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Adding Position Sensors in Siemens NX
Adding Position Sensors in Siemens NX
To improve actuator control, I integrated additional sensors in Siemens NX. These sensors help determine the exact position of each actuator, allowing for validation before executing further logic. Each sensor is shaped as a line and is triggered by collision bodies assigned to the corresponding actuator components. By configuring collision-based sensors, I can now detect when an actuator reaches a specific position and send a signal back to the PLC.
By ensuring that each actuator has dedicated position sensors, I can now monitor movement states in real-time, making the automation process more reliable.
Once the sensors were set up, I wrote a basic TIA Portal program to test actuator response and verify the correct functioning of position feedback signals. The logic involves:
Challenges with Transport Surface in Siemens NX
Challenges with Transport Surface in Siemens NX
While working on this setup, I attempted to create a Transport Surface in Siemens NX for material handling simulation. However, I faced issues such as:
Errors related to surface continuity
Velocity vector misalignment
Difficulties in defining proper transport constraints
This is something I will need to investigate further, as it plays a crucial role in ensuring realistic material flow within the digital twin.
Conclusion
Conclusion
Adding position sensors in Siemens NX and verifying actuator movement using a basic TIA Portal program was an essential step in improving the reliability of the automation system. This ensures that actuators move accurately and that their positions are confirmed before executing logic. However, challenges with creating a Transport Surface still remain, and resolving this will be a key focus moving forward.
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