Mini robotic cell (Scara of Mecademic)

Overview

This is a new version of the Mini Robotic Cell described below. This version utilizes a Scara robot from Mecademic and a new MCS500 controller. I designed the mechanical parts and programmed the entire system's operation. Parts are recirculated using a blowing system, enabling continuous demonstration. The entire system is controlled via EtherCAT fieldbus.

Technical Highlights

Mechanical Design

• Custom parts designed in Solidworks
• Optimized for Scara robot integration
• Innovative blowing system for part recirculation

Control System

• Beckhoff PLC with TwinCAT programming
• EtherCAT fieldbus communication
• Integration with MCS500 controller
• EYE+ vision system integration

Features

• Continuous operation capability
• Automated part recirculation
• Precise positioning with Scara robot
• Complete system automation

Technologies Used

• CAD: Solidworks for mechanical design
• Electrical: Qelectrotech for electrical schematics
• PLC: Beckhoff with TwinCAT 3
• Communication: EtherCAT fieldbus
• Robot: Mecademic Scara
• Controller: MCS500
• Vision: EYE+ system