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Linear Motion Type
Is a method of path interpolation that commands the movement of the
robot by moving each joint in a coordinated motion so that all axis arrive to
the position at the same time. The path of the Tool Control Point (TCP) is
predictable and will be linear.
Link
A rigid part of a Manipulator, which connects adjacent joints.
Load Cycle Time
A manufacturing or assembly line process term, which describes the
complete time to unload the last work piece and load the next one.
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Magnetic Detectors
Robot sensors that can sense the presence of ferromagnetic material.
Solid-state detectors with appropriate amplification and processing can
locate a metal object to a high degree of precision. See
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Manipulator
A machine or robotic mechanism of which usually consists of a series of
segments (jointed or sliding relative to one another) for the purpose of
grasping and/or moving objects (pieces or tools), usually in several
degrees of freedom. The control of the Manipulator may be by an
operator, a programmable electronic Controller or any logic system (for
example cam device, wired, etc.) (ISO 8373)
Manual Mode
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Material Handling
The process by which an industrial robotic arm transfers materials from
one place to another.
Mirror Shift Function
With the Mirror Shift Function, a job is converted to the job in which the
path is symmetrical to that of the original job. This conversion can be
performed for the specified coordinate among the X-Y, X-Z or Y-Z
coordinate of the robot coordinates and the user coordinates. The Mirror
Shift Function is classified into the following three: the Pulse Mirror Shift
Function, the Robot Coordinates Mirror Shift Function and the User
Coordinates Mirror Shift Function.
Mode Switch
As per safety standards, an industrial robot has three distinct modes of
operation. These are TEACH (also called Manual) and PLAY (also called
Automatic) and REMOTE. Switching between these modes is performed
using a key switch on the Programming Pendant and is called Mode
Switch.
Modularity
The property of flexibility built into a robot and control system by
assembling separate units, which can be easily joined to or arranged with
other parts or units.
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