US240 LS 10 3 IQ 0301f Inst GD

Robotics and Automation
Instructor's Guide
Issue: US240/LS/10/3/IQ-0301f
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Contents
Page
Inventory INV.1
Installing and Running Lessons IN.1
Lessons
Control of a Robot
Overview 1.1
Instructor Resources 1.5
Presentation 1.10
Flowcharts and Programs
Overview 2.1
Sensing, Decisions and Counting
Overview 3.1
Open and Closed Loop Control
Overview 4.1
Presentation 4.6
Transportation around the Work-cell
Overview 5.1
Presentation 5.6
Manipulating Parts
Overview 6.1
Presentation 6.6
Industrial Robots
Overview 7.1
Presentation 7.7
Computer Integrated Manufacture
Overview 8.1
Presentation 8.6
Pre-programmed Sequences
Overview 9.1
Presentation 9.7
Problem Solving - Nuclear Work-cell
Overview 10.1
Module Review 11.1
Robotics and Automation - Module Inventory
Robotics and Automation

Module Inventory
Equipment
Listed below is the equipment used in this module:

ID Part Description Part Number Quantity
Work-cell Baseboard TL030 1
RoboTEK II Robot TL299 1
Power Supply Unit PG600 1
Power Supply Lead TL1244/A 1
Parallel Computer Lead AL055 1
Parts Dispenser TL156 1
Conveyor TL166 * 1
Hole Sensor TL010 * 1
Parts Sensor TL045 * 1
Large Parts (with hole) ES169 * 3
Large Parts (without hole) ES170 * 1
Small Parts EF009 * 4
Parts Storage Boxes AN076 * 2
* These items are included with .
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Robotics and Automation - Module Inventory
Applications
Listed below are all the applications used in this module:
Robot Control software Install Robot Control software
Third Party Applications

There are no third party applications used in this module.
Presentations
Listed below are all the presentations used in this module:
Computer Integrated Manufacture

Hazardous Environments
Manual Control of a Robot
Types of Robot
Types of Sensor
Why Use Robots
Work-cell Sensors
Utilities
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Robotics and Automation - Installation Instructions
Installing and
Running Lessons
There are several options for installing and running the learning content lessons.
The first option is a stand-alone operation where a student works through the content and
answers the questions. When the work is handed in, it is marked automatically and a report of
their results is available for printing. This method of operation requires the installation of a
stand-alone student eContent launcher utility that is used to run content. It then requires the
installation of the module's learning content to a local computer drive or network drive.
The second option is for use in a classroom-based managed learning environment where student
work is stored in a database. This method of operation requires the installation of a management
system, comprising a management computer installation and installation of a student workstation
launcher utility at each student computer. The system can be configured during installation to run
content from the local computer drive or network drive. The module's learning content is then
installed to the drive set by the workstation installation.
The third option of operation is access to the learning content on the internet using a Virtual
Learning Environment.
Module Minimum Computer Requirements
 Windows 2000, XP or later with Internet Explorer

 1 GHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU
 512 MB of RAM recommended
 10 GB hard disk
 Parallel Port or USB Port with LJ USB to parallel port adaptor
 16 Bit sound card
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Robotics and Automation Module Installation Instructions
Learning Content
Choose the appropriate installation for your requirements:
a) Installation for Stand-alone Operation
 Insert the Stand-alone eContent Utilities disk and follow the on-screen instructions to
install the student eContent launcher. If the workstation is for an instructor, also
install the tutor eContent browser.
 Insert the learning content module disk, select the 'Install' option and follow the on-
screen instructions. If the workstation is for an instructor, when the 'Install' option is
complete, select the 'Instructor Resources' option and follow the on-screen
instructions.
b) Installation for ClassAct Classroom-based Managed Learning Environment
For a managed learning environment, the ClassAct Student Workstation Launcher must be
installed on a student workstation and the ClassAct Management System must be installed
to an instructor workstation. The learning content module disk contains elements that must
be installed to both the student and instructor workstations.
At the Student Workstation:
 Insert the ClassAct Workstation disk and follow the on-screen

instructions.
 Insert the learning content module disk, select the 'install' option and
follow the on-screen instructions.
At the Instructor Workstation:
 Install the ClassAct Management System disk and follow the on-screen
instructions. (Further information is supplied with the ClassAct
Management System.)
 Insert the learning content module disk and follow the instruction to
install the appropriate items. Note: it is essential to install the 'lesson
module templates' option.
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c) Installation for Virtual Learning Environment
Installation of Robot Control Software
The Robot Control software must be installed to each computer that is to

access the learning content. Installation of this program requires administrator
rights.
 Access the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) on the internet and

logon as a student using the details provided for your VLE.
 Select and run the first lesson of this module.
 From the Resources menu, select Inventory.
 In the Applications section, click on the Install Robot Control software

link.
 Save the install file and run it on each computer that is to access the
learning content.
To use the Robot Control software, you must be logged on and accessing it
from a link within the learning content.
Each computer used to access the online learning content requires LJ ActiveX
and Flash Plug-in components. A computer may already have these
components installed. On the ClassCampus VLE, the user will be prompted to
install the Flash plug-in at logon if it is not already installed. If the LJ ActiveX
component is not installed, the user will be prompted to install it when a
lesson is selected. Installation of these components requires administrator
rights.
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Setting up the roboTEK II Robot

