Title: Industrial Robotics
1 ACE Recommended Credit Hour
Description: Industrial Robotics explains advantages and disadvantages of using robots
along with a description of the classification systems used with robots. Robotic
components such as actuators, tooling and control systems are examined. Robot
programming, operations and interfacing are also discussed. The course ends with
an explanation of the ANSI robotics safety standard.
Overall
Objectives:
- Understand
what the advantages and disadvantages are of Industrial Robotics.
- Explore
robotic design variations and configurations.
- Develop
an understanding of the types of robot processing capabilities that
are available.
Content:
Introduction
to Industrial Robotics
-
Definition
of Industrial Robot
-
Advantages
and Disadvantages of Industrial Robots
-
Competitive
Position and Payback
Robot
Classification Systems
- Introduction
- Classification
by Power Supply, Classification by Motion Control
- Feedback
Devices, Relative and Absolute Positioning
Robot and Robotic
System Components
- Major
Components
- Frame,
Actuators and Motors
- Mechanical
Drives and Joints
- Robot Tooling,
Control Systems
Robot
Programming, Operations and Interfacing
- Robot
Programming, Programming Languages
- Modes of
Operation, Operating Characteristics
- Peripheral
Interfacing
- Fixture,
Feeding and Orientation Requirements
Robot Process
Capabilities
- Robotic Resistance and Arc Welding
- Robotic Spray Painting, Coating, and Dispensing Applications
- Robotic Assembly Applications, Robotic Material Handling Applications
Robotic
Specifications, Implementation, Maintenance and Safety
- Robot Specifications
- Robot Planning and Implementation
- Workstation Layout, Robot reliability and Maintenance
- Personnel Training for Robotics
