XR4industry has developed a new software product for machine builders, concept engineers, and system integrators in industrial automation and robotics. This product enables companies to rapidly and intuitively work out 3D concepts using standard or custom components. Users can choose from various dynamic elements like robots, conveyors, and sensors, and can also incorporate custom GLTF and URDF files to create the desired concept setup. The same software can be utilized by sales teams for presentations, engineers for final design validation, and PLC programmers to validate their programs. Additionally, a significant portion of the commissioning process for the new machine or robot setup can be done virtually within the software. This integrated approach facilitates a seamless transition from design validation to the programming and commissioning stages.
Users can choose the components they want in their configurable environment. These can be either standard components or customer-specific components, as long as there is a 3D model available. Examples include a delta robot, a single-arm robot, a SCARA robot, a conveyor belt, a vision system, infeeds, sorting bins, cobots, and various sensors. All these components can be utilized to quickly develop and test an automation solution. In addition to these standard dynamic components, users can also import their own URDF and GLTF files.
Once the configuration is done, movements of the components can be specified. This can range from simple movements from point A to B to a complete control program based on sensor input. This simulation can be used in discussions with clients as a visual aid to clearly convey concepts. Moreover, it can be employed to provide estimates of throughput and identify potential bottlenecks in the system.
After the sales and concept engineering phases are completed, the same environment can be utilized by the engineering department to mechanically and dynamically validate and improve the design. Once the engineering team approves the design, the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programmer can also leverage the same environment. The programmer can link the PLC to the Configurable Twin and test and commission the behavior of the setup. This integrated approach facilitates a seamless transition from design validation to the programming and commissioning stages.