Identify types of robot geometry, manipulators, and end effectors.

Identification includes

  • spherical/polar
  • Cartesian
  • cylindrical
  • revolute/articulated.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Which robot geometries best operate in an automobile manufacturing environment? With spray painting?
  • What type of end effector would be best suited for palletizing?
  • Which robot geometry is suitable for computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining?