APS 11-BM: A real automation robotΒΆ

The Advanced Photon Source beam line 11-BM sample change robot is an example of a real automation robot for X-ray science. This robot has more motorized axes, position encoders, and limit switches. The mechanical system has much lower backlash and higher lifting strength.

Also, the system has a bar code reader to identify samples before they are mounted on the instrument.

A movie of the APS 11-BM sample robot changing a sample is available online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sowojskY7c4