As a key component of automation for businesses, robotics paves the way for new technologies and opportunities - but also presents workers with new challenges in skills and operation.
Collaborating robots are robots that work hand in hand with humans and are therefore not separated by protective devices in industrial use.
In a CP Lab facility, for example, a UR5 performs handling and assistance tasks in interaction with learners.
With the goal of allowing humans and robots to work more closely together and dispense with protective fences, sophisticated safety concepts and a deep understanding of the applicable standards are require
Human-robot collaboration unites with artificial intelligence
Collaborating robots are an important feature, especially in Industrie 4.0, as the trend is toward ever smaller batch sizes. In an operation largely devoid of safety fences, depending on the type of collaboration, robots can thus support employees in manual tasks. However, this not only has implications for the workplaces of the future - but also for training.
That's why we already offer flexible solutions on the subject of collaborative robots that can be combined with learning factories or other robot systems. Or expand the robots with artificial intelligence - two trend topics of digitalization in one learning system!
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Handling robots are industrial robots. Their arm is composed of several interconnected joints, which can then guide grippers or tools. Integrated in a learning system, different industrial applications can be learned such as handling, assembly, loading a production machine or quality monitoring.
Function
The Robot Vision Cell provides the optimal learning environment for robotics and vision. The clearly arranged pallets and storage areas make it easy and efficient to work with the cell. Different tasks such as palletizing, assembling or welding (simulated) can be realized with the cell.
Structure
The robot cell is completely built on an aluminum profile plate. The robot controller is clearly arranged in the base frame. The station is equipped with a main switch and an additional control panel. The safety concept of the cell includes doors with safety switch and emergency stop pushbutton.
Robot options
The cell can be equipped with different robot systems.
Learning contents for project work
Mechanics:
Sensor technology:
Image processing:
Communication with higher-level control systems
Safety engineering:
Robotics:
Recomended learning media
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Function
Based on the basic version of the MPS Station Robot and the two modules Robot Handling and Robot Assembly, this expansion stage is created for the introduction to industrial robotics. The predecessor station feeds the basic bodies of the pneumatic cylinder to be assembled to the robot via a chute. The robot determines the orientation of the base bodies and places them in the assembly fixture in the correct position. It removes the piston from the pallet and mounts it in the base body. Controlled magazines feed the piston spring and the cylinder cover to the robot. The fully assembled pneumatic cylinder is deposited on a chute.
Topic Handling and assembly
In many industrial applications, robots handle and assemble workpieces and modules. Getting to know these fields of application is essential for getting started in robotics.Developed in accordance with EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC in compliance with DIN EN 60204-1 and DIN EN ISO 12100
e-Learning content
Other robotics learning and research systems:
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4Robotino®4 is an open, mechatronic learning system that enables workpiece transport between different production lines. In the basic topics it is a motivating learning and research object, also for own ideas and projects.
Robotino® - Researching and learning with robots
Let's go
Robotino 4 easily teaches topics such as mechatronics, programming, sensor technology, motor and drive technology, control technology and image processing.
Plug-and-learn
Robotino 4 offers various interfaces for many external devices and media. This expandability enables interesting learning scenarios. The holistic learning system consists of hardware, software and workbooks.
Industry 4.0
For easy integration into an Industry 4.0 environment, the Robotino 4 offers a Wi-Fi AccessPoint with 2.4 and 5 GHz, allowing quick switching between operating modes.
Powerful innovation
Powerful, latest-generation lithium-ion battery packs with up to 10 hours of runtime guarantee uninterrupted classroom use. The Robotino 4 remains permanently mobile even during ongoing operation thanks to the quick exchange of the battery packs. This enables continuous project work and concentrated learning.
RGBD sensor
The Robotino 4 shows its performance particularly in its ability to travel individual routes defined entirely according to the user's wishes. With the new stereo camera system, it is possible to program routes in real and virtual environments. The RGBD depth sensor provides an excellent spatial image for laboratory environments.
Electric gripper
Robotino 4 offers a wide range of accessories. Laser scanner, electric gripper, forklift or tower, among others, are available for more advanced tasks. The practical nature of the tasks in the workbook motivates students and trainees. The accompanying solution suggestions facilitate understanding and ensure learning success.
Simply get started
Robotino 4 can be programmed with all common programming languages such as JAVA, Matlab, C/C++ or LabVIEW. The integrated RESTful API fulfills requests in just a few minutes. Thus, Robotino offers students and trainees an easy start. They are able to easily configure tasks without spending time
Versatile learning scenarios
When experimenting with the RobotinoSIM simulation software, learners work creatively, but without putting themselves in a real dangerous situation
Powerful drive
The Robotino 4 demonstrates its power particularly in driving individual routes defined entirely as desired. With its ESD-optimized wheels, the Robotino 4 moves safely and reliably even on challenging surfaces. Controlled by its omni-directional drive, it turns on the spot or travels in all directions.
Robotino 4 and Industry 4.0
Mobile robots are becoming increasingly important in automation technology alongside industrial robots. They are used as logisticians for simple material transport, but flexible production processes in smart factories place increasingly complex demands on mobile robot systems. With Robotino 4, the new competencies in the Industrie 4.0 environment are quick and easy to learn.
Mobile robots for flexible production
With the electric gripper package for the Robotino, we provide you with the right building blocks to flexibly expand the learning fields of the MPS 400 to include the topic of mobile robotics. The accessory kit for installing and commissioning an electric gripper system is designed for mounting on Robotino from Generation 3. It contains all hardware components required for operation between current MPS stations and sample programs for Robotino.
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From hardware-in-the-loop to completely virtual
CIROS supports different scenarios of PLC simulation and offline programming for PLC-controlled automation systems. A real PLC can be coupled with CIROS via the EasyPort. In this scenario CIROS receives the output values of the PLC, simulates the controlled process and transmits the current sensor values via the EasyPort back to the inputs of the PLC. Alternatively, various software controllers such as the S7-PLCSIM or a Codesys® Soft PLC can take over control of the simulated process without any hardware. In addition, CIROS also supports the connection of controllers via an OPC server.
The whole world of automation technology
The CIROS model collection supplied with the software contains simulation models that can be used directly for almost all Festo Didactic learning systems in the field of factory and process automation. The range of models includes, among others, the components, modules and stations of the Modular Production System MPS. With ¬CIROS Studio, you can also create your own process models or build your own plants based on the existing models of the MPS stations.
For your application: Which PLC should it be?
Due to the different possibilities to connect a PLC with CIROS, in general any PLC can be used to control the simulated model. So choose the manufacturer and type of PLC and we will recommend the optimal way of coupling with the virtual learning environment.
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