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5 Ways to Upskill Your Manufacturing Workforce Using RoboDK
In the UK, 250,000 manufacturing businesses, primarily SMEs, aim for growth but face challenges in automation due to a lack of skilled engineers. RoboDK provides a simulation and training platform, helping teams upskill through robot simulation, cross-brand programming, CAD/CAM integration, offline trials, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
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Knowing What I Know Now: How I’d Start a Career in Industrial Robotics
Robotics in industry is a broad, multidisciplinary, and fast-evolving field. As an engineer working in this area, I could probably list over 100 topics someone might read about to start a career in robotics, from robot kinematics and motion planning to sensor integration and safety systems. But if I could go back and restart my…
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How Industrial Robot Controllers Work with Different Types of External Axes
External axes enhance industrial robotic systems by expanding their capabilities and productivity, offering additional degrees of freedom. This article discusses types, integration, and motion management of external axes such as positioners for robots, parts, and tools. Understanding synchronous and asynchronous motion is essential for efficient robotic operation and design.
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Popular Robotic Applications That Benefit Most from Offline Programming
When to use offline programming in robotics? Here are the top industrial applications where offline robot programming delivers the most value. Key applications include robotic welding, machining, painting, Palletising, and additive manufacturing. We discuss how OLP optimises complex robotic tasks, minimises setup time, enhances accuracy, and facilitates rapid adjustments.
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KUKA Robot Configuration with External Axes – Part 2: Logical Synchronisation Using System Files
In Part 1, we explored key KUKA system files such as $machine.dat, $config.dat, and bas.src, which are critical to the robot’s control architecture. In this follow-up, we take a deeper look at how these files are used to logically integrate an external axis, such as a rotary turntable or linear track, into the robot system.…
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KUKA Robot Configuration with External Axes – Part 1: Understanding Core System Files
Are you working with a KUKA robot and considering the addition of an external axis, such as a linear track or rotary table, to extend its capabilities? External axes are a powerful way to enhance a robot’s workspace and flexibility. For example: To make this integration work, the KUKA controller is configured to recognise and…