Adoption of collaborative robots (Cobots)
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Adoption of collaborative robots (Cobots)
Adoption of Collaborative Robots (COBOTs)
Abstract
The Electrical Engineering section at Granville TAFE is planning a refresh of training equipment available in the teaching section to target industrial automation and robotics. In Partnership with industry the focus is on adoption of collaborative robots (Cobots). This report will dive into factors that needs to be considered before coming to the decision to start adopting Cobots.
Louis Nakhoul
UEECO00139410077300
Adoption of collaborative robots (Cobots)
Adoption of Collaborative Robots (COBOTs)
Abstract
The Electrical Engineering section at Granville TAFE is planning a refresh of training equipment available in the teaching section to target industrial automation and robotics. In Partnership with industry the focus is on adoption of collaborative robots (Cobots). This report will dive into factors that needs to be considered before coming to the decision to start adopting Cobots.
Louis Nakhoul
UEECO0013
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Contents
TOC o "1-3" h z u 1.Purpose and nature of specification PAGEREF _Toc150194649 h 21.1.Introduction PAGEREF _Toc150194650 h 21.2.Scope and application PAGEREF _Toc150194651 h 22.Performance based specification PAGEREF _Toc150194652 h 22.1.Collaborative Robots (Cobots) PAGEREF _Toc150194653 h 23.Prescriptive Specification PAGEREF _Toc150194654 h 33.1.Solution 1 Omron TM12S PAGEREF _Toc150194655 h 33.2.Solution 2 Australis Engineering Techman Robot TM12 PAGEREF _Toc150194656 h 43.3.Solution 3 Robotic Automation HC20DTP PAGEREF _Toc150194657 h 54.Project Solution PAGEREF _Toc150194658 h 64.1.Evidence of Compliance PAGEREF _Toc150194659 h 64.2.Decision PAGEREF _Toc150194660 h 65.Additional Services PAGEREF _Toc150194661 h 75.1.Maintenance PAGEREF _Toc150194662 h 76.Supplier and Manufacturers Details PAGEREF _Toc150194663 h 76.1.Omron PAGEREF _Toc150194664 h 86.2.Australis Engineering Techman Robot PAGEREF _Toc150194665 h 86.3.Robotic Automation PAGEREF _Toc150194666 h 86.4.RS PAGEREF _Toc150194667 h 86.5.Unchained Robotics PAGEREF _Toc150194668 h 97.Appendix A PAGEREF _Toc150194669 h 10
Purpose and nature of specificationIntroduction
This Specification applies to Granville TAFEs Electrical Engineering section and its planning to a refresh of training equipment available in the teaching section to target industrial automation and robotics. Saying that, the focus is on the adoption of collaborative robots (COBOTs). It will establish the specifications of the supply of materials and equipment for electrotechnology projects.
Scope and application
This specification is tasked to procure cobots and all other required hardware/software. These devices will be setup in a lab room for a call size of 12 students.
As per TAFE procurement guidelines, three separate solutions are to be provided, with one of the three chosen as the solution. To determine which solution best achieves the scope of the project, all three solutions shall be compared to one another and the requirements of the project.
Performance based specificationThe physical and functional requirements of the project scope will be detailed in this section. Minimum specifications will be presented in a table format.
Collaborative Robots (Cobots)The Cobots is the core requirements of this project along with the software and other hardware it requires to function flawlessly. To maintain compliance with these requirements, extra scrutiny shall be placed on these core components.
Specification Minimum Requirement
Weight 33.3
Maximum payload (kg) 12
Reach (mm) 1300
Average speed (m/s) 1.3
Repeatability +/- 0.03 mm
Degrees of freedom 6 rotating points
I/O Ports Control Box Digital In: 16 / Out:16 / Analog In:2 / Out:1
Tool conn. Digital In: 3 / Out: 3 / Analog In:0 / Out:0
I/O Power supply 24V 1.5A for Control Box and 24V 1A for Tool
Operating Temperature and Humidity 0-50C, 85% max. (with no condensation)
I/O Interface 3xCOM, 1xHDMI, 3xLAN, 2xUSB2.0, 2Xusb3.0
Robot Vision Eye in Hand (Built in) 1.2M/5M pixels, Colour Camera
Eye in Hand (Optional) Support Maximum 2 GigE Cameras
Prescriptive Specification
The means and methods of completing the scope of works shall be detailed in this section.
The solutions provided below all meet the performance requirements and criteria outlined. They have been selectively chosen from all possible solutions as they offer the most fitting specifications relating to the scope and application of the project.
