DolaGon is a modified Polaris forest ranger The UTV crew with Camso 4S1 rails was created to transport skiers automatically on “deepwater” slopes. What makes this car unique is its flexible handling. Users and operators can use the automatic feature or wireless remote control, or sit in the driver’s seat and operate the dolaGon manually like a traditional UTV.
Currently, the dolaGon is powered by the XP 1000 engine, but when Autoblog asked about future electric plans, company co-founder Logan Banning wrote: “We plan to convert to electric motors as they continue. continues to grow with higher capacity and longer operating range. Electric motors are relatively new to the UTV world, but they will advance rapidly over the next few years. ”
What enables dolaGon’s autonomy is “train and repeat technology”, which works by first manually controlling the vehicle, establishing an acceptable “small trail” for the vehicle’s route. convenient and make sure to avoid objects such as large rocks and trees. Once that information is collected and logged into the system, dolaGon can begin an autonomous trip to reach the skiers and return them to the starting area. In addition to train-and-repeat technology, dolaGon is also equipped with GPS localization and tracking, and LiDAR risk identification. It has an automatic top speed of 15 mph, but can operate at higher speeds when driven manually.
The company is currently focused on recreational skiing and snowboarding but plans to one day offer mountain bikers and their bikes a ride up the mountain as well. According to Banning, “We plan to have dolaGons capable of being used in any industry where existing UTVs are used today – outdoor recreation, agriculture, hunting & fishing, search & rescue, etc. household, oil and gas, etc.”
To get the latest dolaGon updates, visit dolagon.com
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