The control system of an industrial robot is its core part, responsible for receiving information from sensors, processing this information, and sending control instructions to drive the robot's movement. The control system usually includes the following components:
- Controller: The controller is the brain of the industrial robot, responsible for processing signals from various sensors and generating corresponding control instructions. Common controller types include PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), DCS (Distributed Control System) and IPC (Intelligent Control System).
- Driver: The driver is the interface between the controller and the motor, responsible for converting the control instructions issued by the controller into the actual movement of the motor. Depending on the application requirements, the driver can be divided into stepper motor drivers, servo motor drivers, linear motor drivers, etc.
- Programming interface: The programming interface is a tool for users to interact with the robot system, usually including computer software, touch screen or dedicated operation panel. Through the programming interface, users can set the robot's motion parameters, monitor its operating status, and diagnose and handle faults.