Articulated modules offer up to six degrees of movement

When equipped with a direct drive situated within the joint, robolink modules can be combined to create lightweight and cost-effective articulated arms with anywhere from between one and six degrees of freedom. 

The pneumatic, hydraulic and all data cables are laid through the carbon fibre/plastic articulated arms to control the sensors and sensory components, resulting in a simple, lightweight design. Because the moving mass is reduced to a minimum, the self-lubricating tribopolymer joints can rotate and pivot freely, and are said to be virtually maintenance-free and corrosion-resistant.

 

A short video clip displaying some robolink applications can be accessed at: www.igus.co.uk/Robolink2014