Teaching Pendant Robot Selection via 3D Image Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulty in intuitively identifying the correct robot to control among multiple robots in a network environment, as existing methods rely on identification numbers displayed on a liquid crystal display without visual association.
Innovation Solution
The system sends image data of a 3D model or animation of the robot's motion to a teaching pendant, allowing users to visually recognize the connected robot through a touch panel display, enabling intuitive selection and operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If identification numbers are displayed on a liquid crystal display for robot selection, then the connection between teaching pendant and controller can be established, but users cannot intuitively identify the target robot among multiple robots
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a visual copy (image data) of the robot's appearance and transmits it to the teaching pendant's display device. This allows users to see a visual representation of the robot corresponding to each controller, enabling intuitive identification without relying solely on identification numbers. The image data serves as a visual copy that bridges the gap between the controller and the physical robot.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces image data as an intermediary element between the controller and the user. Instead of directly associating controllers with robots through abstract identification numbers, the system uses visual images as a mediator that provides intuitive visual association, making it easier for users to identify and select the correct target robot.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple controllers are connected in a network environment, then robot system functionality is enhanced, but users face difficulty in finding the correct controller for the target robot
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes visual differentiation through image data display, analogous to color changes, to distinguish between multiple controllers in a network environment. Each controller is associated with a specific robot's image, and the display shows these images with different visual characteristics, enabling users to easily identify and select the correct controller for the target robot among multiple networked controllers.
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes an information processing portion. The information processing portion is configured to send first information to an operating device if the operating device is connected to the information processing apparatus. The first information is information on a motion of a first robot that may be a target robot to be operated by the operating device.