Automating solar cell production

摘要

The FlexiPicker-System Solar robotic system has been designed for loading, unloading and handling processes in automated solar cell manufacturing production lines. The FlexPicker 360 robot is mounted on the top crossbar and faces downward. A hinged flap with lock restricts access to the robot. There are mounting plates for cameras, imaging and evaluation systems or pneumatics. The base frame is a low-vibration, symmetrically designed steel structure with dimensions 1400cm × 1400cm × 220cm. The system has three levels of equipping. The lowest one offers enough room for the ABB IRC5 control unit without housing. This could include a panel mounted controller, image processors, PLC components or converters for activating the conveyer system.