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Definition
A robot is a reprogrammable multifunctional manipulator designed
to move material, parts, tools, or specialized devices through variable
programmed motions to perform a variety of tasks.
Types of Robots
Robots can be made in many ways and most robots share a great
deal in common. The most common elements that are used in
constructing robots are.
End Effector
Actuators
An actuator is a component of a robot that is responsible for moving
links into their designated positions.
sensors
Internal Sensors
The most common internal sensors are postion sensor, speed sensor
and acceleration sensor
Main Components of Industrial Robot
Sensors
External Sensors
When there is contact with the surface of the touch sensor, the
circuit is closed inside the sensor and there is a flow of current.
When the contact is released, the circuit is opened and no current
flows.
Main Components of Industrial Robot
Sensors
Controller
Workspace
Applications
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