Human-Robot Collaboration for Assembly/Disassembly

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

15 minutes

Workload:

0.3 hours

Proficiency:

Intermediate

Target:

Professionals, Students, Workers

SUMMARY

Welcome to Human-Robot Collaboration for Assembly/Disassembly! This lesson will explain how integrating COBOTs (collaborative robots) can assist with industrial processes. Furthermore, this lesson explains how human-robot collaboration is not only possible but can also lead to safer and efficient work together.

About The Author

FEUP, the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto, is part of the University of Porto (UPORTO). UPORTO’s origins date back to the 18th century and it is now one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Europe. FEUP is UPORTO’s largest faculty, with around 9035 students, 932 teachers and researchers in 9 departments. FEUP is at the heart of Porto’s Innovation District and is the driving force behind the success of the University of Porto’s Science and Technology Park, UPTEC, the winner of the 2013 European Region Stars Award for Smart Growth.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this lesson, learners are able to explain how COBOTs are integrated into industrial processes to enhance collaboration between humans and robots.
By the end of this lesson, learners are able to describe the safety measures that enable humans and COBOTs to work efficiently together in tasks like assembly and disassembly.
By the end of this lesson, learners are able to identify key industrial applications of COBOTs and discuss their impact on improving task efficiency and workplace safety.