Force control software aids high-speed precision robotic assembly

Yaskawa Motoman’s MotoFit™ is a 6-axis force-sensing package for high-speed precision assembly applications. It alters the robot’s position based on the force encountered to align or assemble parts.

This sensor can detect three translational forces and three axial moments. Three operations (touching, fitting, and inserting) are combined to provide automatic precision fits of mating surfaces of 10 to 100 µm.

The package includes a sensor, high-speed communication board, power supply box, robot mounting flange adapter, and Engineering Support Tool software.