PLC Motion Interface

This tech short demonstrates how to get started using the new software option "Software PLC" on the R-50iA robot controller using V10.10P/25 or latest software.  Additionally, two other options, "Operator Panel" and "Process Axis Control" are introduced as a part of the complete Software PLC suite.  These options require the CODESYS™ Development System V3.5 SP19 ~ SP21 and the latest "CODESYS Control for FANUC Robot" package.

Learn how to connect OPC UA clients to FANUC robot controllers and exchange different data types.

This video describes the Stream Motion option, which gives low-level control to external motion applications that require precise path profiles. The control architecture and program flow, as well as considerations for use, are discussed. 

Using ROS 2 to control a robot is becoming increasingly popular.  FANUC now supports an interface to ROS 2 that uses the Remote Motion Interface and HMI Device (Modbus) options.  Check this video out for more details about how this new option can support external motion control from the ROS 2 ecosystem. 

Explore how FANUC R-30iB Plus connects to industrial networks using EtherNet/IP™, PROFINET®, EtherCAT®, and more with integrated safety options.

In this tech short, users will learn the steps required to configure I/O modules with both Zero and Non-Zero Size Configuration values at Controlled Start.