Robot-Programming-and-Digital-Fabrication-Kerf-Bending-Design

Use 2D planar plywood plate to approximate the double curve surface by using the design of kerfing. The layout and the size of kerfing directly affect the bending effect and the final geometry. The parametric algorithms have been developed to conduct the approximation process. The fabrication factors like robot arm type, cost, and fabrication time are also considered during the design process.

Software Tool:

• KUKA SimPro
• Rhino 3D
• Grasshopper 3D
• Python
• C#

Hardware:

• KUKA KR125
• Spindle 6KW

Reference:

Design Geometry

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Kuka Robot Programming - Milling Path Planning & Simulation

NC Code:

Step 1: Joint

Step 2: Kerfing

Step 3: Contour

Fundamental Element: Panel

Step 4: Assembly