Desarrollo de un sistema de extracción de cajas pick and place automatizado para una banda transportadora

Abstract

Increasing efficiency in material handling is a constant challenge for industries seeking to optimize their production processes and reduce errors associated with manual operations. In particular, the process of removing and placing boxes from conveyor belts, known as pick and place, presents significant limitations when it relies on traditional methods. These limitations include long cycle times, higher operating costs, and risks of human error that can cause damage to products and affect the quality of service offered to the customer. A critical aspect of this process lies in ensuring synchronization between the robotic manipulator and the speed of the conveyor belt, which demands precise and real-time coordination to avoid interruptions and losses in the production line. In addition, it requires a robust control system that allows the robot to dynamically adapt to the conditions of the industrial environment. On the other hand, industries face the need to integrate technological solutions that not only improve efficiency, but are also scalable and adaptable to variations in production. The lack of a comprehensive approach combining real-time sensing, synchronized control and precise handling limits the potential of automated systems to compete in highly demanding markets. Therefore, extensive research is required to design, implement and validate a pick and place system capable of overcoming these challenges and providing a reliable and efficient solution.