It is important to calibrate the robot on the computer it is to be controlled from so that it works
within the required tolerances. A robot that has not been set up correctly will move clumsily, with
a lack of precision, and any control programs will not run with repeatable accuracy. If the robot is
moved to another computer the calibration must be performed on the new computer.
The table below shows the required settings for the four joints:
Position of Joint
Backlash Offset Minimum Maximum
Base essential essential optional optional
Shoulder essential essential optional optional
Elbow essential essential optional optional
Jaw essential optional optional optional
To calibrate the robot, the control software has to be run in calibration mode to store the settings
on the computer. The robot can be re-calibrated by re-running the software in calibration mode.
Note, the student can access the calibration controls, but they will only be able to make changes
for the current session. When the Robot Control software is run again it will revert back to stored
settings.
For correct operation, the parallel port of the PC must be set to a uni-directional mode. Some
manufacturers may refer to this as SPP mode, others as AT mode. This is configured using the
PCs CMOS set up program. Refer to the documentation supplied with your PC for information on
how to make the changes.
Procedure
1. Run the Robot Control software in calibration mode by running:
"C:\Program Files\LJ Create\Robotics and Automation\RobotCon.exe" setup
2. Select 'Control Hardware' from the Robot menu. Once the robot is detected, select 'Set-up
Robot' from the robot menu.
3. Enter the Robot ID (IJxxxx found on the robot).
Backlash
This removes most of the errors in movement when the robot changes direction. These errors
are due to mechanical backlash in the joints.
3. Use the Robot Controls to move the robot to B45 S100 E45 J45.
4. Select the Base in the Set-up Robot window. Alternately operate the two Robot Control Base
keys to move the joint. If the robot does not move, increase the backlash compensation
number. Try the control keys again. Repeat the process until the robot moves. Now try moving
two steps forward and back. The movements should be equal. If you have overdone the
backlash compensation, the first step after changing direction will be too big. You will
probably find a backlash compensation of 2 or 3 is about right for the base.
5. Repeat the process for Shoulder, Elbow and Jaws. You will probably find that the shoulder
and elbow need little or no compensation, whereas the jaw needs 4 or 5 clicks.
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Offset
The spatial position of the robot jaws can be adjusted to correspond to a known position as set
by the Robot Control position numbers.
6. Put a part in Dispenser A. Use the Robot Controls to move the robot to B77 S35 E44 J100.
This is a critical position for the robot. It should be somewhere near the position required to
pick a part from Dispenser A.
7. Select the Base in the Set-up Robot window. Look down on the dispenser from above and
see where the jaws are in relation to the tube. They should be nearly central. Adjust the offset
number until the jaws are as close as possible to a central position.
8. Select the Shoulder in the Set-up Robot window. Look at the dispenser from the front, along
the line of the tubes. Adjust the offset number until the jaws are central with the part in the
dispenser.
9. Use the Robot Controls to close the robot jaws until they are just about to grip the part. Make
small adjustments to the Shoulder and Elbow offsets to ensure that the part will be gripped
properly.
Minimum and Maximum Joint Positions (Optional)

This prevents the Robot Control numbers incrementing or decrementing above or below a
number where the robot joint does not move.
10. Minimum position - move the arm so it is over the conveyor and clear of any obstacles.
Move the base to its left-most position. You will probably find that the base stops before the
numerical position has reached minimum. Move the base to the right, one step at a time, until it
just starts to move. Click the Minimum Set button to store this position.
11. Maximum position – now move the base fully round to the right. Step it back to the left
until it just starts to move, then click the Maximum Set button.
12. Repeat the process for the other joints.
13. Click Save to store the settings.
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Installation Checks
Access the learning content by following the appropriate instructions given under 'Running
Lessons' below.
Select and run the first lesson of the module. From the Resources menu, select Inventory.
Work through the Inventory to check:
 Equipment
 Applications
 Third Party Applications
 Presentations
 Utilities
Running Lessons
There are several options of running the learning content lessons. Ensure you select the
appropriate method for your installation:
Running Learning Content in Stand-alone Operation

From the Programs menu, select 'LJ Technical Systems', 'eContent Utilities', 'Student
Launcher' and follow the on-screen instructions.
Running Learning Content in a Managed Classroom Environment

This option requires a student to be added in the ClassAct Management System. Training is
required to use the Management System.
From the Programs menu, select 'LJ Workstation Launcher', 'Launcher' and follow the on-
screen instructions.
Running Learning Content in an Online Virtual Learning Environment

Access the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) on the internet and logon. Use the access and
logon details provided for your VLE.
If you require further assistance on installing or running this module, please contact your
representative or visit www.ljcreate.com for our contact details.
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Robotics and Automation - Control of a Robot - Overview
Control of a Robot
Overview
To survive in the competitive world of
manufacturing, companies continually look for
ways to improve their products. One way
companies look to improve their products is by
making them more efficiently. Using automated
machines is one way that products can be made
more efficiently.
Machines that do useful work are called robots.
In this work you will:
 Identify how servo motors and joints can be

used to control a robot
 Identify how to manually control a robot
 See how to record and replay a series of robot movements
 See how to use a simulated version of a robot to record and replay a series of robot movements
 Manually control a robot
 Program a movement sequence for a robot
Manual Control of a Robot 20 minute teacher led activity
In this presentation you will find out how a

robot's movements can be accurately driven
and controlled.
You will see how robots need mechanical

components and a computer to control their
joints.
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Manual Control of RoboTEK II student activity
The robot work-cell shares many common

features with full-sized industrial work-cells. It
contains a robot, a conveyor belt, parts
dispenser and sensors.
In this activity you will manually control the

robot to pick up a part from a dispenser and put
it in a parts bin.
This activity requires laboratory equipment.
If this activity is presented to a group it is advisable to use a printed version of the instructions.

Recording Position student activity
One of the reasons that robots are used in

manufacturing is because they are good at
performing the same task over and over again,
to the same standard. However, the robot needs
to be told what to do and in what sequence.
In this activity you will see how to store a

series of positions for the robot to move
between and replay the sequence.
This activity requires laboratory equipment.
If this activity is presented to a group it is advisable to use a printed version of the instructions.
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Simulated Robot student activity
Engineers often have to use simulated models

of manufacturing systems to help develop new
programs. This is because real systems are
expensive and are often in continuous use.
In this activity you will see how to store a

series of positions for the simulated robot to
move between and replay the sequence.
If this activity is presented to a group it is

advisable to use a printed version of the
instructions.
Moving Parts Manually 15 minute student activity
Sometimes robots are used to move heavy or

hazardous parts. For example a chemical
container being moved around a factory. In
these situations an operator may control the
movement of the robot manually.
In this activity you will use the Robot Control

software to simulate an operator moving a part
from one place to another.
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Recording a Sequence 15 minute student activity
Industrial robots are good at performing the

same task over and over again. However before
they can successfully perform a task they need
to be programmed.
In this activity you will create a program to

control a simulated robot to pick up a part from
a dispenser and drop the part into another
dispenser.
Assessment and Review 20 minute student activity
Answer the questions in the assessment and complete the review.
Before handing in your work ensure that you have completed all the required activities.
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Robotics and Automation - Control of a Robot
Instructor Resources:
Control of a Robot
Notes | Answer Key | Typically Completed Work
Notes
Pre-requisites
The students should see the demonstration Recording Position before seeing the demonstration Simulated
Robot as they need to be able to compare the real robot with the simulated robot.
During the activities it is necessary to save programs. It is recommended that an appropriate location for
saving these files is established with the students.
Consumables
There are no consumables required for this work.
Maintenance
There are no maintenance issues related to this work.
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Troubleshooting
Issue: Robot not detected when software run.
Possible cause(s):
(1) No power to robot.
(2) Leads not connected.
Possible solution(s):
(1) Check robot is connected to electrical power source and rear power switch is on.
(2) Check all leads are connected (power leads and computer lead).
Issue: Robot unable to pick up parts from the dispenser.

