Yes, industrial handling robots can weigh in real-time during the handling process. This is usually achieved by integrating force/torque sensors at the grasping end or arm end of the robot. These sensors can monitor the weight changes of objects in real time and provide feedback to the robot control system. This weighing process not only occurs when the object is just grabbed, but the robot can also continuously detect the weight of the object during transportation.
When the robot grabs an object, the sensor senses the force generated by the weight of the object and converts it into a digital signal, which is fed back to the robot's control system. The control system can make judgments based on this weight data, such as ensuring that the robot will not overload due to handling overweight objects, or adjusting the gripping force to avoid object sliding or instability. More importantly, robots can monitor the weight changes of objects in real time, such as slight deviations or changes in the center of gravity during transportation, and sensors can also detect and provide feedback on these changes in a timely manner.
In addition, these sensors can not only provide static weight data, but also monitor any weight changes caused by acceleration, deceleration, or tilt during object handling. For example, when the robot starts or stops, sensors will measure the dynamic load generated by the inertia of the object, helping the robot make corresponding adjustments to avoid uneven force or damage to the object.
Through this real-time weighing function, robots can ensure the stability, accuracy, and safety of objects throughout the entire handling process. For some items that require precise handling, especially fragile or heavy items, the real-time weighing function is crucial. It enables robots to adapt more flexibly to objects of different weights and shapes, ensuring that objects do not deviate, tilt, or get damaged during transportation.