motoman MH50 with DX100 controller

asked 2019-02-20 03:44:14 -0500

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Hello,

I have a Motoman MH50 robot with DX100 robot controller. I want to use it for pick and place application using Moveit!. In tutorial it is suggested that to order some part number to work with DX100 CONTROLLER:

What is use of this part number?

The MotoROS application and source is available for public download. However, ordering this part number will ensure your controller is updated with correct system software, the MotoROS driver is installed, and all internal parameters are properly configured.

Or is it optional according to above line?

Is it sufficient if I only load MotoROS binary in controller?

Thanks.

answered 2019-02-20 04:26:17 -0500

gvdhoorn
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In tutorial it is suggested that to order some part number to work with DX100 CONTROLLER: [..] What is use of this part number?

It's not actually suggested, it's a requirement.

From motoman_driver: Requirements:

However, for DX100 controllers, a specific software option must be explicitly ordered from Motoman in order to enable ROS-Industrial integration (see the MotoPlus Runtime License section below).

The MotoPlus Runtime License section then shows this:

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