Possible cause: Robot not calibrated.
Possible solution: Follow the calibration instructions detailed in the installation section .
Instructor Marked Work

No instructor grading is required for this work.
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Answer Key
Presentation - Manual Control of a Robot
Q1 B
Q2 C
Q3 A
Q4 A
Activity - Manual Control of RoboTEK II

Q1 B
Q2 C
Q3 A
Activity - Recording Position

Q1 B
Q2 Yes
Q3 Yes
Activity - Simulated Robot

Q1 B
Q2 Yes
Q3 Yes
Activity - Moving Parts Manually

Q1 C
Q2 A
Activity - Recording a Sequence

Q1 B
Q2 Yes
Q3 Yes
Assessment
Q1 No
Q2 C
Q3 Yes
Q4 No
Q5 B
Q6 B
Q7 C
Q8 A
Q9 B
Q10 D
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Typically Completed Work

Activity - Recording a Sequence
Program Filename:
[ record_sequence.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
THAT A STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Review
It is expected that the student's review will contain some of the
following points:
- Robot positions are made up from the positions of four joints.
They are:
- Base
- Shoulder
- Elbow
- Jaw
- Each joint can have a value between 1 and 127 relative to its
position.
- Using the control panel the value can be changed.
- Clicking the Store Position button records the four joint positions
as a MOVE command in the Control Program window.
- By moving a joint, storing a position over and over again a
movement sequence can be recorded to create a program.
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Robotics and Automation - Flowcharts and Programs - Overview
Overview
As with all complicated tasks planning is
essential for a successful outcome. When
designing programs software engineers often
use flowcharts to help.
 Use a flowchart to write a computer program

in BASIC
 Use a flowchart that loops to write a
computer program in BASIC
Displaying Messages 15 minute student activity
It is very difficult to write programs without

first planning what actions that program will
need to do. To help with this a flowchart can be
used.
In this activity you will see how a flowchart

can be used to help write a BASIC computer
program. You will use the robot control
software with the work-cell simulator to enter
and test your program.
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Robotics and Automation - Flowcharts and Programs - Overview
Writing a Program 20 minute student activity
To program accurately it is helpful to be able to

understand flowcharts. Flowcharts show when
and which action should be done. They are
used to show which command should be used
in a computer program. The computer language
used will be BASIC. It will be used to program
the computer to control the robot.
In this activity you will use a flowchart to write

a computer program.
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Robotics and Automation - Flowcharts and Programs
Notes
Pre-requisites
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
There are no troubleshooting issues related to this work.

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Answer Key
Activity - Displaying Messages
Q1 B
Q2 2
Q3 D
Activity - Writing a Program

Q1 A
Q2 2
Q3 D
Q4 A
Q5 C
Assessment
Q1 B
Q2 B
Q3 D
Q4 B
Q5 D
Q6 B
Q7 C
Q8 D
Q9 A
Q10 B
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Activity - Displaying Messages
Flowchart Box or
Description
Symbol
A start or stop box. A flowchart will always begin with a start box and end
with a stop box.
An input or an output box. Output boxes can be used for messages like
"Please give your name", and "Thank you.". They can be used to show when a
beep would sound.
An operation box. Operation boxes are used for certain actions. The action
might be to move the robot.
A decision box. Decision boxes ask questions. The question will be answered
as either "Yes" or "No".
BASIC
Description
Command
Tells robot to move to a position. The position to move to is given in the form B
MOVE [position] S[position] E[position] J[position], where B is for Base, S is for Shoulder, E is
for Elbow and J is for Jaw.
This command is used to display messages on screen. Messages like "Please give your
PRINT
name" or "Thank you".
This command will tell the robot is wait in its current position for a given amount of
WAIT time, for example ‘WAIT 5000’ would instruct the robot to wait for 5 seconds before
moving onto the next command.
BEEP This command would instruct the computer to make a sound.
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Activity - Writng a Program
Command Description
Can indicate the start of the loop. For example, the LABEL Here command line could
LABEL
mark the start of a loop.
Can indicate the end of a loop. For example, the GOTO Here command line could mark
GOTO the end of a loop. Any commands lines between the LABEL Here and the GOTO Here
command lines would be repeated.
Program Filename:
[ up_down_loop.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Review
It is expected that the student's review contains some of the
following key points:
- Flowcharts are useful to plan and describe what actions a program

will need to be able to do.
- Start or stop boxes. A flowchart will always begin with a start
box and end with a stop box.
- Input or output boxes. Output boxes can be used for messages
like "Please give your name", and "Thank you.". They can be used to
show when a beep would sound.
- Operation boxes -these are used for some actions eg to move the
robot.
- Decision boxes - these ask questions which will be answered as
either "Yes" or "No".
- The LABEL command in a program can used to mark the start of a loop.
- The GOTO command in a program can be used to mark the end of a loop.
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Robotics and Automation - Sensing, Decisions and Counting - Overview
Sensing, Decisions and

Counting
Overview
Sensors are very important in automated
systems. They allow the controller in a system
to detect and respond to changing conditions.
You will describe what a sensor is, and find out
how they are used in a work-cell with a robot
and a computer. You will also write a program
to examine and describe an object.
 Use the input from a sensor with the IF

command in a BASIC program
 Write a BASIC program that uses an input
from a sensor
 Write a BASIC program that uses a store as
a counter
What If 20 minute student activity
The work-cell is fitted with two infrared

sensors. The sensor on the conveyor belt is
called a Part Sensor – it senses when a part
breaks the beam. The sensor on the parts
dispenser is set up to monitor if a piece has got
a hole in it or not. This is called a Hole Sensor.
You are going to write a program using the IF

command to detect if parts have a hole in and
display an appropriate message.
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Robotics and Automation - Sensing, Decisions and Counting - Overview
Checking Parts 20 minute student activity
A robot is usually controlled by a computer.

