Mobile crawler robot vibration analysis in the contexts of motion speed selection

The article presents the methodology of body vibration analysis of an inspection robot with the use of flexible connection between the body and the track propulsion modules. The article presents the methodology of selection of motion parameters of an inspection robot, taking into account the vibration of the robot body. The speed of movement of the robot affects the frequency of contact track claws with the ground, which is related to the frequency of vibration excitation. Robot motion parameters are chosen in such a way so as not to over-stimulate the natural frequency of the system. Due to the vibration reduction, it was possible to install a visual system based on an Ethernet video camera without a stabilizer in the body of the robot. Such an approach enables mass production of robots without active suppression systems and video stabilizers which generate high production costs, increase weight of robots and energy consumption

Automatic Detection of Industrial Robot Tool Damage Based on Force Measurement

This paper proposes a solution for diagnosing the condition of the tools applied in metal alloy robotic machining. Determination of the condition of a cutting tool requires specific methods that depend on the damage type or the wear level. Methods that involved measurements of basic geometric dimensions of cutting tools based on force sensor, and testing the forces of inertia caused by tool unbalance were applied in the work covered herein. Damage of cutting tool, including unbalance, fracture or complete tool wear were detected with a system of force measurement, which was part of the standard equipment of the robot in a process used to investigate the methods covered herein. All methods proposed herein were performed automatically and require no human intervention. This paper presents examples of solutions for determining the condition of a grinding pin, which is a common machining tool

Robotic Grinding Process of Turboprop Engine Compressor Blades with Active Selection of Contact Force

The work presents a robotic system for grinding the blades of a turboprop engine compressor. The proprietary conceptual solution includes a data acquisition system based on a robotic 3D scanner, a neural decision system and a robot performing a grinding process with force control. The contact force of the tool to the blade was assumed as a variable and controlled process parameter. A neural network was used to generate the contact force on the basis of measured machining allowances on the blade. A virtual grid of several dozen regularly spaced points was placed on the surface of the blade. The neural network was learned the allowance-force dependence for the selected points, making it possible to select the proper contact force on the surface to be machined. The developed algorithm for the process of robotic grinding of the blades takes into account the necessity of ongoing quality control of the processing and the introduction of corrections in the process

Vision-based motion analysis and deflection measurement of a robot's crawler unit

This paper presents an approach to modeling the slippage of a robot’s rubber tracks moving on a non-deformable surface. A single horizontal deflection of a one-track lug is considered. The issue is modeled by FEM and verified by track lug deflection measurement and trajectory motion analysis. As a measurement device, a vision system is developed and configured. The vision-based measurement method can be considered as a new approach for estimating a robot’s track slippage

Software for the robot-operated inspection station for engine guide vanes taking into consideration the geometric variability of parts

U radu je prikazan proces projektiranja i izgradnje softvera za robotsku ispitnu stanicu koja se koristi za provjeru statora. Softver je razvijen za stanicu sa ABB IRB 140 robotskim manipulatorom i PC radnom stanicom koja upravlja s dva ultrazvučna senzora i pokreće LabVIEW softverski paket. Kontrolni algoritmi robota uključuju potencijalne razlike u geometrijskim značajkama pregledanih elemenata na ispitnoj stanici i nastalim razlikama u stazama kretanja manipulatora alata. Softver je dizajniran i isporučen Pratt & Whitney Rzeszów Sp. z o.o.The paper presents a process of designing and building software for a robotic test stand used for inspection of stators. The software was developed for a test stand comprising the ABB IRB 140 robotic manipulator, and a PC workstation that handles two ultrasound sensors and runs the LabVIEW software suite. The control algorithms of the robot include the potential differences in the geometric features of the items inspected on the test stand and the resulting differences in the manipulator tool motion paths. The software was designed for and delivered to Pratt & Whitney Rzeszów Sp. z o.o

Robot-operated inspection of aircraft engine turbine rotor guide vane segment geometry

U radu je prikazana metoda robotom upravljane kontrole geometrije jednog segmenta statora turbine avionskog motora, primjenom ABB IRB 1600 robota, opremljenog Atos core 3D skenerom u sučelju s Atos Professional softverskim paketom. Kontrola geometrije preliminarna je geometrijska verifikacija odljevka tankih stijenki u odnosu na CAD-generirani nominalni model. Ako su zadovoljene tolerancije geometrije odljevka, određuju se karakteristične koordinate točaka na odljevku za njihovu daljnju prilagodbu tijekom alternativnog mjerenja debljine stijenke lopatice uz pomoć robota, što je učinjeno s ABB IRB 140 robotom primjenom UTT metode.This paper presents a method for robot-assisted geometrical inspection of an aircraft engine turbine stator segment employing the ABB IRB 1600 robot, equipped with the Atos Core 3D scanner and interfaced with the Atos Professional software suite. The geometrical inspection is a preliminary geometrical verification of a thin-wall casting against a CAD-generated nominal model. If the casting geometry tolerances are met, characteristic coordinates of points across the casting are determined for their further adaptation during an alternative robot-assisted vane wall thickness measurement, which is done with the ABB IRB 140 robot and by employing the UTT method

