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Tool Information Panel in the Tool Center Point (TCP)

What You See​

The tool information dialog displays fields for Type, Name, and Manufacturer. The example shows Type set to Fiber Placement, Name as Addcomposites Oy, and Manufacturer as AFP-XS (Rev D).

Tool Information panel showing Type: Fiber Placement, Name: Addcomposites Oy, Manufacturer: AFP-XS (Rev D)

Tool Information configuration panel for defining tool specifications

What It Means​

This panel is an extension of the TCP settings, providing additional detail for defining or editing a robot's tool.

Type​

This dropdown menu allows you to select the type of tool you are configuring. "Fiber Placement" indicates that this particular tool is used for laying down fibers.

Name​

The input field here allows you to give the tool a unique identifier. "Addcomposites Oy" seems to be a custom name, possibly indicating a specific orientation or position like '0 degrees on the y-axis' or a model name from the manufacturer.

Manufacturer​

The "AFP-XS (Rev D)" entry specifies the make and model of the tool, providing essential information for referencing technical documentation or support for that specific tool.

Common Tool Types​

  • Fiber Placement
  • Tape Laying
  • Inspection
  • Cutting
  • Custom Tool