The computer runs a program which has
commands. By using different commands in the
program, the robot can do different things.
In this activity you will write a program to

separate large parts with and without a hole.
The robot will pick the part from dispenser A,
check for a hole at the hole sensor and place a
part without a hole on the conveyor belt. A part
with a hole will be placed in the Reject Parts
bin.
Counting Parts 20 minute student activity
Automated programs are designed to run

continuously or for a pre-set number of times.
Programs that run once, then stop, are not
suitable for automatic control. To set up a
program to do tasks several times, or to loop,
we can use the LET command. The LET
command in Basic allows us to program
sequences to operate for a set number of times.
In this activity you will write a program that

carries out an instruction for a set number of
times using the LET command. The LET
command will be used to increment a count.
The value of the count will be displayed on the
screen. The IF command will be used to check
when the count is complete.
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Robotics and Automation - Sensing, Decisions and Counting
Sensing, Decisions and
Counting
Notes
Pre-requisites
To be familiar with flowcharts and the BASIC computer programming language as covered by the
activities in Flowcharts and Programs. To be able to follow arithmetic operations, such as A = A + 1.
The programs that students develop using the simulator can also be used to control the roboTEK II work-
cell. It is important that the robot is calibrated on the computer to which it is attached. This is necessary so
that the robot's positions resemble those in the simulator. However, it may still be necessary to make
minor adjustments to the robot MOVE commands in a program. Note, calibration should have be carried
out during installation. The calibration instructions can be found in the installation section.
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Activity - What If
Q1 6
Q2 C
Q3 D
Q4 Yes
Q5 No
Activity - Checking Parts

Q1 B
Q2 D
Q3 No
Q4 A
Activity - Counting Parts

Q1 1
Q2 B
Q3 B
Q4 Yes
Q5 B
Assessment
Q1 D
Q2 Yes
Q3 Yes
Q4 B
Q5 No
Q6 C
Q7 B
Q8 B
Q9 B
Q10 C
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Activity - What If
Command Description
Asks a question. For example, IF HOLE_SENSOR_ON. When the Hole Sensor is on,
IF
the command lines immediately after the IF command line are carried out.
Starts the actions to be performed when the IF command line is not true. For example,
using the IF HOLE_SENSOR_ON command line, the command lines immediately after
ENDIF
the IF command line are bypassed when the Hole Sensor is off, and the command lines
after the ENDIF command are carried out.
Program Filename:
[ PART_TO HOLE_SENSOR_WITH_MESSAGE.RTP IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A
ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Program Filename:
[ PART_TO HOLE_SENSOR_WITH_MESSAGE2.RTP IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A
ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Command Line Description

IF HOLE_ Asks the question if the hole sensor lamp is off. When the lamp is off, a hole has not
SENSOR_OFF been sensed. When the lamp is on, a hole has been sensed.
Activity - Checking Parts
Program Filename:
[ part_to_test_and_reject.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL
PROGRAM THAT A STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Activity - Counting Parts

LET Sets values to counter variables A-Z, e.g. LET C = C + 1.
Program Filename:
[ count_in_4_to_20.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
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Review
- The IF command causes the program to see if a particular action has

occurred and if it has, carries out a set action. An example of this
is to detect whether a part has passed a sensor. When this is true
(i.e. part has passed), the command lines after the IF command will
be carried out. For a false line (i.e. part has not passed), the
commands are bypassed.
- The ENDIF command starts the actions to be done when the IF command
line is not true. For example, if not part has passed the sensor the
command lines immediately after the IF command line are bypassed and
the command lines after the ENDIF command are carried out.
- The LET command in BASIC programming language allows us to program
sequences to operate for a set number of times.
- The LET command stores a value in a variable. Used with the equals
sign (=) and any formula. For example, LET A=1 sets variable A to
one, and LET A=A+1 adds one the value in variable A.
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Robotics and Automation - Open and Closed Loop Control - Overview
Overview
An automated control system uses sensors to
detect and monitor the output of the system.
These systems are often called closed loop
systems. The output information from the
sensors is called feedback. Systems that do not
use sensors to provide feedback are called open
loop systems.
A closed loop control system might be used in

a heating system. The temperature of the air
would be measured by a temperature sensor.
The temperature would be the feedback to the
control unit. If too cold, the control unit would
increase the heat of the boiler, if too hot the
control unit would decrease the heat of the
boiler. There would be a closed loop between
the sensor and the control unit.
 Identify how sensors are used to provide feedback to create a closed loop system on the work-cell
 Write programs for open loop and closed loop control systems
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Robotics and Automation - Open and Closed Loop Control - Overview
Work-cell Sensors 20 minute teacher led activity
A robot needs sensors to interact with work-

cell elements, which include fixtures to hold
parts, mechanisms to feed parts and conveyors
to transport them.
In this presentation you will find out why

sensors are used and how they work.
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Sensor Feedback 30 minute student activity
In this activity you will write programs for

open and closed loop systems. The robot will
pick and place parts on the conveyor belt. The
conveyor belt will be controlled open loop by
turning it on for a set period. Closed loop
control will use the conveyor’s part sensor to
turn off the conveyor when the part has reached
the end.
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Robotics and Automation - Open and Closed Loop Control
Notes
Pre-requisites
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Work-cell Sensors
Q1 C
Q2 A
Q3 C
Activity - Sensor Feedback

Q1 Yes
Q2 B
Q3 No
Q4 C
Q5 C
Assessment
Q1 C
Q2 D
Q3 C
Q4 Yes
Q5 C
Q6 No
Q7 A
Q8 Yes
Q9 B
Q10 D
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Activity - Sensor Feedback
Program Filename:
[ closed_loop.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Control
Description
Systems
An open loop control system has no feedback. It does not need a sensor as it has no
Open Loop
continuous loop.
A closed loop control system has feedback from a sensor. The feedback is used to stop
Closed Loop
the program from continuing to loop.
Review
- An open loop system does not use feedback (information from

sensors). For example, a program can be written to instruct a robot
to pick and place parts on a conveyor belt. If the conveyor belt is
set to run for a set period of time then turn off, it is an open loop
system.
- A closed loop system does use feedback (information from sensors).
For example, a program can be written to instruct a robot to pick and
place parts on a conveyor belt. If the conveyor belt runs until the
part sensor detects a part, it is a closed loop system.
- In a closed loop system an IF command is used to check the status
of a sensor. For example, IF PART_SENSOR_ON.
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Robotics and Automation - Transportation around the Work-cell - Overview
Transportation around the

