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Epson Robots announced the new high-performance Force Guide integrated force guidance solution, which takes robot automation to the next level with amazing precision and outstanding rigidity. Epson Force Guide is a tightly integrated force control system that allows Epson Robots to sense and make precision moves using force feedback data.
Powered by proprietary Epson Quartz Technology, it enables Epson robots to detect six axes of force with precision down to 0.1 N. Driven by real-time servo system integration, Force Guide delivers fast, tactile feedback to guide robots for high-precision parts placement.
Designed for easy configuration and set up, the Epson Force Guide integrated solution features a point-and-click interface with preconfigured solutions and built-in objects, reducing the development time for applications that require high precision. It is suitable for tasks such as part insertion, screw driving and grinding/polishing.
“Force Guide is a revolutionary force control system that is opening up possibilities for robot automation in areas that were not possible before,” said Gregg Brunnick, director of product management for Epson Robots. “It enables robots to tackle applications with high precision or high performance motion guidance requirements making it a great fit for a wide range of high precision applications.”
Key features:
- Powerful performance ― integrated force control system driven by proprietary Quartz Technology from Epson
- Ultra precise ― detects force and adjusts motion with amazing precision ― down to 0.1 N
- Superior rigidity ― durable sensor built to withstand excessive force
- Fast robot/force guidance response ― internal sensor with real-time servo system integration
- Point-and-click setup ― easy-to-use interface with graphical wizards, charts and more
- Fast, easy implementation ― helps reduce the amount of coding with decision-based flowcharts and intelligent objects
- Real-time monitoring and data logging of force feedback ― for quality control
- Multi-axis force/torque sensor ― includes three linear and three rotational measurement axes
- Easy set up and configuration ― fully integrated into the Epson RC+ development environment
- Simplify common force guidance applications ― perfect for tasks such as screw driving, part insertion, grinding/polishing and more
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