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The steps are repeated until the required motion profile is recorded.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also complete the program with commands via digital inputs and outputs or program flow commands. The integrated program editor enables you to fine tune the movement program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The range of motion of the robot is restricted by the settings of the \u2019virtual box\u2019. This functionality helps to avoid mechanical damage and, depending on the application, simplifies programming. If a program violates the virtual box, it is stopped with an error message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To watch robot in operation, click <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.igus.co.uk\/robolinkcontrolVOTW\" target=\"_blank\">HERE<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At a time when all the pubs are shut, pouring that perfect pint can prove impossible. igus has solved this problem by providing an easy to use tool for programming its robolink DP robotic arm to ensure it is spot-on every time. 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