As the specifications outlined in section 2 only vary between the solutions, each solution will have their own prescriptive specifications as section 2 introduced the minimum requirements for all the solutions combined.
Solution 1 Omron TM12SCurrently Granville TAFEs Electrical Engineering Laboratory does not have Cobots. The option to adopt and implement the hardware and its software for a class size of 12 students has the benefit to refresh the training equipment available in the teaching section to target industrial automation and robotics. The Product was found with a price on an American website that Cost $47,583.13 USD which is roughly $75,300 AUD. The Information can be found in Appendix A.
Omron offers the TM12S Cobot system with the following items included in the package:
1x TM12S
1x 3, 1.5 and 12 m cable (1 of any option)
1x Hand control to move the Cobot.
1x Robot Control Box
1x Large Calibration Plate
1x 1m I/O Cable
2x Landmark (Robot positioning tool as a reference to the environment)
2x 3m Ground Wire
2x 3cm Jumper Wire
1x 1.8m Power Cable for Control Box (3 Cable: B, G, F)
1x SEMI Emergency OFF Switch (SEMI Cobots only)
1x 3m SEMI ESTOP Cable
Once the Omron TM12S is Setup by the technician, it is easy to learn how to use because of the improved hand guidance and next generation teach pendant which makes the programming of the cobot easier than ever.
Applications can be programmed using the built in hand guidance function. Simply move the head to the desired position, and with the click of a button, the position is taught.
Specification Value
Voltage Requirement 24V
Number of Inputs 21
Number of Outputs 21
Connection Method RS232, Ethernet
Mounting Type Wall, Table, Ceiling
Communicating Method Hand Guidance stick, Teach Pendant
Software TMFlowSolution 2 Australis Engineering Techman Robot TM12The Techman TM12 Cobot is the second solution offered to Granville TAFE. TM Cobots high performance mobile series utilises an inbuilt vdc supply, making them compatible with most brands of AVG/MR in the market today.
By utilising the TM-Landmark, the mobile robot can orientate itself within a 3D space, like an auto datum sequence, to multiple machine surfaces. This allows the TM-M robots to operate between two or more locations seamlessly. This solution is optimal for mobile stacking and machine tending applications.
Featuring a payload capability greater than other collaborative robots on the market with a similar arm length, the TM12 still remain, simple, smart and safe. This Cobot is easy to operate and still offer rapid redeployment, reducing your automation and maintenance costs whilst increasing precision and production for various industries.
The TM built-in vision system offers template matching, item positioning, image enhancement, barcode identification and colour categorisation. All these functions have been integrated into their remarkably easy-to-use user interface for simple programming.
Developed by Techman Robot, TMflow is their innovative flow-based robot editing software. Each function is shown as a different image and features intuitive click and drag methods. Users without coding experience of industrial robots can complete a visual pick and place program in as little as 5 minutes.
With the help of TM Plug&Play, TM Robots can connect to multiple robotic peripheral products available on the market. TM Plug&Play is available as standard allowing users to easily integrate third party peripherals to the robots, considerably reducing time and cost. The Product was found on a European Online Store offered at 32,800 which is around $54,000 AUD. The information can be found in appendix A.
Specification Value
Voltage Requirement 24V
Number of Inputs 23
Number of Outputs 21
Connection Method RS232, Ethernet
Mounting Type Wall, Table, Ceiling
Communicating Method Hand Guide Stick, Smart Vision System
Software TMFlowSolution 3 Robotic Automation HC20DTPThe third and final solution is the Robotic Automation HC20DTP Cobot. This Solution is a bit overboard with respect to the specification and the way it is used. The MOTOMAN HC20DTP is the largest cobot of the HC product family, with a remarkable payload of 20 kg, an enormous maximum reach of 1,900 mm and outstanding repeatability. This makes the cobot a good choice to move heavy objects inside the lab.
The MOTOMAN HC robot series from Yaskawa was developed for easy entry into robotic automation. In addition to the simple programming philosophy with hand guidance/operator buttons on the robots wrist, online tutorials and application builders on the web make it easier to take the first steps in robot automation. The convenient tablet-based smart pendant guides you intuitively through the individual steps from programming to safety configuration, simple menus provide the perfect overview of your application. Simply set up the cobot, after connecting the robot and all components, youre ready to start programming the task. Many compatible accessories supplied either by Yaskawa or ecosystem partners make it easy to set up robot installations for many applications.
