Use Case
From the Status Quo…
Currently, cable harnesses are predominantly installed manually in the industry. This is because there are countless variations of cable harnesses that differ greatly in structure and complexity. This requires diverse employee skills and involves a significant amount of planning effort.
…To the automated solution
We have developed a technology demonstrator that automates this process. Here, we have automated the production of a simple cable harness, combining cable processing and subsequent laying. Like human hands, the robotic arms take the cut-to-length cable, strip and crimp it using semi-automatic machines, and then plug it in. A final pull test ensures the cable is properly connected. This approach increases efficiency while simultaneously reducing errors.
The robot doesn't let go of the cable
The cable is being terminated
Force-controlled, sensitive cable insertion