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Types of Industrial Robots
When it comes to industrial robots, there are six primary types. Each of these types has its types of robot joint configurations and their applications. This article will cover how each of these robot types operates, what industries they are most suitable for, and their most common applications.
Industrial Robot Types
Industrial robots come in six primary types. The following sections will discuss how each of the following robot types operates and their industrial applications:
• Cartesian/Gantry/Rectilinear Robots
• Selective Compliance Articulated/Assembly Robot Arm (SCARA) Robots
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