Fabio Florian
Fabio Florian
Sep 25, 2023
Period
- 2021
Testimonial
The R&D project was about building an Automated Paint System using an UR3 robot and a special spray gun.
PROS
Easy to set up and create simple programs
Lightweight
High Quality Materials
CONS
Expensive both cobot itself and tools
Programming skills necessary for creating necessary paths and more complex programs
Very limited Reach
Verified user
Jul 17, 2023
Period
- 2022
Testimonial
We use this robot in an experiment with end-users trying a block-based language for mobile robots. UR5 was mounted on top of a MiR 250 mobile robot, and it was used by the participants to solve a pick-and-place task using our block-based language. In general, I must say that this is a very solid robot. Universal Robots, in my personal opinion, is one of (if not the) best companies in terms of software development support. Using their API we were able to implement the language as we wanted. The robot itself is also very easy to manipulate using lead-through mode; the participants in our experiment had no issues manipulating it. In terms of operating system and configuration, Universal Robots is also really good, no issues at all.
Stefano Maugeri
Intecs
May 22, 2023
Period
- 2022
Title
I used it for academic purposes, to test different types of non-linear controls and their performances.
The first approach was carried out in Matlab simulation with Peter Cork's robotics toolbox, which I recommend for its simplicity.
The porting of the various control techniques from the simulation to the real robot has been made simple thanks to the user manual.
On the internet it is also possible to find a lot of support regarding the more classic problems
Pro
The arm is powerful (as per the datasheet) and very accurate.
The structure, in addition to being pleasant, is robust.
The ability to test trajectories a priori in a simulated environment has made testing on the real robot much safer.
The robot comes with polyscope, a very simple GUI for programming the robot. From this interface it is possible to connect the robot with the modbus, and therefore with any other microcontroller you want.
Con
Polyscope is very simple to use, but it is built with JAVA FX, and the result is a slightly retro GUI.
For the cost of the robot, I would have hoped for a more attractive GUI.
Obviously, this does not affect the functioning of the robot.
I would have liked more support from the vendor towards other external tools, like matlab or ROS.
Christian Normand
Schneider Electric
May 8, 2023
Period
- 2021
Title
UR5e cobot for Automated Packaging
We used the Universal Robots UR5e cobot for an automated packaging application. The goal was to improve product quality and productivity by automating the packaging process, and the UR5e proved to be the perfect solution.
Pro
The UR5e's intuitive programming made it easy to create the required pick-and-place algorithm for our packaging application. We used a vacuum gripper to pick up the products and place them into boxes on a conveyor belt. The robot provided high precision movements and strong safety features, ensuring safe operation even in close proximity to human operators.
Con
One limitation we encountered was the UR5e's body size, which restricted the size of the products we could handle. We also had to be careful in choosing the right gripper for the job, as some products required a more specialized gripper that was not compatible with the robot.
Mohammed Mansoor
Alfanar Electrical division
Feb 19, 2023
Period
- 2020
Title
We Used in Cotton Erection, Distribution Box Assembly (Nut Insertion Assembly)
Pro
Easy to Handle , Manpower Saved ,Safety , Consistency
Con
Cost little bit High , Speed not that much as compared to other robots.
Verified user
Feb 9, 2023
Period
- 2019
Title
Robotic manipulator used for research purposes.
Pro
This robot is solid and easy to use. Teach pendant is user-friendly but enables a large variety of operations. This model is largely used in academia, and therefore you may find online support for its use.
Con
nothing in particular.
Jabar Ali Sithick
ALFANAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 31, 2023
Period
- 2020
Title
Breakers components assembly , screwing , carton errector
Pro
Consistency , easy to use , productiveness, safety
Con
Price & Reachability
Sugaibudeen Liakath ali
ALFANAR
Jan 27, 2023
Period
- 2019
Title
For the distribution panel enclosure project, we automated the assembly process. We employed three UR5 robots in this line to screw, insert nuts, handle wires, and perform other tasks at various stations. Very good experience, extremely user-friendly. perfect efficiency
Pro
Simple logic.
More effective.
