Step 1: Choose your hardware
Choose a robot and end-effector from the list of supported hardware components (see supported hardware >>). Configure the mountings in the robot configurator and automatically test network connectivity.
Online programming with ArtiMinds RPS
Only one continuous software solution for all programming tasks
ArtiMinds RPS is a continuous software solution, usable in all phases of your robot-supported autoamtion project. Therefore you only need one single software instead of different programming and simulation tools. Switch seamlessly from offline to online mode and program and test directly on the real robot. Teach with the support of wizards and validate the movements of the industrial robot. The native robot source code is automatically generated by ArtiMinds RPS.
With ArtiMinds RPS you only need one software for online and offline programming. This applies not only to simple automation tasks, but also to sophisticated robot-supported processes up to integration into existing processes.
Online programmierung – Your benefits
Programming a robot can be very time-consuming and cost-intensive without the right supporting software. To cover all requirements when implementing a robot application, various tools and specialized programming expertise of the robot manufacturer software is necessary. Furthermore you have to take care of an exact coordination of the different departments and roles involved. ArtiMinds RPS offers a continuous approach to harmonize all phases, enabling you to seamlessly switch between online and offline programming using one single software.
Online programming means teaching on the real robot. The close connection of teaching, programming and testing allows you to evaluate various solution approaches directly on the real robot in the shortest possible time. In addition, you can teach key poses in order to play them back directly into ArtiMinds RPS. Especially when programming demanding applications these possibilities and features are a great benefit, as the complexity of the processes requires a lot of testing and review.
Also, the use of grippers, image processing systems or force-torque sensors is significantly simplified, which in turn allows you to stay flexible in your hardware setup. In addition, ArtiMinds RPS includes numerous protocols and drivers from all well-known manufacturers. Therefore the robot software eliminates the significant initial effort required to integrate these components.
The analysis software ArtiMinds LAR allows you to analyze robot data during operation. This allows to optimized production cycles in terms of accuracy, speed and stability, or to compare different program versions with each other.
Further below you will find a step-by-step guide including video material how to program robots online. More information about offline programming with ArtiMinds RPS can be found here.
You want to learn more? Contact us for a no-binding online demo and learn all about the features and benefits of ArtiMinds RPS in just thirty minutes. Let’s work together to realize the optimal robot automation solution for your application task.
Training courses for online and offline programming with ArtiMinds RPS
Our robot software is versatile, flexible, intuitive, cost-efficient and offers significant savings potential compared to conventional programming.
To enable you to quickly work independently with the software and to give you a detailed overview about the functions possible, a software training courses is always included in your license package. As part of a two-day event at our premises or, if required, in the form of an online training course, we will introduce you to our software and have a look at the application and processes you aim to solve with your robotic automation solution.
Online programming with ArtiMinds RPS – Comparison
ArtiMinds RPS is an award-winning robot programming software developed by ArtiMinds Robotics itself. With this, both special partial solutions and, above all, demanding robot automation projects can be realized in their entirety.
ArtiMinds also supports industrial robots of all well-known robot manufacturers, including peripherals whose drivers and protocols are already integrated in our software. The following table should give you a rough overview of the features of online programming with ArtiMinds RPS.
| Online Programming | Without ArtiMinds RPS/Using other tools | With ArtiMinds RPS |
| Specific tools for each phase | Yes, several/depending on the robot | No, one single software |
| Interface problems between tools | Frequently | No, because "only" one single software |
| Integration of hardware | Complex and time-consuming; special expertise is required | Easy integration since drivers and protocols are already implemented |
| Can be integrated into existing processes | Very complex and time consuming due to training needs & programming | Simple integration; ArtiMinds RPS generates native, reusable script code |
| Programming & teaching on the real robot | Time-consuming; special expertise is required | Teaching is supported by wizards, therefore the process is significantly simplified and less error-prone |
| Creation of robot code | Time-consuming and complex, special expertise and/or extra hardware is required | Very simple, as native robot code that runs on the manufacturer's standard controller is automatically created |
| Programming skills in respective robot language | Yes, mandatory | No, programming is done via drag & drop; robot code is generated automatically |
| ONLINE PROGRAMMING | WITHOUT ARTIMINDS RPS/ USING OTHER TOOLS | WITH ARTIMINDS RPS |
|---|---|---|
| Specific tools for each phase | Yes, several/depending on the robot | No, one single software |
| Integration of hardware | Complex and time-consuming; special expertise is required | Easy integration since drivers and protocols are already implemented |
| Interface problems between tools | Frequently | No, because “only” one single software |
| Can be integrated into existing processes | Very complex and time consuming due to training needs & programming | Simple integration; ArtiMinds RPS generates native, reusable script code |
| Programming & teaching on the real robot | Time-consuming; special expertise is required | Teaching is supported by wizards, therefore the process is significantly simplified and less error-prone |
| Creation of robot code | Time-consuming and complex, special expertise and/or extra hardware is required | Very simple, as native robot code that runs on the manufacturer’s standard controller is automatically created |
| Programming skills in respective robot language | Yes, mandatory | No, programming is done via drag & drop; robot code is generated automatically |
Step-by-Step: Online Programming
ArtiMinds RPS doesn’t require a CAD model of your robot cell or parts. Simply configure your robot in the robot configurator, add a few templates and start teaching with the real robot
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