Work-cell
Overview
There are different types of sensors. In the
robot work-cell, beam sensors are one type of
sensor. These sensors are used to detect things
such as the presence of a part, or if a part has a
hole.
Often, a conveyor is an important part of the

work-cell. The conveyor belt transports parts
around the work-cell. In some, the conveyor
transports a product so various automated
processes can be done: for example, on a car
production line.
 Identify different types of sensors used in the work-cell

 Write a program to place multiple parts on the conveyor
 Write a program to move parts along the conveyor, displaying a count value each time a part enters a bin
Types of Sensor 20 minute teacher led activity
In this presentation you will find out about

different types of sensors.
In the work-cell, the beam sensor is one type of

sensor. The beam is a beam of infra-red light.
The beam is either broken or not broken.
Similarly, a switch can be a sensor. It can be

either on or off.
Other types of sensor can detect and measure

things. For example, sensors can measure
temperature, speed and force.
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Robotics and Automation - Transportation around the Work-cell - Overview
Moving Parts 20 minute student activity
In the robot work-cell, the conveyor is an

important part. The conveyor belt can be used
to transport parts. The sensor can detect when a
part reaches its position.

uses both the robot and the conveyor belt to
move a part around the work-cell simulator.
You will see if you can load all four parts from
dispenser A onto the conveyor in a line.
Displaying Status 20 minute student activity
A manufacturing process often requires parts to

be counted. The count information can be used
to check the number of parts placed into a
container or to help work out the rate of
production.

software and work-cell simulator to write a
program to place small parts on a conveyor.
Each time a part passes the part sensor, the
program will make a sound and display a count
value. When the count has reached a maximum,
the program will stop.
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Robotics and Automation - Transportation around the Work-cell
Transportation around the
Work-cell
Notes
Pre-requisites
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Types of Sensor
Q1 C
Q2 Yes
Q3 B
Activity - Moving Parts

Q1 B
Q2 C
Q3 4
Activity - Displaying Status

Q1 Yes
Q2 B
Q3 C
Q4 4
Assessment
Q1 Yes
Q2 B
Q3 C
Q4 B
Q5 D
Q6 C
Q7 Yes
Q8 C
Q9 D
Q10 D
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Activity - Moving Parts
Program Filename:
[ FOUR_PARTS_IN LINE.RTP IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL
Program Filename:
[ count_and_beep.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Command Description
Asks a question. When the Part Sensor is on, the command lines immediately after the
IF PART_ IF command line are processed. If the Part Sensor is off, the program jumps to the
SENSOR_ON ENDIF command and then continues to process the command lines following the
ENDIF.
Review
- Two main types of sensor are switches and transducers. Switches

can be used as simple sensors that are either on or off, whereas
Transducers are sensors used to measure specific conditions
- Parts can be counted by using a variable that starts at zero, is
incremented and then checked for a maximum value. The command "LET"
is required, for example, the variable is set to zero at the start
then the command would be LET V=0. After the part is placed on the
conveyor and moved the variable would be incremented so the command
would be LET V=V+1. The variable should be checked to see if it is
less than the maximum count allowable before looping back to pick up
another part. The command here would be "IF" (IF V<4). If the count
hasn't reached the required value then the program will be required
to continue using the GOTO command. The ENDIF command is used to end
the program once the value has been reached.
- Using the PRINT command, each time the program loops (i.e. a part
is placed into the bin) a message can be displayed stating the
current value of V (the number of parts counted).
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Robotics and Automation - Types of Sensor
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Robotics and Automation - Types of Sensor
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Robotics and Automation - Manipulating Parts - Overview
Manipulating Parts
Overview
What is a robot and how are they similar to
humans?
Robots, like humans, do work.
Robots, unlike humans, do not need to know

why they do the work and are excellent at
doing complicated and repetitive tasks.
 Identify economic and practical reasons why

robots are used in industry
 Write a program from a specification to
accept only parts with holes
 Write a program that counts rejected and accepted parts
Why Use Robots? 20 minute teacher led activity
In this presentation you will find out what

defines a robot.
You will also explore some of the many uses of

robots.
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Robotics and Automation - Manipulating Parts - Overview
Testing Parts 20 minute student activity
In the robot work-cell, the hole sensor can be

used to detect if a part is a finished part with a
hole, or if a part has no hole and has to be
rejected.

uses the robot control software and the work-
cell simulator to separate finished parts that
have a hole from rejected parts that do not have
a hole.
Counting Rejects 30 minute student activity
A work-cell that is automated can use a robot

and a conveyor to accept or reject parts. This is
useful, but it would be more useful if the
number of rejected parts were counted and
shown. The program could then give
information about the quality of the parts
passing through the work-cell.

software and work-cell simulator. You will
write a program that not only separates rejected
parts but also displays the number of accepted
and rejected parts, giving quality control
information.
This activity is an ideal follow-on from the

Testing Parts activity.
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Robotics and Automation - Manipulating Parts
Manipulating Parts
Notes
Pre-requisites
It is recommended that the Testing Parts activity is completed before attempting the Counting Rejects
activity. During the activities it is necessary to save programs. It is recommended that an appropriate
location for saving these files is established with the students.
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Why use Robots?
Q1 D
Q2 A
Q3 D
Q4 B
Activity - Testing Parts

