Title :
Applying a component-based software architecture to robotic workcell applications
Author :
Beck, James E. ; Reagin, J. Michael ; Sweeny, Thomas E. ; Anderson, Ronald L. ; Garner, Timothy D.
Author_Institution :
Delphi Automotive Syst. Corp., Kokomo, IN, USA
fDate :
6/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Presents the results of applying a component-based control software architecture to robotic workcell applications. Robotic workcells are introduced, the underlying technology is discussed, and an overview of the software architecture is presented. Next, the results and experiences of applying the architecture to seven industrial applications are described in detail. As the results indicate, software reuse levels in excess of 90% are achieved. The paper concludes with a summary and discussion of future work
Keywords :
flexible manufacturing systems; industrial robots; software architecture; software reusability; component-based software architecture; robotic workcell; software reuse; underlying technology; Application software; Automotive engineering; Computer architecture; Costs; Electrical equipment industry; Flexible manufacturing systems; Robotic assembly; Service robots; Software architecture; Virtual manufacturing;
Journal_Title :
Robotics and Automation, IEEE Transactions on
