KUKA.SafeOperation

With the KUKA.SafeOperation software, you reduce the space requirements of your system and make your production operations fast, safe and compact. It enables you to exploit the cell configuration options and the possibilities of human-robot collaboration more cost-effectively.

Functional principle of KUKA.SafeOperation

KUKA.SafeOperation combines the latest safety-relevant software and hardware components. You simultaneously define and monitor the workspaces and protected spaces.

In this way, you can dispense with mechanical monitoring of the workspaces. Moreover, you reduce the cycle times.

KUKA.SafeOperation supports safe and efficient cooperation by means of human-robot collaboration (HRC). Safe operational stop can be used in manual loading stations, for example, to reduce the distance to the operator.

With the KUKA.SafeOperation software, you can reduce your cycle times.

Monitoring spaces with KUKA.SafeOperation

The emphasis is on safety. The software package provides up to 16 monitoring spaces and a fixed cell area for safe reduction of the theoretical workspace – the definition of these monitoring spaces determines the response of the robot.

Each area can be defined individually. Choose between Cartesian and axis-specific definition. A further distinction is made between these types of space:

Workspace
Protected space
Alarm protected space (non-stopping)
Alarm workspace (non-stopping)
Cell area (non-switchable)

Use the safety-rated software functions:

Secure configuration by means of authorization via password or USB key
Monitoring of up to 16 configurable spaces and fixed cell area
Monitoring of axis velocities and accelerations
Monitoring of Cartesian velocities
Dynamic activation of monitoring functions via inputs
Safe signaling function for monitoring spaces via up to 16 outputs
Consideration of up to 16 robot tools
Safe operational stop of individual axes and axis groups
Automatic mastering and brake test

The functions are supported by the Ethernet safety interface (ProfiSafe, CIP Safety, FSoE). Additionally, KUKA offers the discrete safety interface X11/X13 Safe Operation for less extensive configurations.

The KUKA.SafeOperation software is used in a wide range of applications, such as dry ice blasting or adhesive bonding.

Software monitoring of the cell area

The cell area defines the position of the safety fence in the cell:

The cell area is configured as a convex polygon with three to ten corners.
A configured cell area is permanently and safely monitored.
The tool on the mounting flange of the robot is modeled using up to six user-defined spheres. If the robot moves, these spheres also move.
The spheres are monitored against the cell area and only move within this area.
If a sphere touches the limits of the cell area, the robot stops safely.