Q1 B
Q2 C
Q3 C
Q4 C
Activity - Counting Rejects

Q1 C
Q2 1
Q3 3
Assessment
Q1 D
Q2 C
Q3 No
Q4 No
Q5 Yes
Q6 B
Q7 C
Q8 E
Q9 Yes
Q10 C
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Activity - Testing Parts
Program Filename:
[ count_tested_parts.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Activity - Counting Rejects
Program Filename:
[ count_tested_rejected_total_parts.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT
CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Review
following points:
- Robots can:
- Work in dangerous conditions.
- Repeat a task over and over again to an exact standard.
- Be reprogrammed.
- Be designed so that their end effectors can be changed, making
the robot capable of completing a range of different tasks.
- Using commands like IF, the status of the work-cell sensors can be
checked. Depending on the status of the sensor different sections of
the program can be run. Using this technique a part can be checked
for holes. If the part has a hole one section of code can be run, if
the part does not have a hole a different section of code can be
run. Each section of code can also change the value of a counter
variable. By incrementing different counter variables in different
sections the number of parts with or without a hole can be counted.
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Robotics and Automation - Why Use Robots?
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Robotics and Automation - Industrial Robots - Overview
Industrial Robots
Overview
Robots are used in industry. They do repetitive
jobs very well. They can also work in areas
where humans cannot. Automated work-cells
use robots and other devices such as conveyors.
An automated work-cell will be controlled by a

computer program. An operator would oversee
the work being done. At times, the operator
might have to use their keyboard to give an
input to control the otherwise automatic
processes of the work-cells.
 Identify the types of robot used in

manufacturing and the reasons for using them
 Write programs that use keyboard inputs, carry out calculations, and then output the results
 Write a program to control a robot using inputs from a keyboard
Types of Robot 20 minute teacher led activity
In this presentation you will find out why

robots are used in industry and look at different
types of robot.
You will see the various jobs these different

types are best suited to.
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Robotics and Automation - Industrial Robots - Overview
Respond to Input 20 minute student activity
Automated systems, such as a cash dispenser,

rely on the customer keying in a number that
identifies them to the system, often called a
PIN (Personal Identification Number). If
accepted, the person then types how much
money they need to withdraw. This amount is
then dispensed, and the system automatically
deducts it from their account.

software to create a program that includes GET
and LET commands to read input from the
keyboard and perform mathematical operations.
Keyboard Control 30 minute student activity
Many components work together in automated

work-cells. Work-cells can be combined into
automated systems and these in turn can be
combined into automated factories. However,
at times, operators are also needed to give
inputs to the programs that control the
machines of the work-cells. The automated
factory can then continue to operate
successfully.
In this activity you will see how computers

know which input has been given by the
operators. Using the Robot Control software
you will enter a control program that accepts
key press commands to move the robot left,
right, up and down.
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Robotics and Automation - Industrial Robots
Industrial Robots
Notes
Pre-requisites
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Types of Robot
Q1 C
Q2 A
Q3 A
Activity - Respond to Input

Q1 B
Q2 Yes
Q3 B
Q4 Yes
Activity - Keyboard Control

Q1 D
Q2 D
Q3 D
Q4 C
Q5 No
Assessment
Q1 Yes
Q2 A
Q3 3
Q4 A
Q5 C
Q6 C
Q7 C
Q8 D
Q9 B
Q10 D
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Activity - Respond to Input
Command Description
Waits until a number is typed (input), then saves (stores) that number as a variable. For
GET example, GET B waits until a number is input. If 6 is typed, a variable B would then be
set to the value 6.
Command
Symbol
+ LET C=A+B The variable C becomes the sum of the variables A and B.
- LET C=A-B The variable C becomes the difference of the variables A and B.
* LET C=A*B The variable C becomes the product of the variables A and B.
The variable C becomes the whole number part of the quotient of the
/ LET C=A/B
variables A and B.
Activity - Keyboard Control
Program Filename:
[ asciicode.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A
STUDENT MAY CREATE AS A SOLUTION.]
Program Filename:
[ keymove.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A
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Review
following points:
- The main types of robot are:
- Articulated (three rotational axes).
- Cartesian (three linear axes).
- Cylindrical (one rotational and two linear).
- Spherical (two rotational and one linear).
- Simple calculations can be performed by programs using:
- GET A to obtain keyboard input and store the ASCII value in the
variable A.
- GET B to obtain a value for variable B.
- Conventional arithmetic operators (+, -, *, /) to create an
expression in the program i.e. LET C = A + B.
- Using the GET command, key presses from the keyboard can be
obtained. By comparing the ACSII value of the key press to a list of
predefined values the program can determine which section of the
program to run.
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Robotics and Automation - Computer Integrated Manufacture - Overview
Computer Integrated
Manufacture
Overview
Computers are capable of processing
commands very quickly and efficiently. In a
manufacturing environment robots are ideal for
repetitive tasks that are repeated time and time
again to the same standard.
 Identify how Computer Integrated

Manufacturing (CIM) can be incorporated
into manufacturing systems
 Create a program to assemble parts
 Create a program from a flowchart to
implement a pick and place routine
Computer Integrated Manufacture 20 minute teacher led activity
In this presentation you will find out how

computers are used in manufacturing.
You will discover how the various stages

involved in changing raw materials into
products can be aided by the use of computers,
robots and other automated machines.
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Robotics and Automation - Computer Integrated Manufacture - Overview

Assembling Parts student activity
Assembling parts is an important part of

manufacturing a product. In some factories
workers assemble parts but in automated
factories robots are used.

software with the work-cell simulator. You will
create a program to assemble parts, checking
first that the part is suitable for use.

Pick and Place student activity
Many industrial robots are only used to pick

and place items. In a nuclear hazardous
environment, robots are used in areas where
people could be exposed to harmful radiation.
To control a robot to do specific tasks, a high
degree of interaction is required.
In this activity you are going to use the Robot

Control software with the nuclear plant
environment in the simulator. You will write
and test a program which will ask the robot to
pick up a particular fuel rod.
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Robotics and Automation - Computer Integrated Manufacture
Computer Integrated
Manufacture
Notes
Pre-requisites
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Computer Integrated Manufacture
Q1 No
Q2 B
Q3 Yes
Q4 C
Activity - Assembling Parts

Q1 A
Q2 D
Q3 D
Activity - Pick and Place

Q1 6
Q2 C
Q3 A
Q4 B
Q5 1
Q6 A
Assessment
Q1 B
Q2 C
Q3 D
Q4 B
Q5 E
Q6 Yes
Q7 2
Q8 2
Q9 Yes
Q10 A
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Activity - Assembling Parts
Program Filename:
[ assemble_large_and_small.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL
Activity - Pick and Place

