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Course Outline
Introduction to Industrial Robotics and Automation
- An overview of the industrial robotics ecosystem
- Communication standards: OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet
- The distinct roles of ROS and PLCs within automation environments
ROS-PLC Communication and Integration
- Exploring ROS topics, services, and messages
- Foundations of PLC programming for ROS connectivity
- Leveraging OPC UA and MQTT to achieve interoperability
Setting Up the Integration Environment
- Installation and configuration of ROS 2 and Codesys
- Network configuration linking robots and PLCs
- Establishing communication bridges between different systems
Control and Coordination of Industrial Robots
- Implementing ROS-based motion control for robotic arms
- Mapping PLC signals to ensure task synchronization
- Achieving coordinated operation between robots and machine processes
Digital Twins and Virtual Commissioning
- The concept and architecture of digital twins in automation
- Simulating production lines using Gazebo or Unity Reflect
- Establishing real-time feedback loops between physical and digital environments
Data Acquisition, Monitoring, and Optimization
- Gathering telemetry data from PLCs and sensors
- Analyzing performance data with the aid of Python or ROS tools
- Enhancing robotic workflows through predictive analytics
Advanced Topics in ROS-Industrial
- An introduction to ROS-Industrial interfaces and libraries
- Incorporating machine vision and AI-driven quality inspection
- Addressing security and maintenance concerns in ROS-PLC systems
Hands-on Project: ROS-PLC Integrated Digital Twin
- Designing a virtual model of a robotic cell
- Linking the simulation with PLC control logic
- Conducting real-time testing for synchronization and optimization
Requirements
- Proficiency in industrial automation and PLC systems
- Background in Python or ladder logic programming
- Fundamental knowledge of robotics and control communication protocols
Target Audience
- Automation engineers involved in the development or maintenance of robotic systems
- Systems integrators responsible for ROS-PLC communication implementation
- Professionals engaged in digital twin or industrial simulation environments
28 Hours
Testimonials (3)
Supply of the materials (virtual machine) to get straight into the excersises, and the explanation of the Ros2 core. Why things work a certain way.
Arjan Bakema
Course - Autonomous Navigation & SLAM with ROS 2
PLC basic knowledge
Bartosz - Phillips-Medisize Poland
Course - Introduction to OMRON PLC programming
its knowledge and utilization of AI for Robotics in the Future.