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Off-line programming (robotics)
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<p>Off-line programming (OLP) is a <a href="/facts/Robotics_simulator/JMtUNjUm">robot programming</a> method where the <a href="/facts/Robot_software/QeEHnEtc">robot program</a> is created independent from the actual robot cell. The robot program is then uploaded to the real <a href="/facts/Industrial_robot/fzf73DVv">industrial robot</a> for execution. In off-line programming, the robot cell is represented through a graphical <a href="/facts/3D_model/6V3Ry9AJ">3D model</a> in a simulator. Nowadays OLP and <a href="/facts/Robotics_simulator/JMtUNjUm">robotics simulator</a> tools help robot integrators create the optimal program paths for the robot to perform a specific task. Robot movements, reachability analysis, collision and near-miss detection and cycle time reporting can be included when simulating the robot program. </p><p>OLP does not interfere with production as the program for the robot is created outside the production process on an external computer. This method contradicts to the traditional on-line programming of <a href="/facts/Industrial_robot/fzf73DVv">industrial robots</a> where the robot <a href="/facts/Teach_pendant/fzf73DVv">teach pendant</a> is used for programming the robot manually. </p><p>The time for the adoption of new programs can be cut from weeks to a single day, enabling the robotization of short-run production. </p>