Industrial Robotics Fundamentals: Theory and Applications

by Larry T. Ross, Stephen W. Fardo, Michael F. Walach

Overview

Industrial Robotics Fundamentals is an introduction to the principles of industrial robotics, related systems, and applications. The technical aspects of industrial robotics are covered in four units: Principles of Robotics; Power Supplies and Movement Systems; Sensing and End-of-Arm Tooling; and Control Systems and Maintenance. This 4th edition reflects new evolutions in the industrial robotics field, including coverage of Industry 4.0, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR). Special features address pioneers in the field, careers in the industry, and applications of technology, including robot lawnmowers and machine-to-machine communications.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781649259783
Publisher:	Goodheart-Willcox Publisher
Publication date:	08/30/2021
Edition description:	Fourth Edition, Revised, Textbook
Pages:	512
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 1.04(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

Table of Contents

Unit I Principles of Robotics

Chapter 1 Introduction to Robotics 2

1.1 Early Robots 4

1.2 The Evolution of Robots 6

1.3 Classifications of Industrial Robots 9

1.4 Types of Automation 12

1.5 The Role of Robots in the Workforce 12

Chapter 2 Fundamentals of Robotics 18

2.1 Parts of a Robot 20

2.2 Degrees of Freedom 26

2.3 Classifications of Robots 29

2.4 Configurations of Robots 37

Chapter 3 Safety 52

3.1 General Safety 54

3.2 Safety with Tools and Equipment 58

3.3 Robotic Safety Considerations 62

Chapter 4 Robot Programming 70

4.1 The Evolution of Programming 72

4.2 Motion Control 73

4.3 Programming Methods 78

4.4 Programming Languages 80

4.5 Types of Programming 82

4.6 Voice Recognition 86

Chapter 5 Industrial Applications 92

5.1 Integrating Robots into the Manufacturing Process 94

5.2 Selecting a Suitable Robot 96

5.3 Using Robots in Industry 99

Unit II Power Supplies and Movement Systems

Chapter 6 Electromechanical Systems 128

6.1 Automated Systems and Subsystems 130

6.2 Mechanical Systems 132

6.3 Electrical Systems for Sensing, Timing, and Control 133

6.4 Rotary Motion Systems 136

Chapter 7 Fluid Power Systems 176

7.1 Fluid Power System Models 178

7.2 Characteristics of Fluid Flow 181

7.3 Principles of Fluid Power 183

7.4 Fluid Power System Components 186

7.5 Hybrid Systems 203

Unit III Sensing and End-of-Arm Tooling

Chapter 8 Sensors 248

8.1 How Sensors Work 250

8.2 Types of Sensors 253

8.3 Sensor Applications 264

Chapter 9 End Effectors 284

9.1 End Effector Movement 286

9.2 Types of End Effectors 287

9.3 Changeable End Effectors 293

9.4 End Effector Design 294

Unit IV Control Systems and Maintenance

Chapter 10 Computer Systems and Digital Electronics 302

10.1 Computer Systems 304

10.2 Digital Number Systems 310

10.3 Binary Logic Circuits 316

10.4 Computer Programming 324

Chapter 11 Interfacing and Vision Systems 342

11.1 Interfacing 344

11.2 Machine Vision 349

Chapter 12 Maintaining Robotic Systems 354

12.1 Troubleshooting Robotic Systems 356

12.2 General Servicing Techniques 358

12.3 Preventive Maintenance 362

Chapter 13 Robots in Modern Manufacturing 374

13.1 Using Robots in Manufacturing 376

13.2 Evaluating Potential Uses for Robots 378

13.3 Preparing an implementation Plan 382

Chapter 14 Robotic Applications and Innovations 390

14.1 Fully Automated Factories 392

14.2 Robots Outside the Factory 393

14.3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Expert Systems 395

14.4 Impacts on Society 396

14.5 Evolution of Robotic Applications and Innovations 399

14.6 Your Future in Robotics 399

Chapter 15 Designing and Constructing a Robot 406

15.1 Robot Design 408

15.2 Materials Selection 408

15.3 Motion and Motion Control 411

15.4 Intelligence 417

15.5 Sensors 423

15.6 Troubleshooting 430

Math Skills Handbook 438

Glossary 464

Index 482