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Course Outline
Foundations of Industrial Robotics and Automation
- Overview of the industrial robotics ecosystem
- Key communication standards: OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet
- The distinct roles of ROS and PLCs in automation contexts
ROS-PLC Communication and Integration Strategies
- Deep dive into ROS topics, services, and message structures
- Essential PLC programming concepts for ROS connectivity
- Leveraging OPC UA and MQTT to ensure interoperability
Configuring the Integration Environment
- Installation and configuration of ROS 2 and Codesys
- Establishing network connectivity between robots and PLCs
- Constructing robust communication bridges between disparate systems
Controlling and Coordinating Industrial Robots
- Implementing ROS-based motion control for robotic arms
- Mapping PLC signals to ensure task synchronization
- Achieving coordinated operation between robots and machine processes
Digital Twins and Virtual Commissioning
- Understanding the concept and architecture of digital twins in automation
- Simulating production lines using Gazebo or Unity Reflect
- Enabling real-time feedback loops between physical and digital environments
Data Acquisition, Monitoring, and Process Optimization
- Gathering telemetry data from PLCs and various sensors
- Analyzing performance metrics using Python or ROS-native tools
- Optimizing robotic workflows through the application of predictive analytics
Advanced ROS-Industrial Topics
- Introduction to ROS-Industrial interfaces and associated libraries
- Incorporating machine vision and AI-driven quality inspection
- Addressing security protocols and maintenance in ROS-PLC systems
Capstone Project: Integrated ROS-PLC Digital Twin
- Designing a virtual model of a robotic cell
- Linking the simulation environment with PLC control logic
- Testing synchronization mechanisms and optimization strategies in real time
Requirements
- Proficiency with industrial automation standards and PLC systems
- Practical experience with Python or ladder logic programming
- Fundamental knowledge of robotics and control communication protocols
Target Audience
- Automation engineers responsible for developing or maintaining robotic systems
- Systems integrators specializing in ROS-PLC communication
- Professionals engaged in digital twin development or industrial simulation environments
28 Hours
Testimonials (3)
Supply of the materials (virtual machine) to get straight into the excersises, and the explanation of the Ros2 core. Why things work a certain way.
Arjan Bakema
Course - Autonomous Navigation & SLAM with ROS 2
PLC basic knowledge
Bartosz - Phillips-Medisize Poland
Course - Introduction to OMRON PLC programming
its knowledge and utilization of AI for Robotics in the Future.