Mechanism creation


    I'm working on creating a new lathe turning simulation using RoboDK, but I've hit a roadblock. The lathe CAD models I need aren't available in the RoboDK online library, and I don't have access to the CAD models elsewhere. I tried editing an existing machine in the library, but it seems that option isn't available.

    My setup involves two lathe machines with a robotic arm placed between them. The arm is responsible for taking the part, inserting it into one of the lathe machines for turning, and then placing the finished part into a tray.

    I also need to incorporate specific dimensional constraints into the lathe simulation.

    Could someone please provide guidance on how to achieve this? Thanks in advance.

    Hey,

    First question, do you need CAD model in your simulated environment? For collision detection or other reasons.
    If yes, you can't really go around it and you will need to get CAD model or create your own CAD model (it can be simplified CAD model).

    No matter you have CAD or not, you will need to make a mechanism to define how your lathe works. That is not that hard and you can read documentation how to do that:
    Create a Mechanism or a Robot - RoboDK Documentation

    I have found in practice that reducing models to the absolute minimal detail needed to be able to do the programming in DK is by far the best. In the case of a lathes which I boldly assume are a typical slant model design you're likely only need to need the diameter and face location of the chuck, the approx shape of the bed/ways. and a representation of the doors, or so id imagine.

    most of that can be whipped up in cad in an afternoon.

    But so far as real models go most of these companies have working floorplan models they will supply happily enough when contacted. maybe try an email to the manufacturer with the model and serial of what you have attatched.

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