Parameter Meaning
Use
● Display
The protection area element is shown in the graphic view.
The element is only visible if the "Display model" softkey is active.
The element is not monitored for collision.
● Monitoring
The protection area element is used for the collision avoidance.
The element is only visible if the "Monit. model" softkey is active.
● Display + monitoring
The protection area element is used for display in the graphic view
and for collision avoidance.
The element is visible in both display versions.
File name Name of the file with the description of the protection area element in
STL format.
Offset (X) X component of the direction vector.
Offset (Y) Y component of the direction vector.
Offset (Z) Z component of the direction vector.
Rotary axis (X) X component of the rotation vector.
Rotary axis (Y) Y component of the rotation vector.
Rotary axis (Z) Z component of the rotation vector.
Angle of rotation The value by which the system rotates around the rotation vector.
See also
Creating protection area elements (Page 306)
Sphere and parallel sphere protection area elements (Page 311)
14.7.4 Collision pair
14.7.4.1 Creating a collision pair
Using collision pairs, you define the two protection areas, which should mutually monitor
themselves regarding collision.
Precondition
A kinematic chain has been created and includes valid protection areas.
Collision avoidance
14.7 Creating a kinematic structure
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