RUSAL introduces AI-powered machine hearing and vision in aluminium production

RUSAL, an aluminium producer, has integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven machine hearing and machine vision technologies into its production processes, marking a significant step toward smarter, more efficient aluminium manufacturing.

The Russia-headquartered company has deployed machine hearing in its alumina production facilities and machine vision in aluminium melt preparation. These AI solutions are designed to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and energy utilization across the production chain.

RUSAL’s machine hearing system employs mathematical algorithms to analyze acoustic vibrations from mill operations. By interpreting sound patterns, the AI model determines optimal bauxite ore loading levels while filtering out irrelevant noise. This allows for precise control over mill performance—minimizing energy waste, preventing equipment wear, and ensuring consistent grinding quality.

“Maintaining the right mill load is critical,” the company noted. “Underloading wastes electricity, while overloading compromises grinding quality, reduces alumina yield, and increases maintenance frequency.”

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