Metrology products combine scanning sensor with collaborative robot technology

Perceptron has introduced the AUTOSCAN® COLLABORATE-GAGE™ and AUTOSCAN COLLABORATIVE-CMM™ metrology systems, combining the Helix smart sensor, VECTOR® analysis software, and collaborative robot technology.

The collaborative robot is designed to allow direct interaction with a production operator within a shared collaborative workspace where the robot and operator can perform tasks simultaneously during manufacturing operations. It negates the requirement for traditional robot safety fences.

Self-teach programming capability allows the robot to be programmed fast without the need for offline software tools. Each robot position is self-taught as the user manually drags the robot to the next required component scan position. All robot moves are written automatically to the part inspection program, allowing subsequent parts to be inspected automatically.