Automata EVA User Manual

The goal of this manual is to provide helpful information on the particulars of
Eva’s
software, electronics and mechanics.
It does not contain comprehensive safety or risk information.
Before reading this manual, attempting to set up or operate the robot,
ensure you read and understand the separate safety manual and carry out a
risk assessment.
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Eva Robotic Arm
Technical Reference User Manual
Version 1.0 - November 2018

Automata EVA Specifications

General

Payload Capacity	5 kg
Degrees of Freedom	6
Power Supply	24 V DC
Axes	6
Communication Interface	Ethernet, USB
Operating System	Linux-based
Programming Language	Python, C++
Type	Collaborative Robot (Cobot)

Summary

Installing the Robot

Physical Setup

Details on how to physically install the robot base onto a supportive surface, including screw types and dowel pin usage.

Powering on and Connecting

Instructions for powering the robot on and connecting it, including the role of the emergency stop button and main power button.

Communication and Initial Setup

Updating the Robot

Steps to download and install software and firmware updates, with important warnings.

Controlling the Robot

Ways of Interfacing

Waypoints

The Timeline

Executing and Monitoring Toolpaths

Programming with Choreograph

Programming with the API

Electronic Interfaces

Base Interface Overview

Overview of the robot's base interface, including the power button and input/output panel layout.

Emergency Stop Connection

Details the Emergency Stop connection, its pinout, and the type of switch required.

Base I/O Connector and Power

Introduces the Base I/O connector, its pin termination, and details the 24V power pins.

Base I/O Digital Signals

Mechanical Overview

Dimensions and Axes

Ratings and Limitations