INTRODUCING
SCAN TO SPRAY
ROBOTICS
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Augmentus' scan to spray robotics is a solution suited for applications such as:
- sandblasting
- thermal spraying
- shot peening
- painting
- coating
and many more.
Existing Challenges in Spraying Automation
Manufacturers dealing with spraying processes, such as sandblasting, thermal spraying, shot peening, painting, and coating, often encounter several limitations and struggles with conventional robot programming:
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Complex Geometry
Spraying applications are frequently utilized on complex and irregular surfaces, making traditional robot programming a challenging and time-consuming task. Writing and refining the code to accommodate the diverse variations in surfaces and shapes demand specialized expertise and significant man-hours. Furthermore, conventional automation encounters difficulties in adapting to changes and faces precision issues, restricting its effectiveness in such scenarios.
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Difficulty in Handling Variability/Deviations
Manufacturing environments often have variations and deviations in part geometry, material properties, and surface conditions. Conventional programming may struggle to handle these variations effectively, leading to inconsistent results.
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High Mix Automation
Companies often look for ways to do High Mix or small run batches, and they require frequent and new configurations and programming. Whenever a change in the spraying process is required, robots need to be taken offline for reprogramming. This can impact production efficiency and increase overall lead times.
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5 days
Is the average downtime needed for robot programming
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>70%
Of lifetime cost of using robots is software and programming-related
Augmentus Advantage
Whether dealing with high-mix or complex surfaces, Augmentus' scan to spray robotics empowers you to seamlessly automate your manufacturing processes, drastically reducing production time from days to mere minutes.
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01 3D Scanning for Large & Complex Shapes
Our advanced 3D scanning technology accurately captures detailed surface geometries, ensuring precise and uniform spraying for intricate designs and oversized components.
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02 Automated Robot Spray Path Generation
The system automatically generates optimal spray paths using sophisticated algorithms, minimizing setup time and reducing human error for consistent, high-quality spray.
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03 Part-to-Part Deviation Compensation
Adjustment of robot movements based on detected deviations ensures uniform treatment and high-quality results, even with slight variations in part dimensions or positioning.
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04 Conveyor Tracking
Integration with conveyor systems allows the robot to synchronize its movements with moving parts, enhancing productivity and throughput in continuous production environments.
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05 Synchronous Motion with External Axes
Synchronized motion with external axes, such as rotating tables or linear tracks, expands the robot’s range and accessibility, enabling thorough spraying of complex geometries.
Fully Autonomous Workflow
Automate your spraying process using Augmentus' state-of-the-art robotic spraying solution:
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01 Scan
Scan work piece (up to 0.1mm accuracy) using Augmentus 3D scanners.
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02 Plan
Robot operator selects surfaces / edges that they would like the robot to work on, and key in process parameters. Robot motion can be fine-tuned by adjusting waypoints and parameters.
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03 Simulate
Robot motion is simulated with cycle time calculation, along with singularity, reachability and collision checks.
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04 Deploy
Robot motion is simulated, and robot script / code is generated specific to robot model, end-effector, sensor and peripherals. Script is transferred seamlessly to robot controller via FTP or USB.
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05 Robot Autonomously Adapt in Production
With the master program established, the system is equipped to handle subsequent parts with precision, even compensating for any deviations using the Augmentus Vision. The 3D scanner scans every new workpiece during the production and provides feedback to the robot. If any discrepancies are detected, the system adjusts the robot's motions. This ensures consistent quality, reduces the need for manual intervention, and accelerates the entire process.
Myriad of capabilities at your fingertips with Augmentus' scan to spray robotics, elevating your experience and maximizing productivity.
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Rapid 3D Scanning
Wth submillimeter accuracy.
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Advanced Algorithms
Automatically detect and correct for part-to-part deviations with submillimeter accuracy.
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Process Parameters
That is application-specific.
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Autonomous Calibration
Automatically detect and correct for part-to-part deviations with submillimeter accuracy.
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External Axes
Are supported (i.e. linear, rotary).
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PLCs and I/Os
All synchronized for enhanced controls and capabilities.
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Recipe Table
For quick tweaking of process parameters.
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Inspection and QA
For part measurements and defects.
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Error Check Tools
To check and correct programs for reachability, singularity and collision.
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Spray Visualization
To showcase robot path coverage.
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Inbuilt 3D tools
To ensure seamless usage of mesh.
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Offline Simulation
For accurate cycle-time and robot motion checks.
Augmentus Scan to Spray Robotics
The world’s most advanced, intelligent and adaptive robotic system.
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3D Vision & Computing Hardware
Augmentus vision system 3D scans parts with up to 0.1mm in precision to augment robots with intelligence and adaptability.
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AI-Powered Scan to Path Software
The leading robot offline simulation software that combines machine vision and AI to enable easy and rapid robot motion planning for even the most complex of parts and processes.
Applications
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