Motion Analysis for Conveyor Systems in the Automation Industry

The Impact of Autonomous Systems towards the Industry

Autonomous systems have taken on an important role within the automation industry by controlling machinery and processes through various technologies such as robotics and computer software. The industry is continuously searching for new and innovative ways to meet customers’ needs and requirements. For instance, the increasing efforts of finding more cost-effective approaches to design an assembly line capable of being integrated into different real-world applications. This highlights the importance of ensuring the efficiency of entire assembly lines which must not be neglected.

The possible interference between each component in assembly lines has always been an important consideration during the designing process. The capability to check interference in early design stages would allow for better quality control of the resulting assembly line. Hence, the question to be asked here is how can engineers predict or even prevent unwanted risks that are caused by poor assembly line designs while maintaining the cost of the project simultaneously.

Optimization on Assembly Line Efficiency

In conventional design approaches, an assemble line is usually generated through 2D drawings. With the aid of technology, however, engineers can now build a 3D model of the assembly line while also visualize the model at early stages of design. From there, the data is utilized to perform motion simulation with certain adjustment of parameter to further optimize the efficiency of the entire assembly line.

Therefore, visualization technology provides a fast and accurate simulation approach that can not only speed up the entire design process but also provide engineers with a more efficient environment to modify their designs. This ensures the reliability of the assembly line before actual production.

Validation of Individual Compound

Once the overall assembly line is designed, engineers will need to select and specify the requirements of each component that is utilized within the design. The beauty of SOLIDWORKS is its capability to combine physics-based motions together with information that is gathered from the assembly. This enables engineers to estimate certain parameters such as peak motor torque, forcing imbalance, as well as interacting between various gears used through applying different kinds of power transmission or motion control. As a result, engineers will be able to validate and select suitable components that fit flawlessly in the system at a lower cost as opposed to modifying a faulty component post-production.

Wrapping Up

The optimization of assembly lines helps reduces significant amounts of spending on projects while improving efficiency. SolidWorks Motions achieves this by delivering an integrated and friendly solution that provides engineers an early view during the initial stages of design, eliminating the need for costly reworks while accelerating product time-to-market.

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