Multi-functional robot end-effector designed specifically for the automated drilling and fastening of complex aircraft structures.

The unit is of a modular design, capable of being adapted to individual application requirements, and features both orbital and conventional (axial) drilling capability, in mixed materials (aluminium, titanium, carbonfibre).

The unit additionally features an integrated non-contact optical-probe to measure the quality of the drilled hole; in cycle. Furthermore, insertion and activation of temporary fasteners is included in this unit.

Technical Data

• Hole Diameter: 6,0 mm - 22,4 mm
• Material thickness: Up to 120 mm
• Material Capability: Aluminium / Titanium / CFC
• Deployment: Developed Together with Airbus UK
• Price: On Request

Components

Basic:

• Robot Mounting and Energy Supply Loom
• Novator Orbital-Drilling Module
• Non-Contact Optical-Probe
• Fastener Module
• MFEE Control System
• Programmable Drilling Recipes
• Controllable Pressure-Foot
• Automatic Drill-Tool Change
• Integrated Tool-Tip Extraction

Scope:

• LED’s for KUKA “Adaptive Guidance” System
• Quick-Release Coupling for End-Effector Exchange
• Choice of Drill-Spindle Systems
• Orbital or Axial Drilling
• Tool Management with Balluff Chips
• Through-Tool Coolant & MQL