Program Filename:
[ pick_and_place.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Review
following points:
- If the position of any of the work-cell structural components or
moveable parts changed, all of the coordinates used in MOVE commands
would need to be reprogrammed.
- If the assembly sequence needed to change, the program would need
to be updated.
- If the program has been designed with code sections for each task
it would make it easier to update.
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Robotics and Automation - Pre-programmed Sequences - Overview
Overview
Many robots are capable of carrying out
relativity complex movement sequences. In the
nuclear industry robots are used to move fuel
rods because radiation can be harmful to
humans.
 Identify how robots are used in nuclear

power stations
 Create a program to move a series of parts in
sequence
 Create a program to cycle rods in a nuclear
work-cell
 Create a program to count how many times a
fuel rod cycle has taken place
20 minute teacher led

Hazardous Environments activity
In this presentation you will discover why and

how automated systems and robots are used in
the nuclear industry.
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Programmed Sequence 30 minute student activity
In a nuclear environment it is necessary to

move fuel rods from one configuration to
another. For example from the off-line
configuration where electricity is not being
generated to the on-line configuration where
electricity can be generated.

software with the nuclear plant environment in
the simulator. You will write and test a
program that moves rods from the off-line
configuration into the on-line configuration.
Cycling Rods 30 minute student activity
Fuel rods in a nuclear power station do not

have an unlimited amount of fuel in them –
they degrade. The reactor is replenished
continuously without being shut down.
To simulate this process you are going to use

the Robot Control software with the nuclear
plant environment in the simulator. You will
write and test a program to automatically cycle
the rods from the spare rod container to the
reactor.
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Counting Sequences 20 minute student activity
One of the benefits of automated systems is that

they do not required constant interaction with
an operator. However from time to time a
system will complete a task and need to know
what to do next.

software with the nuclear plant environment in
the simulator. You will write and test a
program to count the number of times the rods
have been cycled.
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Robotics and Automation - Pre-programmed Sequences
Notes
Pre-requisites
The nature of the activities requires the student to establish their own method to solve tasks and use
knowledge acquired during previous work. During the activities it is necessary to save programs. It is
recommended that an appropriate location for saving these files is established with the students.
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting

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Answer Key
Presentation - Hazardous Environments
Q1 B
Q2 D
Q3 B
Q4 No
Q5 A
Activity - Programmed Sequence

Q1 C
Q2 3
Q3 No
Q4 A
Activity - Cycling Rods

Q1 B
Q2 Yes
Q3 D
Activity - Counting Sequences

Q1 2
Q2 A
Q3 C
Assessment
Q1 A
Q2 A
Q3 Yes
Q4 No
Q5 B
Q6 C
Q7 D
Q8 4
Q9 89
Q10 B
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Activity - Programmed Sequence
Program Filename:
[ off_to_on_line.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Activity - Cycling Rods

MOVE 7L to 5
MOVE 4L to 7
MOVE 8L to 4
MOVE 5L to 8
MOVE 9S to 5
MOVE 6S to 9
MOVE 5S to 6
Program Filename:
[ cycle.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM THAT A
Activity - Counting Sequences

Program Filename:
[ cycle_twice.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
Review
following points:
Robots are used in the nuclear industry to:
- Transport fuel rods around the nuclear plant.
- Move fuel rods in and out of the nuclear reactor.
- Remove the danger to humans of receiving a radioactive dose while
handling the radioactive material.
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Robotics and Automation - Hazardous Environments
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Robotics and Automation - Hazardous Environments
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Robotics and Automation - Problem Solving - Nuclear Work-cell - Overview
Problem Solving - Nuclear

Work-cell
Overview
Often product designers and engineers are
given problems to solve. Usually they are given
a design brief and asked to develop a solution.
The design brief may contain design criteria

which the designer and engineer need to meet.
 Design, write and test a user-friendly control

program for a nuclear plant
Automated Nuclear Work-cell 60 minute student activity
Using the Robot Control software you will

design, write and test a program to control a
nuclear plant. The program will need to accept
key presses and automatically complete
specific operations.
In this activity you will take the role of the

software engineer working for a company that
owns a nuclear plant. You are responsible for
the development of the robot control program.
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Robotics and Automation - Problem Solving - Nuclear Work-cell - Overview
Complete the review.
Call your teacher, he/she may wish to see your solution.
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Robotics and Automation - Problem Solving - Nuclear Work-cell
Problem Solving - Nuclear
Work-cell
Notes | Instructor Marked Work | Answer Key | Typically Completed Work
Notes
Pre-requisites
It is recommended that the following activities have been completed before attempting this problem
solving activity:
 Computer Integrated Manufacture - Pick and Place

 Pre-programmed Sequences - Programmed Sequence
 Pre-programmed Sequences - Cycling Rods
 Pre-programmed Sequences - Counting Sequences
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
There are no specific troubleshooting issues related to this work.

There is instructor grading required for this work.
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Use the suggested marking criteria below as guidance when assessing students' work.
Problem Solving Activity

The student carries out a problem solving activity that requires the instructor to assess their solution. The
assessment involves the instructor viewing the working solution and the documentation in the workbook.
When assessing the work, the following criteria could be considered:
 Uses appropriate information to help design a solution

 Generates design proposals that match stated problem solving criteria
 Interconnects a variety of components to achieve functional results
 Evaluates and tests the final solution to the problem
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Answer Key
Activity - Automated Nuclear Work-cell
Q1 C
Q2 3
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Typically Completed Workbook

Activity - Automated Nuclear Work-cell
Load/Unload and Cycle sub-Programs - it is expected that the
student's design notes contain some of the following points:
- Ask which sub-program needs to run: Load/Unload, or Cycle. Use a

variable to check the key selected: e.g. 1 for Load/Unload, 2 for
Cycle.
- If Load/Unload is selected, ask which one and use a variable to
check the ASCII key selected: e.g. L for Load, U for Unload.
- The Load/Unload section of code contains a series of robot
movements to move the rods in a sequence so that they change from the
off-line to on-line configurations, or visa-versa according to the
selection.
- If Cycle is selected, ask how many times. Use a variable to check
the key selected.
- The Cycle section of code contains a series of robot movements to
move the rods through the cycle sequence given in the Cycling Rods
activity of Pre-programmed Sequences. A count is used to check if the
number of cycles selected has been completed.
- When an invalid key is selected the program will display a warning
and check for another key.
Program Filename:
[ nuclear_plant_a.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
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Emergency sub-Program Addition - it is expected that the student's

design notes contain some of the following points:
- Add another choice to the check to see which sub-program needs to

