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Figure 2-2. This robot illustrates the systems of a typical industrial robot. This electric robot can be
used in a variety of industrial applications. (ABB Robotics)
Manipulator
End
effector
To end effector
From end effector
Commands
Feedback
External
commands
External
feedback
Controller
Power
supply
Means for
programming
Figure 2-3. The relationships among the fi ve major systems that make up an industrial robot are
shown in this diagram.