Design and dynamic testing of a roller coaster running wheel with a passive vibration damping system

This paper presents a design, a numerical analysis, a build-up and dynamic testing of an engineered and fabricated wheel with a passive vibration damping system designed for a roller coaster system. Taking into account the limited amount of space for fixing a wheel to a roller-coaster, this study shows an approach in which a special wheel design and viscoelastic inserts are used to reduce vibrations. A wheel comprises a rim and hub separated by a viscoelastic material and simultaneously connected by using spring steel fasteners with contractions ensuring elasticity. The dynamic tests of the wheel with a passive vibration damping system were completed with an assessment of the vibration reduction ratio in comparison to conventional roller coaster wheel types currently operated at the amusement park Energylandia located in Zator, Poland. Laboratory test results show reduction of vibrations by 36 % in the low frequency range, by 63 % in the medium frequency range and by 45 % in the high frequency range

Device for Contact Measurement of Turbine Blade Geometry in Robotic Grinding Process

The article discusses the design, implementation, and testing of the accuracy of a measuring device used to measure the thickness of aircraft engine blades subjected to a robotic grinding process. The assumptions that the measuring device should meet were presented. The manufactured device was subjected to accuracy and repeatability tests using a standard workpiece. The analysis of research results proved that the measuring device exhibits an accuracy of one order of magnitude better than the accuracy required for blades. For control of the grinding process, the results should be perceived as appropriate. Then, the device was subjected to verification consisting in using it to measure the thickness of aircraft engine blades. The constructed device can be used, not only for inspection of final products, but also for control of the robotic grinding process because thanks to the output interface it can be used in the robotic station’s feedback loop

The use of virtual reality in the design of robotic stations

Do niedawna wirtualna rzeczywistość kojarzyła się głównie z grami komputerowymi. Technologia ta to jednak przyszłość nie tylko branży rozrywkowej – coraz częściej znajduje zastosowanie w obszarze IT, medycynie oraz przemyśle. Wirtualna rzeczywistość ma generować zupełnie nowy cyfrowy świat. To rzeczywistość zaprojektowana przy użyciu narzędzi komputerowych, dzięki którym użytkownik czuje się tak, jakby był w niej realnie obecny. Obecnie wirtualna rzeczywistość ma wiele do zaoferowania branży przemysłowej – pozwala na trójwymiarowe projektowanie stacji zrobotyzowanych, tworzenie modeli symulacyjnych, dzięki którym można dokładnie zobaczyć, jak będzie wyglądała i funkcjonowała nowa stacja jeszcze przed jej uruchomieniem. W artykule przedstawiono proces projektowania i programowania stacji zrobotyzowanych z wykorzystaniem wirtualnej rzeczywistości.Until recently, virtual reality was associated mainly with computer games. However, this technology is not only the future of the entertainment industry – it is increasingly used in IT, medicine and industry. Virtual reality generates a completely new digital world. It is a reality designed using computer tools, thanks to which the user feels as if he was really present in it. Currently, the virtual reality has a lot to offer the industry – allows for the three-dimensional design of robotic stations, creating simulation models, through which you can see exactly what the new station will look like and functioning before its launch. The article presents the process of designing and programming robotic stations using virtual reality

Communication of Industrial Robot Emulator with Software for Simulation of Automation Systems

W artykule przedstawiono przegląd istniejących rozwiązań do programowania i symulacji pracy robotów przemysłowych. Zaprezentowano informacje dotyczące sterowników PLC, sposobów ich programowania oraz standardu komunikacyjnego OPC. Zbudowano strukturę komunikacji między oprogramowaniem RobotStudio a narzędziem służącym do symulacji układów automatyki – Automation Studio. Przeprowadzono symulację działania oraz testy zaprojektowanego oprogramowania dla przykładowego stanowiska zrobotyzowanego. Połączono wirtualny kontroler robota przemysłowego ze sterownikiem PLC, dla którego program napisano w Automation Studio.The article presents an overview of existing solutions for programming and simulating the work of industrial robots. Information on PLCs, their programming methods and the OPC communication standard has been presented. A communication structure between the RobotStudio software and a tool for simulation of automation systems – Automation Studio was built. Simulated operation and tests of designed software for an exemplary robotic station were carried out. The virtual controller of the industrial robot was connected to the PLC for which the program was written in Automation Studio