Safety Stop
The safety stop is a crucial feature in our robotics systems, designed to enhance operational safety by halting operations under certain conditions. This function is activated when any emergency triggers, such as safety radars, emergency buttons, or bumpers, are engaged. Additionally, the system itself may initiate a safety stop if it detects a potential hazard.
Activation and Notification
Upon activation of a safety stop, the operator will be notified through a banner displayed on the system's interface. This banner provides critical information regarding the status of the safety stop—whether it is currently active or merely requires acknowledgment by the operator.
- Active Safety Stop: Indicates that one or more triggers remain engaged, necessitating immediate attention to resolve the underlying issue.
- Acknowledgment Required: If the triggers were previously engaged but are now inactive ("low"), the system requires the operator to acknowledge the safety stop. This acknowledgment is made via a designated button on the Human-Machine Interface (HMI), which will subsequently clear the notification.
Understanding Trigger Status
To aid in diagnosing and addressing the cause of a safety stop, the banner displays a list of potential triggers (e.g., radar, emergency button, bumper). Each trigger is color-coded to indicate its current status:
 |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Triggered but now low | Not triggered during this stop |
| The trigger is currently engaged, directly contributing to the active safety stop. | The trigger was engaged but is now inactive, requiring acknowledgment from the operator. | The trigger has not been activated in relation to the current safety stop. |
This color-coded system enables operators to quickly identify the cause of a safety stop, facilitating prompt and effective resolution. Understanding and addressing the triggers not only enhances safety but also minimizes downtime, ensuring smooth and efficient operation of our robotics systems.
Unrestricted
If you are in a situation where you need to move the robot further than what the safety features allow, you might be able to do so using the Unrestricted Move feature.