| Abstract: | In present day American industry the majority of robotic systems being implemented are servo robots. Non-Servo or Pick-N-Place robots have many qualities suitable for industry, however, are usually considered not flexible enough for industrial application. This research project was therefore created to design a Pick-N-Place robot which would be flexible enough for industrial application, and evaluate its performance in comparison with a servo robot of similar configuration. The mechanical structure was successfully designed, however the fabrication process was not completed because of budget complication. The control system developed utilized a GE Series Three Programmable Controller and an interface board composed of air valves and solenoids. A control program was written which effectively simulated the robot motion, however, the evaluation of the mechanical structure could not be completed because of the delay in the fabrication process. Steps have been addressed to assure the complete fabrication of the mechanical structure once sufficient funds are acquired. |
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