ARAS solution is based on software and hardware elements:

1. A set of software functions (URCap plug-in) that allows the operator to do a fast and easy parametrization of the desired sanding or polishing process:

a. A path planning function (ARQ-PATH-PLAN): this function allows the operator to easily define the area of sanding and compute different paths to cover the whole area while sanding. The operator just provides a few points (e.g. 4 corners for a quadrilateral area) of the desired working area and a user-friendly path planning algorithm allows a fast drafting of the desired track sanding orientation, path shape, series of different tracks, coverage, etc. There is no need for teaching the robot the curvature of the treated surface.

b. A sanding function (ARQ-SAND); this function allows the user to define the most important sanding parameters to control the performance of the sanding process, such as applied force, velocity and trajectory.
During the execution phase, ARAS automatically generates the path following user indications and controls the robot’s movements on the surface under processing to adapt dynamically. The actual force applied at each point to the workpiece is available to the operator for later quality analysis.

2. All hardware components are compatible with your URe cobot family for sanding or polishing.