werkzeugarme
Werkzeugarme, singular Werkzeugarm and plural Werkzeugarme, is a term used in robotics and industrial automation to describe articulated arms designed to hold, orient, and operate tools as part of automated systems. The Werkzeugarm acts as the moving interface between a machine base and the end effectors—such as drills, grinders, grippers, welding torches, or measurement probes—that perform the actual work. Many Werkzeugarme incorporate multi-joint configurations, powered actuators (electric, hydraulic, or pneumatic), and, in many setups, a tool changer to swap tools without human intervention.
Key design considerations for Werkzeugarme include payload capacity, reach and dexterity, stiffness and positional accuracy (repeatability
Typical applications are in manufacturing and automation, including CNC machining, welding, painting, assembly, and pick-and-place tasks;
Related topics include robotic arm, end effector, tool changer, and CNC machinery.