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The IONA system is a scalable network of sensors providing metrology-grade positional data of automated manufacturing processes.
Live positional data from IONA enables robot simulations and programs to be updated either periodically or in real-time. This can be used to correct for variation in part location, cell setup or inherent errors in the automated system.
This data enables an accurate digital twin of the manufacturing system, allowing the user to bring offline programmes online – seamlessly – without the need for manual intervention.
The high quality, metrology-grade data generated, can be used to improve the accuracy and performance of robots, enabling new processes to be automated.
"IONA is a great example of some really exciting new technology that is coming to market that will help revolutionise the UK Manufacturing for the future"
IONA is built on the principle of a network of sensors (nodes) permanently and discreetly deployed in a manufacturing environment. By observing motion from multiple vantage points, accuracy is increased and line-of-sight issues are removed. The expansible system scales to your needs and works at a cell to a factory level.
Each node tracks the 6DOF motion of targets in 3D within its field of view. It is robustly designed and is connected via a single data and power POE cable. Nodes can be mounted on pre-existing guarding and are able to account for environmental instability.
Each tile is comprised of a pattern of retro-reflective spheres. These tiles are located sparsely around the cell to provide a reference frame. They are also used to track additional points of interest such as: parts, fixtures and tooling.
A multi-faceted collar is positioned on the robot near the end-effector. This provides excellent visibility of the robotic motion, whilst not impeding typical movement and operation.
The controller manages the network of nodes, combining the 6DOF locations each node returns and calculates an accurate result using the proprietary IONA algorithms. Data output is simplified so no specialist knowledge or bespoke programming is needed to utilize the data.
Efficient new product introduction, reducing manual intervention, cost and necessary expertise
Validate the digital version of your manufacturing system and monitor performance 24/7, see trends and react with agility
Determine changes to cell set-up, automatically updating programs to switch product-lines immediately. Reduce time during change-over periods.
Unlock enhanced robot capability enabling previously manual or inefficient processes to be automated.
Adapt to variable end effector loads and dynamic effects that otherwise impact performance.
IONA is enabled by our ORA platform – modular software to manage the network, generate data and turn this into actionable information.
Download the Brochure to find out more about IONA and the ways we can help your business
