Low-Cost Synchronization Techniques for KUKA Robots and External Axes in Low-Dynamic Processes

Patrick Kaufmann, Holger Weber, Michael Vistein

2023

Abstract

Many industries, including electronics, automotive, aviation, and food, are increasingly using industrial robots to automate processes and improve quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. High-volume industries like electronics and automotive can automate complex tasks very cost-efficient, while industries with lower volumes, such as aviation, require flexible and reliable automation solutions to remain competitive while keeping a closer eye on the costs. One important task is the synchronization of robot movements with an external axis. While there are very accurate synchronization options available, these can be very complex and costly. In particular in research or process development where requirements are changing frequently, more flexible and also low-cost solutions are required. This paper analyzes several cost-effective alternatives for the synchronization of a KUKA robot with an external axis.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

Kaufmann P., Weber H. and Vistein M. (2023). Low-Cost Synchronization Techniques for KUKA Robots and External Axes in Low-Dynamic Processes. In Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Informatics in Control, Automation and Robotics - Volume 1: ICINCO; ISBN 978-989-758-670-5, SciTePress, pages 711-718. DOI: 10.5220/0012207900003543

in Bibtex Style

@conference{icinco23,
author={Patrick Kaufmann and Holger Weber and Michael Vistein},
title={Low-Cost Synchronization Techniques for KUKA Robots and External Axes in Low-Dynamic Processes},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Informatics in Control, Automation and Robotics - Volume 1: ICINCO},
year={2023},
pages={711-718},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0012207900003543},
isbn={978-989-758-670-5},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Informatics in Control, Automation and Robotics - Volume 1: ICINCO
TI - Low-Cost Synchronization Techniques for KUKA Robots and External Axes in Low-Dynamic Processes
SN - 978-989-758-670-5
AU - Kaufmann P.
AU - Weber H.
AU - Vistein M.
PY - 2023
SP - 711
EP - 718
DO - 10.5220/0012207900003543
PB - SciTePress