Sensor Basics
A device that detects the presence of an object without requiring physical contact.
proximity sensor
A sensor designed to detect physical contact or pressure.
tactile
A mechanical device designed to grasp and hold objects.
gripper
An electronic device which is used to store extremely large amounts of electrical charge
supercapacitor
A highly specialized motor designed for precise control of rotary or linear motion
servo motor
What does AGV stand for?
automated guided vehicle
A sensing technology that uses laser pulses to generate high-resolution 3D maps.
LiDAR, Light Detection and Ranging
Name 3 main categories of end effectors.
gripper, process tool, sensor
A nonmechanical device that converts sunlight directly into electricity.
photovoltaic cell
The amount of energy stored per unit of mass or volume.
energy density
Name 5 aspects of environment a sensor can detect.
light, pressure, direction, resistance, physical orientation...
A sensor that measures angular velocity or rate of rotation.
gyroscope
An end effector that uses suction to lift and move objects.
vacuum
A continuous electrical power source supplied through a wired connection.
AC power supply (mains)
A flexible gripping device designed to handle fragile or irregular objects.
soft gripper
A sensor that determines distance by emitting and receiving sound waves.
ultrasonic
An electronic device that is designed to monitor, detect, record and regulate linear and rotational forces exerted upon it.
force-torque sensor
The part of the robot that the end-of-arm tool connects to.
faceplate
A device that generates electricity through a chemical reaction between fuel and oxygen.
fuel cell
Name 5 operations an end effector can perform.
cutting, drilling, welding, painting, 3D printing, spot-welding, assembly, machine tending...
A device that converts mechanical motion into an electrical signal to determine position, velocity, and direction.
encoder
A method that integrates data from multiple sensors to improve accuracy and reliability.
sensor fusion
The maximum effort or clamping force applied by the end-effector's "fingers" (jaws) to securely hold a part without slipping.
grip force
A mechanical energy storage system that uses rotational motion.
flywheel
A phenomenon where particulate matter within a membrane can transition from a fluid-like to a solid-like state.
granular jamming