Machine Tending
Overview
In machine-tending applications, 3D cameras provide robots with accurate 3D perception. At structured workstations, they locate the 3D coordinates and pose of workpieces to guide fast, accurate pick-and-place operations.
In randomly filled bins, point-cloud data identifies stacked-workpiece geometry and position, helping robots avoid occlusion, select grasp points, and carry out flexible automated loading and unloading.
Key Challenges
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Diverse materials, including reflective and dark light-absorbing surfaces, challenge vision -
Randomly stacked parts in bins create severe occlusion and unpredictable poses -
Dust and changing ambient light affect recognition stability
Key Advantages
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Capture complete 3D workpiece information for accurate localisation and pose recognition
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Analyze randomly stacked parts to guide flexible robotic loading and unloading
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Robust operation in dusty workshops and changing ambient light
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