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Seam tracking control of robotic arc welding systems

Conference ·
OSTI ID:443002
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  1. Univ. of Waterloo, Ontario (Canada)

On-line path correction for arc welding robots is described in the context of robot programming and sensor integration. Controller interface requirements are discussed in terms of the level of end-point control achievable using an external smart sensor interface. The self teaching ability that dynamic seam tracking creates for both robot and robot-positioner combinations is described. The resulting modular system provides a plug-in seam tracking capability to a variety of robot platforms.

OSTI ID:
443002
Report Number(s):
CONF-950682--; ISBN 0-87170-567-2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English