run: e.g. 3 for Emergency.
- Confirm the emergency sub-program is to run. Use a variable to
check the ASCII key selected: e.g. Y for Yes, N for No.
- Ask which rod. Use a variable to check the key selected and ensure
it is a valid position of the on-line configuration (positions 4 - 9).
- The Emergency section of code contains a series of robot movements
to move the selected rod into the waste receptacle of position 3.
Program Filename:
[ nuclear_plant_b.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
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Maintenance sub-Program Addition - it is expected that the student's

design notes contain some of the following points:
- Add another choice to the check to see which sub-program needs to

run: e.g. 4 for Maintenance.
- Ask which rod. Use a variable to check the key selected and ensure
it is a valid position of the on-line configuration (positions 4 - 9).
- Ask which position to place the rod. Use a variable to check the
key selected and ensure it is a valid position of the on-line
configuration (positions 4 - 9).
- The maintenance section of code contains a series of robot
movements to move the selected rod into the selected position.
Program Filename:
[ nuclear_plant_c.rtp IS A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A ROBOT CONTROL PROGRAM
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Review
It is expected that the student's review contains detail on how they:
- Planned their approach

- Researched possible methods
- Evaluated the different methods
- Implemented their solution
- Tested and evaluated their solution
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Robotics and Automation - Module Review - Module Review
Module Review
Questions 5 minute student activity
The following questions will be used in a survey of the Engineering Modules. You must answer
all the questions to complete this module. All options are valid. Choose the option that represents
your opinion.
Q1 Was the module difficult to follow?
j
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n It was difficult to follow or understand
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n Some work was hard to follow or understand
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n All of the work was easy to follow and understand
Q2 Did you find the module interesting?
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n None of the work was interesting
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n Some of the work was interesting
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n All of the work was interesting
Q3 Did you find the material covered difficult?
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n The work was too difficult to understand
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n The work was too easy
j
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n Some of the work was difficult
j
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n The work was difficult at first but later became much easier to understand
j
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n The assignments were easy to follow and were informative
Q4 Did you find the questions in the work difficult?
j
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n The questions were too difficult
j
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n The questions were too easy
j
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n Some of the questions were difficult
j
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n The questions were difficult in the early work but later became easier
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Robotics and Automation - Module Review - Module Review
Q5 Do you think you spent enough time learning theory?
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n There was not enough theory throughout the module
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n There was too much theory throughout the module
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n There was a good balance of theory and practical work throughout the module
Q6 Did you enjoy the practical tasks?
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Review 10 minute student activity
Complete the review in your workbook.
Before handing in your work ensure that you have answered all the questions and completed the
review.
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Robotics and Automation - Module Review
Module Review
Notes | Instructor Marked Work | Answer Key | Typically Completed Workbook
Notes
Pre-requisites
There are no specific pre-requisites for this work.
Consumables
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
There are no specific troubleshooting issues related to this work.

There is instructor grading required for this work.
LJ Create 11.3
Instructor Marked Work (Complete Module)

Use the suggested marking criteria below as guidance when assessing student work.
Workbook Activity and Review Sections

The student is prompted to complete a workbook as they carry out activities. The workbook includes
review sections for them to record their understanding of the work undertaken. When assessing the content
of the activity and review sections, the following criteria could be considered:
 Completes the workbook

 Responds appropriately to the prompt
 Includes supporting ideas or examples
 Uses appropriate vocabulary
 Uses clear language
Workbook Presentation
When assessing the presentation of the workbook, the following criteria could be considered:
 Uses legible handwriting

 Uses correct spelling
 Uses capitals correctly
 Uses correct punctuation
 Uses grammar correctly
11.4 LJ Create

Answer Key
Module Review
Q1 Student opinion of module readability
Q2 Student opinion of module interest
Q3 Student opinion of module difficulty
Q4 Student opinion of question difficulty
Q5 Student opinion of time spent learning theory
Q6 Student opinion of practical enjoyability
LJ Create 11.5

Typically Completed Workbook

Review
It is expected that the student's review contains their opinion of
the module.
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Robotics and Automation

Listed below is the equipment used in this module:

* These items are included with .

Robot Control software Install Robot Control software

Third Party Applications

Computer Integrated Manufacture

The module also requires that the computer can:

Printing (recommended Page Setup for Web Browsers)

Module Minimum Computer Requirements

 Windows 2000, XP or later with Internet Explorer

Robotics and Automation Module Installation Instructions

Choose the appropriate installation for your requirements:

a) Installation for Stand-alone Operation

b) Installation for ClassAct Classroom-based Managed Learning Environment

At the Student Workstation:

 Insert the ClassAct Workstation disk and follow the on-screen

At the Instructor Workstation:

Robotics and Automation - Installation Instructions

c) Installation for Virtual Learning Environment

Installation of Robot Control Software

The Robot Control software must be installed to each computer that is to

 Access the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) on the internet and

 Select and run the first lesson of this module.

 From the Resources menu, select Inventory.

 In the Applications section, click on the Install Robot Control software

Robotics and Automation - Installation Instructions

Setting up the roboTEK II Robot

Robotics and Automation - Installation Instructions

Minimum and Maximum Joint Positions (Optional)

12. Repeat the process for the other joints.

13. Click Save to store the settings.

Robotics and Automation - Installation Instructions

Running Learning Content in Stand-alone Operation

Running Learning Content in a Managed Classroom Environment

Running Learning Content in an Online Virtual Learning Environment

Machines that do useful work are called robots.

In this work you will:

 Identify how servo motors and joints can be

Manual Control of a Robot 20 minute teacher led activity

In this presentation you will find out how a

You will see how robots need mechanical

10 minute teacher and

The robot work-cell shares many common

In this activity you will manually control the

This activity requires laboratory equipment.

10 minute teacher and

One of the reasons that robots are used in

In this activity you will see how to store a

This activity requires laboratory equipment.

Robotics and Automation - Control of a Robot - Overview

10 minute teacher and

Engineers often have to use simulated models

In this activity you will see how to store a

If this activity is presented to a group it is

Moving Parts Manually 15 minute student activity

Sometimes robots are used to move heavy or

In this activity you will use the Robot Control

Robotics and Automation - Control of a Robot - Overview

Recording a Sequence 15 minute student activity

Industrial robots are good at performing the

In this activity you will create a program to