Table of Contents

Cover image

Title page

Copyright

Acknowledgements

Dedication

About the Author

List of Figures

List of Tables

Chapter 1: Introduction

Abstract

1.1 Scope

1.2 Introduction to Automation

1.3 Evolution of Robots

1.4 Development of Robot Applications

1.5 Robots Versus Employment

Chapter 2: Industrial Robots

Abstract

2.1 Robot Structures

2.2 Robot Performance

2.3 Robot Selection

2.4 Benefits of Robots

Chapter 3: Automation System Components

Abstract

3.1 Handling Equipment

3.2 Vision Systems

3.3 Process Equipment

3.4 Grippers and Tool Changers

3.5 Tooling and Fixturing

3.6 Assembly Automation Components

3.7 System Controls

3.8 Safety and Guarding

3.9 Summary

Chapter 4: Typical Applications

Abstract

4.1 Welding

4.2 Dispensing

4.3 Processing

4.4 Handling and Machine Tending

4.5 Assembly

Chapter 5: Developing a Solution

Abstract

5.1 Determining Application Parameters

5.2 Initial Concept Design

5.3 Controls and Safety

5.4 Testing and Simulation

5.5 Refining the Concept

Chapter 6: Specification Preparation

Abstract

6.1 Functional Elements of a Specification

6.2 Scope of Supply

6.3 Buy-Off Criteria

6.4 Covering Letter

6.5 Summary

Chapter 7: Financial Justification

Abstract

7.1 Benefits of Robots

7.2 Quick Financial Analysis

7.3 Identifying Cost Savings

7.4 Developing the Justification

7.5 Need for Appropriate Budgets

Chapter 8: Successful Implementation

Abstract

8.1 Project Planning

8.2 Vendor Selection

8.3 System Build and Buy-Off

8.4 Installation and Commissioning

8.5 Operation and Maintenance

8.6 Staff and Vendor Involvement

8.7 Avoiding Problems

8.8 Summary

Chapter 9: Conclusion

Abstract

9.1 Automation Strategy

9.2 The Way Forward

References

Abbreviations

Bibliography

Appendix

User Requirements

A.1 Overview

A.2 Requirements

A.3 Scope of Supply

A.4 General

Index

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