ROSIndustrial

ROSIndustrial is an open-source project that extends the Robot Operating System (ROS) for use on industrial automation hardware. It aims to bridge the gap between the research-oriented capabilities of ROS and the robust, reliable requirements of industrial manufacturing environments. The project provides a suite of tools, libraries, and drivers specifically designed for industrial robots, such as those from manufacturers like KUKA, ABB, Universal Robots, and Fanuc.

The core idea behind ROSIndustrial is to leverage the flexibility and vast ecosystem of ROS while ensuring it meets the demanding standards of industrial applications. This includes features like enhanced real-time performance, improved safety mechanisms, and standardized interfaces for common industrial tasks such as pick-and-place, welding, and assembly. By offering pre-built software packages and support for popular industrial robot brands, ROSIndustrial significantly reduces the development time and cost for integrating robots into production lines.

The project is a collaborative effort involving many companies and institutions worldwide. This community-driven approach ensures continuous development and the adaptation of ROSIndustrial to the evolving needs of the industrial automation sector. It promotes interoperability between different robot vendors and allows for easier integration of advanced functionalities like machine vision and AI-powered decision-making into industrial workflows.