and PLCs: !Minetec can support the ETS Project with the following enabling technologies: TraxTags HP: A ToA and INS based tracking solution to bolster the localisation systems required for reliable intersection alignment of machinery, and general spatial awareness in support of GNSS via an augmentation interface. SafeDetect: The magnetic field technology, coupled with ToA gives support for Collision Avoidance & Proximity Detection for Mobile Mining Plant, Light Vehicles and Personnel.

• Spatially aware machines, using GNSS, TraxTags HP and LiDAR scanners

• Collision avoidance system • Automatic control of mobile machines

Systems Architecture

TraxTags HP nodes

TraxTags HP nodes

GNSS Receivers

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS Receivers

GNSS Receivers

Anchor Node (Trailer Optional)

Master Node

Anchor Node (Trailer Optional)

Number of Sensors Reduced for simplicity

All sensor information collated through local Industrial Processor

Stacker Reclaimer Application

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS Receivers

Mobile Sizing Rig or Mobile Crushing Rig

All sensor information for Localisation system and CAPD system collated through local Industrial Processor

Electric Rope Shovels

All sensor information for Localisation system and CAPD system collated through local Industrial Processor

Stacker Reclaimer Application

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS Receivers

Mobile Belt Wagon

Portable Modular Conveyor

Cable Reel Car or Driven Hopper Car

All sensor information for Localisation system and CAPD system collated through local Industrial Processor

All sensor information for Localisation system and CAPD system collated through local Industrial Processor

All sensor information for Localisation system and CAPD system collated through local Industrial Processor

OSWS Application

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS ReceiversPersonnel Tag

• GNSS Receivers & TraxTags HP Nodes are installed on all critical points of MMP • GNSS and TraxTags HP Information is passed back to the MMP localised augmentation

interface via the TraxTags HP data channel • Trailers offer optional anchor nodes for the TraxTags HP System. • Up to 10 hops can be catered for between any node and the Master node.

OSWS Application

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS ReceiversPersonnel Tag

• GNSS Receivers & TraxTags HP Nodes are installed on all auxiliary MMP and service vehciles

• Magnetic Field, TraxTags HP & LiDAR sensor information is passed back over the TraxTags HP data channel and interpreted by the CAPD interface

• Optional Trailers are pictured

HWS Application

Anchor Node

Mobile Tag

Master Node

GNSS ReceiversPersonnel Tag

• GNSS Receivers & TraxTags HP Nodes are installed on all critical points of MMP allowing precise virtual coupling between mobile conveyors.

• Magnetic Field, TraxTags HP sensor information gives contextual awareness for personnel, machines and service vehicles

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Project concept overview

• Using a combination of Fixed and mobile infrastructure we install around the dump creating an accurate tracking area.

• Nodes installed on Truck and/or integrated into SafeDetect system

Using a combination of SafeDetect/Traxtags2 technology • Import dump model into system ( picture file or .dxf/.dwg) • Create a zone/Geofence around area to warn trucks of dump zone. ( either via

labelled line in .dxf or via walk around) !!

Project concept overview

Project concept overview

Truck is Alerted via screen and directed on Dumping position. !If Truck goes near other devices Collision Avoidance mode automatically assumed

Project concept overview

R&D add on modules: !• Add on detection units to detect wall/pit drop off from rear of vehicle using

integrated dual radar technolgy • Customization of Geofencing in Openpit environment • Vehicle interface kit ( OEM will require consulting)

TRAXTAGSII SHOVEL TRACKThe TraxTagsII solution Tracks a shovel arm, which takes as an example 120 tonnes of material from the mining face in its bucket and places it on a conveyor belt.  The purpose of tracking is initially to alert the operator when approaching the operational movement limits of the arm, and secondly to automate the travel and dump cycle at maximum speed with the operator only performing a manual pickup of the dirt from the face. The TraxTagsII Shovel Track is used as the core technology with select modules added for Shovel specific interfaces.!Standalone position calculation in real time of :• Load to truck position• Bucket to loader and bucket to truck• Calculation of shovel angle/acceleration/tilt• third party interfaces for payload calculation and

monitoring!

The TraxTagsII Shovel Track is designed to have the highest degree reliability with the following benefits;• Non intrusive to install• No modification needed on the equipment• Minimal maintenance• 100% integration with SAFEDETECT Collision Avoidance,

SMARTS and 360 degree ORLACO camera systems.!

TRAXTAGSII SHOVEL TRACK

The TraxTagsII Shovel Track is all about establishing known points in a dynamic and potentially semi mobile environment.  When those known points are within the operational reach of the operating equipment; logic and automation can be applied to ensure a predictable and reproducible outcome. Regardless of a shovels dumping point being a conveyor or a truck, there is still an optimal point where the shovel should be releasing its contents.  By using the ranging & tracking capabilities of the TraxTagsII units installed at strategic points on either the conveyor or the dump truck; logic controlling the shovel position can make decisions on the most efficient path from the pickup to the dump.  !Humans are the most effective controller for picking up material, but suffer in consistency when tramming the shovel arm and dumping the material.  TraxTagsII Shovel Track proposes that the human operator perform the pickup, then initiate an automated process to perform the tramming and dumping, with the

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