The Seiko Epson Group (TSE: 6724, hereinafter referred to as "Epson") announced that it has developed a prototype of an autonomous dual-arm robot that will expand the scope of factory automation. The robot has visual and force sensing capabilities and can perform tasks autonomously through object recognition, decision-making, and dynamic force adjustment. Epson plans to launch a commercial version in fiscal year 2015 (by March 2016). The prototype robot will make its debut at the 2013 International Robot Show in Tokyo, Japan, from November 6 to 9.
Epson has long been committed to the automation of the production environment, and occupies the world's largest market share in the field of SCARA industrial robots. *At the same time, Epson has a strong lineup of high-performance six-axis robots. After communicating with users, Epson found that manufacturers often rely on manual operation due to operational difficulties or limited costs.
To solve this problem, Epson has developed and combined a series of high-tech, cutting-edge and sophisticated technologies such as vibration control, image processing, software and robotics to develop this autonomous two-arm robot with visual recognition and force sensing functions.
Just like the human eye, Epson's autonomous dual-arm robot is able to accurately recognize the position and orientation of objects in three-dimensional space. The robot's arm is equipped with a newly developed force sensor that simulates the arm force of a human-controlled robotic arm to transport and assemble items safely and without damage. The robotic arm will come standard with a multi-function end-effector that can grip, hold and insert objects of different shapes and sizes. As long as it is taught objects and scenes, the robot can perform a variety of tasks.
The original intention of the development of autonomous dual-arm robots is not to integrate into a system or insert a station to perform the tasks of ordinary industrial robots, but to hope that it can independently complete simple tasks such as assembly and transportation like human workers.
Hideo Hirao, Chief Operating Officer, Epson's Industrial Solutions Division, said, "Epson is leveraging its original technology to continuously improve the performance and usability of SCARA robots and six-axis robots. All robot products are known for their high speed, high precision, compactness and light weight. In the future, the commercial version of this autonomous two-arm robot will be able to perform a range of tasks easily and autonomously in many areas that would otherwise be operated manually. Epson will continue to be committed to meeting the automation needs of users. ”
Epson booth at the 2013 International Robot Exhibition.
The 2013 International Robot Show will be held in Tokyo, Japan, from November 6 to 9, and Epson (booth IR2-55) will showcase this autonomous two-arm robot.
In 2012, Epson's robot sales at SCARA set a record for the industry's highest revenue.
Source: FujiKeizai, "2013 Global Robot Market Status and Future Situation Research Report".
Epson's technological strength lies in its ingenious technology, which maximizes energy efficiency, reduces size and size, and achieves superior precision and precision, providing users with time-saving, trouble-free products.
Key features of the product:
After a simple lesson, you can get to work.
Even users with little automation experience can easily install and use robots. Once they are informed of the object and scenario to work on, the robot can make independent decisions and complete a series of tasks. Without teach-in, the robot automatically avoids collisions and adjusts the clamping force applied to the parts and tools.
Commonly used tools are available.
Unlike the robot products on the previous production line, which required expensive special tools and complex auxiliary equipment, the new robot can use the same off-the-shelf and inexpensive tools as manual operation without additional modifications.
Easy to relocate and reinstall.
Because the robot is able to accurately recognize the position and orientation of objects in three-dimensional space, it can start working immediately even if it is moved or reinstalled to a new position. Robots can perform tasks in different locations every day as needed and can flexibly adapt to unexpected situations in the production system.
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