Fundamentals of Industrial Robots
In industrial robots, there is a defined working area within which they perform their manipulations. The maximum payload capacity of a robot depends on its ability to move parts or tools with the greatest mass, allowing for their unhindered transportation within this area.
Mobility and Capabilities of the Manipulator
The mobility of a robot is determined by the number of degrees of freedom, which can be calculated by counting all the translational and rotational movements of the manipulator. The gripping or releasing motions of the gripper are not counted. Thus, the degree of mobility can be established. Most modern industrial robots in manufacturing have six or fewer degrees of mobility.
Defining the Working Area
The working area of the manipulator is defined by the space in which movements are made with a load. Typically, this consists of the largest movements in space that occur along and around the coordinate axes of the unit.
Types of Motion and Classification of Robots
Each robot can perform a variety of movements, including:
- Transporting an object from point A to point B (relocation) to key positions that may be outside the working area of the robot.
- Placing objects within its working area, defined according to the sizes and design of the manipulator.
All industrial robots are divided into two main types: stationary and mobile. The former are installed without the ability to move, while the latter have the capability to move using the specified means of motion.
Advantages of Using Industrial Robots
The use of industrial robots is highly reasonable and has numerous advantages compared to human labor. The main benefits include:
- Fast return on investment spent on their purchase.
- Reduction in labor intensity of long monotonous tasks.
- Increased accuracy of all technological operations, leading to improved product quality.
- Lower production costs.
- The ability to work around the clock throughout the year, which increases productivity.
- Unfavorable production conditions do not affect the personnel.
Conclusions
Thus, the widespread implementation of industrial robots can significantly contribute to the development of the entire industry in the country.
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