Robotics
Autonomous robots :
Autonomous robots are robots which can perform desired tasks in unstructured environments without continuous human guidance. Many kinds of robots are autonomous to some degree. Different robots can be autonomous in different ways. A high degree of autonomy is particularly desirable in fields such as space exploration, where communication delays and interruptions are unavoidable.
From: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autonomous_Robots
ArrayMaker
ArrayMaker 2 provides high performance robotic control of microarrayer robots with an incredibly intuitive, easy to use interface. ArrayMaker 2 represents a complete re-write and is optimized for use with the new generation of ultra fast linear servo driven arrayers, yet it is backwards compatible with the original MGuide style of arrayers.
Features:
New: Orange packing for maximal density
New: Slow pickup obviates the need for pre-spotting
New: Soft touch-down for delicate tips
New: Automatic slide height mapping
Allows calibration for different types of microtiter plates
Accomodates 1, 4, 16, 32, and 48 tips
Accomodates any number of slides
Accomodates any platter configuration
Accomodates any encoder resolution
Accomodates two different stage orientations
Allows for two separate plate orientations
Print slides in any order
Print spots in any order
Print any number of replicates spots
Print tandem arrays on the same slide
Print on a range of slides for blot pads
Set any number of wash/dry combos
Allows mid-platter re-fills
Bounce-dry mode to dry outside of the tip
Swish-wash allows side-to-side motion during rinsing
Accepts bar code input for recording plate order
Records plates lists with configuration data and time
Allows width calibration for every slide position
Flexible test print mode
Separate z-stage acceleration settings for "soft-touch" printing
All variables may be set within the program via a config screen
Enhanced user feedback and controller error debugging
Written in C/C++ - Requires no other software to be purchased!
Fast! Nearly 3,000 status loop updates per second
Safe! Tested by literally dozens of labs
Free! For non-profit and educational institutions
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