igus Joint Control for 1-, 2- and 3-axis kinematics

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The igus® Joint Control (iJC) is a compact robot control system that has been specially developed for the simple and intuitive programming of 1-, 2- and 3-axis kinematics.

It is the ideal solution for simple tasks and can be programmed quickly via a web server interface. Perfectly suited for applications such as vending machines or modular robotics projects without inverse kinematics.

To the igus Joint Control

Tech up

Compact and easy to program for simple applications

Cost down

Quick and easy integration and communication between the iJC and a PLC

Proof

Extensively tested in the Low Cost Automation test laboratory

Sustainability

Optimised processes enable more efficient use of resources

The latest updates at a glance

With the new PLC interface, it is easy to select and start programs on the iJC using a PLC, switch or button. The inputs of a digital IO module are used for this purpose. The status of the control system can also be displayed via LEDs that are connected to the unit.

The iJC is programmed via Wi-Fi, which is established by the control system. This means it can be connected to almost any smartphone, tablet or PC. Programming can then be carried out conveniently via the webpage. You can choose the name of the Wi-Fi yourself, which makes it very easy to find your control system in the network.

Programs can be started via the webpage, a button or the joystick. However, if you want a program to start again and again as soon as it has been terminated, this can become very tedious. It is therefore now possible to set the playback mode of the program: Either once or repeated cyclically for recurring movements. This reduces the effort considerably as programs no longer have to be restarted manually.

The newly integrated if-then-else program step opens up completely new areas of application. Different steps can be executed depending on the status of a digital input. Thanks to colour coding and clear indentation, the program always remains clear and easy to follow. Complex, expensive control systems are now a thing of the past.

After restarting the control system, some axes must first be referenced again. With the practical little joystick on the module, this can now be done in a flash and without the hassle of connecting to the Wi-Fi. A few clicks and your axes are ready to go again.

Our improvements also make teach-in programming even more intuitive by allowing the current position to be saved via a button when creating a program. The axes can be moved using a button and the point approached can be added to the movement program without having to switch between different pages. This makes it quick and easy to create or improve a program using a smartphone.