RACe

Robot Assembly Cell

The Robot Assembly Cell (RACe) is a light weight solution for drilling of multi material aircraft parts. The solution is based on a robot with a high positioning accuracy in conjunction with a multi-task end-effector.

The high robot positioning accuracy is ensured with a special calibration and compensation developed by Broetje-Automation. The System provides you with high flexibility  during various industrial applications and reduces the space capacity due to mobile or stationary platform options. 

 

Technical Data

Operational Functions

  •  Automated Robot Positioning
  • Product Referencing
  • Product Clamping
  • Drilling and Countersinking
  • Product Unclamping  

Single-Task End-Effector 

  • Drilling and countersink capability
  • Drill spindle Torque: 10 Nm Spindle speed: 200 -18,000 rpm Drill chuck interface: HSK32E)
  • Chip and dust removal with explosive protection 

Positioner

  • Standard 6-axes robot system
  • Robot equipped with BA accuracy package Robot calibration Dynamic load
    compensation Grid compensation Temperature compensation
  • Robot Positioning accuracy: ±0,3mm
Technical drawing of an agile RACe system.

From the idea to the implementation we accompany the projects with the highest precision and our know-how.

Special Features

  • High speed drill spindle (drilling quality better than H9) 
  • Hole roughness up to Ra 1.6 μm
  • Drill chuck storage with 24 places
  • Product referencing capability to ensure the edge distance to the structure
  • Normality sensors to ensure a perpendicular alignment to the work piece during clamping 
  • Moving of platform by manual operated electric mover
  • Manual fine positioning of platform by index bolts on air cushions supports
  • Safety system with laser scanner
  • The working area is not accessible from the rear side of the platform
  • Robot system is prepared for future extension
  • Control system: Beckhoff or Siemens
Close-up of the rivet end effector of a Robot Assembly Cell

Processes like riveting and the overall technical high-end production lead to a more efficient shopfloor.

Broetje-Automation GmbH and Guanglian Aviation Industry Co., Ltd. Join Forces for the Development of Civil Aviation in China

  • Published on 23 November 2023

At a signing ceremony held during the Shanghai Airshow, key leaders from Huarui Aerospace Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Broetje-Automation GmbH, and Guanglian Aviation Industry Co., Ltd. gathered to mark the commencement of a collaboration to support the production of the Chinese-built widebody airliner.

Broetje-Automation shows latest innovations at the Upcoming Shanghai Airshow

The Shanghai Airshow invites aviation enthusiasts and industry professionals to showcase the latest advancements in aerospace technology for the civil aviation sector. Starting November 23 to 25 Broetje-Automation welcomes participants as part of the German Pavillion at booth A10-1 to engage in interesting conversation about high-tech solutions and products that shape the present and future of aircraft manufacturing.