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This setup is also known as a gantry robot or linear robot. |
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It normally consists of two sliders, which behave as a prismatic joint. |
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Because each slider covers a single X or Y axis, the control and dynamics of this system are rather simple. |
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A bigger challenge is the construction of the system, as the vertical slider has to stay vertical during operation. |
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Especially the length of this setup makes twisting of the vertical slider more likely. |
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The biggest challenge is in the construction of the system, especially when the size of the system is increased. |
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The larger system requires bigger length sliders, which are expensive. |
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Another difficulty is the actuation of both horizontal sliders, if these sliders do not operate synchronous, the vertical slider will rotate. |
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However, this is slider is not allowed to rotate, thus probably breaking the system. |
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\begin{figure} |
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\centering |
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\includegraphics[width=8.74cm]{graphics/plotter.pdf} |
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\caption{This Cartesian plotter consists of two horizontal sliders to provide the $x$-movement and one vertical slider to provide the $y$-movement.} |
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\label{fig:plotter} |
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\end{figure} |
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\subsubsection{Polar-coordinate robot} |
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This robot is a combination of a prismatic and a revolute joint. |
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\begin{figure} |
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\centering |
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\includegraphics[width=10.8cm]{graphics/combined.pdf} |
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\caption{Combined system that integrates the cable bot together with the SCARA. The SCARA in red is mounted on the carriage in blue. This carriage is then suspended by cables.} |
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\caption{Combined system that integrates the cable bot together with the SCARA. The SCARA in red is mounted on the carriage. This carriage is then suspended by cables.} |
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\label{fig:combined} |
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\end{figure} |
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In the combined system, the SCARA will only be large enough to write a small number of characters at the time. |
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