The KUKA.PLC mxAutomation function package from KUKA Roboter GmbH enables seamless integration between the KUKA robot and the SIMATIC controller, allowing users to control the KUKA robot using basic and motion commands through the KR C4 controller. This application example demonstrates how to effectively manage a KUKA industrial robot using the SIMATIC S7-1516, while also providing a comprehensive overview of the available function blocks within the package.
Industrial robots are becoming increasingly popular in modern manufacturing environments. These robots are now widely used in machines and factories due to their highly standardized mechanical systems, which offer advanced flexibility in motion control. Their reliability and precision make them an ideal choice for complex and high-cost machinery, enabling mass production without requiring expensive modifications to existing equipment.
However, factory control systems and robot controllers often operate as separate entities. Communication between these two systems is typically limited to a bit-level exchange, and the robot's motion control programs are permanently stored within the robot controller itself. As a result, the plant control system cannot directly access or modify these programs, making it difficult for robots to respond dynamically to unique or unexpected events. Moreover, the programming languages and interfaces for factory control systems and robots are often different, which means that separate teams are usually required to handle each system. This can lead to challenges in coordination and integration.
To address these challenges, this application example illustrates how the SIMATIC S7-1500 controller can be used to fully control a KUKA industrial robot. By leveraging the KUKA.PLC mxAutomation module library within the TIA Portal, engineers can access all the necessary function blocks to achieve precise and efficient robot control.
The communication between the SIMATIC S7-1500 controller and the KUKA industrial robot is established through a PROFINET connection. This ensures that all command and status information is exchanged seamlessly between the two systems.
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With the KUKA.PLC mxAutomation module library, the SIMATIC controller can fully manage the operation of the KUKA industrial robot. The KUKA robot consists of the KR C4 controller and the robotic mechanical system. The command decoder from the KUKA.PLC mxAutomation module is installed on the robot controller, where it receives instructions from the SIMATIC controller and executes them on the robot’s mechanical components, including motion execution and transformation.
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