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Programming FANUC® Robots for Industry Applications is an introduction to programming FANUC® industrial robots using the handheld teach pendant. This user-friendly text/workbook describes the robot cell environment, robot components, basic operation, safety considerations, and programming concepts. Step-by-step procedures walk the learner through setting up, developing, and modifying programs. Lab exercises provide step-by-step instructions for guided practice of selected procedures for assembly, pick-and-place, and other industrial processes. The nal chapter addresses the use of ROBOGUIDE® software. Learners will be able to establish robot frames; determine the parameters for movements, commands, and instructions; interact with other cell equipment; and implement features for ef cient and complex programs. CONTENTS • Industrial Robots • Robot Cell Components • Robot Safety Standards Robot Jogging • Powering Up Robots • Comparing Jogging Methods • Jogging Robots Robot Frames • Referencing Frames • Creating Tool Frames • Creating User Frames • Creating Jog Frames Starting Programs • Identifying File Types • Setting Up TP Programs • Creating Payload Schedules • Using Editing Commands • Programming Movement Lines Comparing Movement Types • Selecting Movement Settings • Programming Movement Types Instruction Lines • Selecting Frames • Using the Program Adjust Procedure • Directing Program Execution • Fine-Tuning Program Timing • Adding Program Notes Registers • Utilizing Registers • Utilizing Position Registers Offsetting Position Registers • Offset Programming • Resetting an Offset Position Register Inputs/Outputs and End Effectors • Utilizing Inputs/Outputs • Integrating End Effectors ROBOGUIDE® Software NEW • Creating a ROBOGUIDE Cell • Navigating ROBOGUIDE • Programming in ROBOGUIDE