Software

Description

AI Accelerator uses ROS messaging for two-way communication between the Docker software run by the Compute module and the URCap running in robot's controller.

 

Before running the software installation and configuration scripts, make sure all hardware is correctly connected.

  1. Robot's control box and Compute module must be directly connected.

  2. Camera cable is plugged in to Compute module.

  3. Robot's control box is powered on and PolyScope X started.

The brakes in the robot arm can remain engaged until you proceed to calibration or other activities requiring robot movement.

 
Correct time settings

Time synchronization and time stamp is extensively used by components of AI Accelerator. Therefore it is important to set correct time in robot's controller and compute module.

 
Correct network settings

The AI Accelerator must be on the same network as the robot's Control Box.

  1. Open the hamburger menu in the top left corner and select Settings

  2. Navigate to the network menu and unlock if necessary

  3. Change to static IP, IP 192.168.0.10, Subnet mask 255.255.255.0

  4. Tap Apply Configuration

  5. Navigate to the Services menu and unlock if necessary

  6. Enable ROS2 and set the ROS_DOMAIN_ID to 1

  7. Tap Lock and Close