Procedure and control means for controlling a robot
US9387593B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S901/09
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling a robot that has a plurality of articulation axes, with at least one axis that includes a drive mechanism for moving the axis and a holding brake for limiting movement of the axis. The method includes closing the holding brake and at least one of opening the holding brake after the closing step based on an axial load, or opening the holding brake for a specified duration. In addition, or alternatively, closing of the holding brake may be delayed for a period of time. The holding brake may be closed in response to the detection of a monitoring-related condition of the robot.
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