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TOP (Technical Onboarding Program)

What is the MotoSimEG-VRC Quick Start Workshop?

This two-day workshop provides a very quick introduction to the features and use of our MotoSim simulation environment.

NOTE: Attendees must have purchased MotoSim and have it loaded on a laptop they can bring to the workshop. Installation instructions are available here.

If you are interested in a video walkthrough of MotoSim, it is available here. There is also an Intro to MotoSim that may be helpful. There are a lot of great MotoSim whitepapers on our Knowledge Center page.

What does the workshop cover?

Below is an outline of the workshop content.

Windows Basics

  1. Windows Desktop & Start Menu
  2. Windows File Explorer
  3. Zip Files

MotoSim Intro

  1. MotoSim Core Uses
  2. Supported Controllers
  3. Computer Hardware Compatibility
  4. Install MotoSim
  5. MotoSim Hardware Key
  6. MotoSim Default Folders
  7. MotoSim Simulation File Structure
  8. Exercise 1: Create a Zip File from a Simulation

MotoSim Interface

  1. Standard Interface
  2. Split Interface
  3. Viewpoint Control Toolbar
  4. Recommended Mouse Control
  5. Toolbar Breakdown
  6. Option Settings
  7. CADtree
  8. Advanced CAD Layout
  9. Position Panel
  10. OLP (offline picking) Panel
  11. Handle Display
  12. Tool Data / User Frame
  13. Virtual Pendant
  14. Keyboard Shortcuts
  15. Simple Pendant
  16. JobPad
  17. Exercise 2: Create a New Cell

Robots: The Focus of MotoSim

  1. Add a Robot
  2. Move a Robot
  3. Exercise 3: Add a New Robot (GP25)

3D Models: Uses

  1. Supported Import Formats
  2. Create Basic Models
  3. Import CAD Models
  4. Model Library
  5. Move & Connect Models
  6. Import Models Process
    1. Import Models: Source CAD Model
    1. Import Models: Incorrect Import
    1. Import Models: Correct (Almost)
    1. Import Models: Correct
  7. Exercise 4: Create a Simple cone tool and connect to the robot flange

Programming a Simulation

  1. Create a Job
  2. Program a Job
  3. Running a Job in Play Mode
  4. Save & Record: Simulation Playback
  5. Exercise 5: Program a Simple Job

Welding Tips, Headstocks, Calibration

  1. Add a Single Weld Robot
  2. Add a Headstock
  3. Alternative: Add a Robot & Headstock
  4. Position the Robot & Attach Weld Tools
  5. Define the Torch TCP
  6. Connect Headstock Frame to CAD Model
  7. Calibration
  8. Setup Group Combinations
  9. Weld Programming Tips
  10. Exercise 6: Setup a Weld Robot

Advanced Topics

  1. Data needed for a Simulation
  2. Import Models…The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly
  3. Exercise 7: Import Various models with different origins
  4. Robot Reach Envelope
  5. Model Scripting
  6. Exercise 8: Model Scripting
  7. The Importance of Tool Data
  8. Exercise 9: Playback each sim (with different tool data)
  9. Maintenance Mode

Advanced Simulation

  1. Speedgraph: Realtime TCP Speed
  2. Duty Cycle / Life Estimate
  3. Exercise 10: Playback the sim
  4. Layout Robot
  5. Exercise 11: Use Layout Robot
  6. Collision Detection
  7. Functional Safety Unit
  8. Robot / Tool Interference Envelopes
  9. Exercise 12: Turn on the FSU

Other Topics of Interest

  1. File Transfer: From a Real Controller
  2. File Transfer: From MotoSim
  3. File Transfer: Supported File Types
  4. Understanding Security Levels
  5. Path Planning
  6. Retrofit Function
  7. Online Function
  8. CAM Function: General & Welding
  9. CAM Function: Paint
  10. Cable Simulation
  11. Links

Where are workshops held?

We are targeting sessions for our Rochester Hills (Detroit) Michigan office and our Austin, Texas office. Class runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm with a 1-hour lunch (breaks as needed.)

When is the workshop offered?

Scheduling is based on demand. We will take requests below and form classes as needed.

Sounds great! How do I sign up to attend?

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