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5. Glossary
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Robot series
Robot with an open kinematic chain (anthropomorphic, Cartesian, SCARA robot, etc.).
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ddl
Degree of freedom. Number of independent generalized coordinates required to fully define the configuration of a system at each instant (IFToMM definition).
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Pick-and-place
The task of picking up, moving and depositing a product. This task generally requires 4 ddl, 3 translations and 1 rotation around a vertical axis.
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Rotoid joint/bond
Rotoidal torque (noted R) also called pivot link.
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Prismatic joint
Prismatic torque (noted P) also known as slide or drawer connection....
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