Method for extending end user programming of an industrial robot with third party contributions

This invention describes a way to make industrial robots more adaptable by letting outside developers add their own custom features. It involves a robot's software system that allows these developers to create specialized installation screens and programming steps, which then integrate seamlessly into the robot's existing user interface. The patent specifically claims an industrial robot equipped with a graphical interface featuring dedicated installation and program tabs, running an extensible operating system for third-party software.

Why it matters: Since 2020, there has been a significant push for more flexible and user-friendly industrial automation, often leveraging AI for simplified programming. This shift makes the concept of easily integrating third-party, customized programming modules into existing robot systems more relevant and technically feasible, especially for encapsulating complex new robot programming concepts.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedExtensible operating system, GUI, robot integration software.

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