The hybrid cobot react to the present situation by adjusting their operating speed. In combination with external safety devices, such as pressure sensitive mats or laser scanners, HC robots detect the proximity to the operator and adjust their speed accordingly. This hybrid operation concept provides your application maximal profitability while not compromising occupational safety. This product was found in a German store called Unchained Robotics, and they were offering the product for 52,220, which is roughly $86,150 AUD.
More information is available by checking Appendix A.
Specification Value
Power Supply, average (kVA) 1.5
Controlled Axes 6
I/O Ports 40 Inputs, 40 Outputs
Temperature 0 to +40C
Connection Method RS-232C/RS422. Ethernet TCP/IP
Humidity 20% - 80%
Weight 70kg 140kg
Mounting Type Wall, Table, Ceiling, Floor, Tilt
Communicating Method Hand Guide Stick, Smart pendant
Software Specific Wizard
Project Solution
Evidence of Compliance
Evidence of compliance of each solution has been accepted through comparison between the prescriptive and performance specifications. This shall be repeated with the physical model to ensure any errors in procurement or shipping has not occurred. The compliance shall be sighted and signed off by the Electrical Engineering departments Head Teacher.
Decision
In section 3, the prices were listed for each product. The Omron TM12S costs $75,300 AUD, the Techman Robot TM12 costs $54,000 AUD, and finally the Robotic Automation HC20DTP costs $86,150 AUD. At a budget of $500,000 AUD, Granville TAFE will be able to purchase 6 Omron TM12S Cobots, 9 Techman Robot TM12 Cobots and 5 HC20DTP Cobots. The Project Team has determined the best solution to be solution 1 Omron. Based on the specified criteria in addition to Granville TAFE guidelines.
It might not be the most economical option, but the product is efficient with the commands and doing the task assigned to it or programmed to it. As mentioned in section 3.1, the Omron TM12S is the best because of the easy-to-use handstick to control it, resulting in minimal disruption to teaching and learning. Despite the price not being the cheapest, but it is a perfect cost to buy 6 Cobots to cater to 12 students in a lab room, as it will allow the students to form a group of 2 with one Cobot a group.
Direct purchasing from the manufacturer enables additional services and maintenance the other options lacked through wholesale purchasing. Furthermore, the Omron TM12S offers a more extensive package with the product. And as most of the devices in the lab at Granville TAFE are Omron, the product as a higher chance for a possible integration between the devices.
Additional ServicesAll supplied components from the chosen supplier shall have their invoices and technical documents retained for training, servicing and support reasoning.
Training courses for the Cobots and their respective software components shall be left to Granville TAFEs Electrical Engineering department at project completion. Any further required information not contained within the available documentation shall be referred to the suppliers.
MaintenanceThe electrical company contracted to install all components detailed in the project scope shall be required to perform repairs on all faults not relating to the Cobots hardware and software internal components and operations. This includes but is not limited to faulty connections, loose connections, enclosure damage, re-wiring and removal of installed components.
Supplier and Manufacturers DetailsAll contact below or otherwise relating to the project shall be retained for Granville TAFEs records.
Omron
Australia Head Office
Unit 6, 108 Silverwater Road
Silverwater
NSW,2128
Australia
Phone: 1300 766 766
Australis Engineering Techman RobotAustralia Office
25 Harley Cres
Condell Park
NSW, 2200
Australia
Phone: 029707 5888
Email: sales@australiseng.com.auRobotic AutomationAustralia Head Office
Unit 14, 4 Avenue of the Americas
Newington
NSW, 2127
Australia
Phone: 1300 552 333
Email: webenquiry@ragroup.com.auRS
American Office
7151 Jack Newell Blvd. S.
Fort Worth, Texas
76118
USA
Phone: +1 (866) 433-5722
Unchained RoboticsGermany OfficeAn der alten Synagoge,6
33098 Paderborn,
Germany
Phone: +49 5251 5088660
Email: sales.unchainedrobotics.de
Appendix AManufacturers Description Catalogue Location
Omron TM12S https://www.ia.omron.com/products/family/3911/download/catalog.htmlhttps://us.rs-online.com/product/omron-automation/bundle-cobot-tm12/71547520/Australis Engineering Techman TM12 Cobot https://australiseng.com.au/product/tm12-cobot/https://www.cobotwebshop.com/en/product/tm-12/Robotic Automation MOTOMAN HC Series HC20DTP https://www.roboticautomation.com.au/robot/hc20dtp/https://www.yaskawa.eu.com/products/robots/collaborative/productdetail/product/hc20dtp_17026https://unchainedrobotics.de/en/contact?region=Germany