Easy handling
Con
Not rigid
Aluminum body
Some area flimsy
Ahmed Babker
Atmata
Jan 27, 2023
Period
- 2018
Title
Working as a Cartoon reactor
Pro
Easy to use and program
Con
Price and limitation
Jaiprakash Mani
Jan 27, 2023
Period
- 2018
Title
Automatically riveting
Pro
Easy to program
Con
Easy teaching
Verified user
Jan 26, 2023
Period
- 2019
Title
Pick & place by UR 10e robot.
Pro
1.Easy to use & operate
2.Cost-effective, safe, and flexible to deploy.
3.Reduce manpower utilization
4.Easy programming & integration with end effector
Con
1. The cobot is expensive
SREELAL SREEVALSAN
Alfanar
Jan 25, 2023
Period
- 2018
Title
CNC machine tending by UR 10e robot.
Pro
1. Easy to handle
2.manpower saved
3.cycle time reduced
4.accurate positioning
Con
Cost little bit high .
Speed not that much as compared to other robots.
SREELAL SREEVALSAN
Alfanar
Jan 25, 2023
Period
- 2019
Title
Bottle case packing using UR 10 robot with schmalz suction cups.
Pro
Collaborative robots can be used in conjunction with the operator to optimise the relationship between manpower and automation. For example, cobots are great for repetitive tasks, while the operator can be involved in the value addition for supplementary tasks which require human management in the production process.
Con
Regarding the speed, lower as compared to other robots.
Verified user
Jan 10, 2023
Period
- 2021
Title
Use the robot for research purposes
Equip the robot with a gripper and camera
Control the robot using python urlib and ROS (MoveIt)
Control the robot using touch panel
Pro
Relatively reasonable price
Payload up to 12.5
Easy to use
Silent and smooth motion
Con
Nothing
Paolo Bonifati
University of Pisa
Jan 9, 2023
Period
- 2020
Title
Pick and place tasks, dual-robot manipulation, human-robot interaction, motion planning for collaborative tasks
Pro
The robot is easy to use and offers the ability to implement motion planning algorithms and control through ROS. This manipulator is compatible with different grippers (in our case, theqbrobotics qb Soft Hand). Given the thoughtful design of the user interface, even those with no prior robot knowledge can operate the device. Nevertheless, the cost is affordable and the documentation is complete.
Con
To my knowledge, the only limitation is given by the reduced payload of the manipulator.
Stefano Nucci
IDEA Soc. Coop
Nov 11, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Pick and place from plastic material molding
Pro
Very monotonous work, eliminated operator who carries out more profitable jobs, increase in quality and quantity
Con
I don't mind anything
Moses Abraham
ANSCER Robotics Pvt. Ltd.
Nov 9, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Integrating with our AMR platform
Pro
Integration with our user interface was quite easy.
Con
For a first time user, it is not much easy to handle.
Akasha Amaar
National University of Sciences and Technology, NUST
Nov 3, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
I was enrolled in the professional training of UR5 arranged by my University's Robotics Lab. Here, the robot has to pick a small block, with the lab's logo on it, from a platform. Then it will show this to the audience. In the end, it will place this on another platform. The main aim was to include all 6 Degrees of freedom in this complete motion.
Pro
First of all, the look of this co-bot is attractive. It feels good to use. Apart from that, the online training available for this co-bot is excellent. Firstly, I learned from there on how to use this robot and how to program it. Then I used this robot practically and I am extremely satisfied with the online training. Also, this co-bot is easy to use and the controller interface is user friendly.
Con
I think when working with the coordinates, it is a bit difficult to understand. There is no vision camera for the robot to automatically detect the shape of the object and automatically adjusts its rotation or the rotation of gripper.
Alessandro Palleschi
University of Pisa
Oct 30, 2022
Period
- 2022
Title
Great collaborative robot for research. We used this cobot in our lab to test pick-and-place algorithms and for collaborative motion planning.
Pro
Cobot with a great payload and a user-friendly interface. It is fast and easy to create simple programs directly from the teach pendant to test simple algorithms. Universal Robots also provides a ROS wrapper, so it is also possible to program the robot using your own motion planner. The robot is also compatible with many common grippers and tools.