ROBOTICS
In this module we will explore Robotics and Simulated movement of machines located in the Robot/CNC Room across from the 3D Print Lab of the Architecture Building.
This module opens the door to the “professional” level of robotics in terms of fabrication. This entails larger scale and increased complexity of projects without sacrificing efficiency. Robotics allows us to do things such as (Pick and Place materials, large format ceramics, multi-angle carving, etc..) While there are many paths, all of them start with simulation.
READY TO START?
Download the entire module here or select individual assignments below.
READY TO BE CERTIFIED?
Once you have completed the Module 3 assignments, set up an evaluation session with one of the makercorps team members.
SEQUENCE
For this module we will be sticking to the basics in terms of design and will be focusing strongly on getting you comfortable with the workflow of the robot arms to ensure the safety of the user as well as the machine.
A1: DESKTOP ROBOTIC ARM
A2: ROBO DK
A3: KUKA ORIENTATION
A3: ROBOT MAZE
A4: ROBOTIC DRAWING
Kuka Robot
DESKTOP ROBOTIC ARM // ASSIGNMENT ONE
First you will complete the following sub-assignments: Download/Install, Basic Movement, Tool Head Swap, Block Code, Pick and Place Object. This will open the world of robotics within a introductory scale.
ROBO DK // ASSIGNMENT TWO
Next you will be moving up in terms of a larger scale industrial robot arm from the approachable desktop UArm. You will be watching a video playlist of tutorials on the basics of RoboDK to begin your programming experience on the Kuka.
KUKA ORIENTATION // ASSIGNMENT THREE
In this assignment, you will review some basic knowledge of KUKA Robotics, including safety, work envelope, work cell, primary components, screen displays, axis-specific motion, coordinate systems, tools, and operation.
ROBOT MAZE // ASSIGNMENT FOUR
During this assignment you will be asked to take the basics of RoboDK that you just learned and apply them to a solving a maze using the industrial robot arm by making a program to trace the solution.
ROBOTIC DRAWING // ASSIGNMENT FIVE
In this section you will build upon your new found programing knowledge in RoboDK. Now you will be asked to draw the CAP logo using the industrial robot arm.