The eDavid is a Industrial Arm developed by University of Konstanz, launched 2009. Key specifications: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, payload 10 kg, reach 1100 mm.
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Overview
eDavid is a industrial arm robot manufactured by University of Konstanz in DE, first introduced in 2009. painting robot
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Viability
University of Konstanz swarm robotics profile
Price
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Specifications
Category: Industrial Arm- Arm class
- standard industrial
- Axes
- 6
- Payload
- 10 kg
- Reach
- 1100 mm
- Weight
- 55 kg
- IP rating
- IP54
- Mounting
- floor, ceiling, wall
- Controller
- KR C4
- Programming
- teach pendant,code python,code ros,proprietary app,offline programming
- Tool flange
- ISO 9409-1
- Safety cert.
- CE, ISO 10218-1
- Maturity
- scaled
- Industries
- art, research
Company profile
- Founded
- 1966
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics2
- Dof
- 44
- Dof Per Arm
- 6
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- Camera for visual feedback and observation of canvas
Compute1
- Onboard Compute
- true
Other11
- Applications
- painting,art
- Sub Category
- humanoid
- Api Available
- true
- Company Country
- DE
- Procedure Types
- robotic painting,brush stroke application
- Deployment Count
- only used at the University of Konstanz[5]
- Deployment Notes
- Used only at University of Konstanz; ABB IRB 1660ID robot with light barrier safety; statically mounted[1][5]
- Youtube Video Id
- ithron_minya
- Compatible Vision
- true
- Software Platform
- Custom control software for robotic painting
- Additional Information
- * **Unique Capabilities:** Active vibration damping for improved weld quality; Dual-check safety (DCS) for safe human collaboration modes without extra guarding (limited). * **Software Ecosystem:** KUKA.Connect IoT platform for predictive maintenance; WorkVisual for offline programming and simulation; KUKA.Navigation for palletizing patterns. * **Competitive Differentiators:** Lower total cost of ownership (15-year service life); Fast 50000-hour MTBF; Global service network (35+ countries). * **Known Limitations:** Payload limited to 10 kg; IP54 rating not suitable for wet environments; limited reach for large part geometries. * **Financing Options:** Leasing and robot-as-a-service (RaaS) models available through KUKA Financial Services.
Company milestones
- 2024MilestoneUniversity of Konstanz swarm robotics profile
- 1972MilestoneMain campus opened
- 1966MilestoneFounded
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the eDavid?
- The eDavid is developed by University of Konstanz.
- What type of robot is the eDavid?
- The eDavid is a Industrial Arm made by University of Konstanz.
- How much does the eDavid cost?
- Pricing for the eDavid is not publicly listed — contact University of Konstanz for a quote.
- When was the eDavid launched?
- The eDavid was launched in 2009.
- What are the key specifications of the eDavid?
- Key specifications of the eDavid: arm class standard industrial, axes 6, payload 10 kg, reach 1100 mm, weight 55 kg.
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