Problem with the step 2 of AL5D Arm Assembly Instructions

Lynxmotion Robot Arms
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Good morning,

I bought the AL5D arm and I have a problem with the construction. I am referring to the Assembly guids in this adress : lynxmotion.com/driver.aspx?Topic=assem01

My problem is during the step 2 of the AL5D Arm Assembly Instructions (V.2) concerning the [size=2]mechanical dampening panels. [/size]
[size=2]The screws are not long enough to drill the two panels. I would like to know If there is a technic to do it, or if I have to get longer screws.[/size]

[size=2]Thanks for yours answers.[/size]

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To confirm, you are having issues with step 2 of the following guide: lynxmotion.com/images/html/build143b.htm
In order to have the screw thread into the Lexan on the opposite side (the one with the smaller sized hole), you can hang the assembly off the edge of a table to be able to press the screw down, which should tap the Lexan. We would like to also confirm you removed the plastic covering from both sides of both parts.

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Yes I am having problems in the step 2 of your following guide et I have removed the plastic covering from both sides of both parts.
Can tell me exactly the spécifications of the screw I have to use to do this step ? Is it 6,5mm long?

Thank you for your time

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The screw is 4-40 by 0.5" long with a Phillips Head. The purpose is to simply keep the two plates together and on the bracket. The nut in step 3 will keep the part centered, and the nut in step 4 will keep the assembly together. If you really experience issues, a dab of glue would do the trick.

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I succeded to do this step
I now have another problem (I am not an expert…)
My problem is with ssc 32 servo sequencer utility. The robot is not working. When I turn on the software and try to move the sliders, there is Just a small reaction of the robot but nothing else. Can you help me please ?

Thank you

6

Please attach an image or two of your setup here where we can clearly see all connections, jumpers etc.
Also, what power supply are you using?

7

Maybe do you have an email adress or a phone number, it will be simpler to communicate?

8

Unfortunately we do not take technical calls by phone, but we are more than happy to help you here. We also have the RobotShop Support Center, though e-mails sent there tend to be of a more private nature.

9

I have resolved my problems I don’t know how but it works.
But I think the servos are making a strange noise, is it normal?

Thanks

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It depends on the level of the sound - in order to maintain their position under load, they will vibrate. If the load is excessive, it might vibrate a lot and the sound will be rather high. Just be sure you’re within the torque specs.

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Good morning,
I have another question. My robot is built corrextly and works on almoste every levels.
There are just 2 minor problems that I don’t know how to solve. The wrist rotate and the gripper are working backward.

I explain myself : when I click on the bouton " open gripper " on the software, the gripper is closing and inversement.
Same for the wrist rotate.
I think I have to do something on the software ( Lynxmotion RIOS SSC 32 Arm Control ) to change that.

Thank you for your answer

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If the motors are operating the wrong way, you can disassemble them and mount them the opposite ways. This is easier than changing the code.

13

Hi,

I want to buy another software for my project.
Can you tell me what is the difference between the “FlowArm PLTW” and the “FlowBotics Studio V2”?

Ps : my project consist on taking a cistern with the AL5D arm and to put this cistern in a machine so the arm has to be precise
I also need to analyse the sreen of the machine with a webcam which will be related to the robot. ( I already bought the Roborealm Vision Software )

Thank ou for your answer

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FlowArm PLTW is essentially the stand-alone Lynxmotion Arm application / project from FlowBotics Studio.
FlowBotics Studio is a complete visual programming software which includes a variety of robot projects (including FlowArm PLTW).
This explains the difference in price as well.

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And for my project, which do you think is the most appropriate?

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FlowArm gives you control of the arm via the interface, and you can also create sequences. If you plan to start creating your own programs and projects, or need / want to heavily modify the FlowArm project, then FlowBotics Studio.

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So I bought the FlowArm PLTW and I can’t connect my arm so the software. When The com selection is on “auto”, nothing happen, and when I select the right com, the “found” light is on for 3 seconds and then disapear and nothing happen.

How do I solve this problem?

Thank you

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Hi,

In most cases, this issue is related to the baud rate configuration. This can be fixed by performing the following steps:

  1. Connect your robotic arm to your computer by USB.
  2. Turn on the FlowArm software. If it was already on, close it and start it again.
  3. Set the port to OFF
  4. Activate the icon to the left of the port list. Once activated, it should be blue. Check this image for more details.
  5. Set the port to AUTO (or the right COM port, if you know it).
  6. Wait until the FOUND light turns solid green.

Please let us know if this works.

Sincerely,
FlowArm Baud Rate & Connection Issue.png

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Yes it works thank you very much !

have a nice evening

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Hi
I have a new question.
I am using the flowbotics studio V2 and I can’t manage to connect a force sensing resistor to my system

I connected the sensor correctly and it’s working, I just don’t know what do I have to change in Flowstone to stop the system according to the information tha gives the sencor.
I want the system to stop at a special movement ( when the gripper closes ). This is a frame placed in the middle of the pattern.
Can you help me with the flowstone part ?

Thank you