Robotics Terms, Definitions and Examples (Part 1)

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What is the purpose of the 3D Graphic Display Function in robotics?

Back

To confirm the current value of the robot

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What does Absolute Data (ABSO Data) establish for a robot?

Back

A correction factor for data at the Home position

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How is accuracy defined in the context of robotics?

Back

The measurement of deviation between command and attained characteristics

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What is an active compliant robot?

Back

A robot that modifies motion based on control system input

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What is the role of an actuator in a robot?

Back

To convert electrical energy to effect motion

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Arm (in the context of a robot manipulator)

Back

A set of links and powered joints that supports or moves a wrist and hand

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Articulated Manipulator

Back

A manipulator with an arm broken into sections by one or more joints

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What is the primary use of an "Assembly Robot"?

Back

Assembling various parts or components into completed products

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What does the "Automatic Measurement Function" allow a robot to do?

Back

Measure the tool properties using the robot arm itself

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What is the function of "Axis Interference"?

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To judge the current position of each axis