Hardware specifications

1. Computer Specifications for RapidPlan Control

1.1 RapidPlan Control Standard

RapidPlan Control, a runtime software tool, streams motions to robot controllers in a robotic cell. Due to the real-time nature of the communication, selecting suitable hardware is crucial for robust and reliable system performance. We advise our customers to use hardware validated by Realtime Robotics.

Validated IPCs

Other Recommended IPCs

Use of IPCs Not Validated by Realtime Robotics

While we advocate using IPCs validated by us, we recognize customers may prefer specific hardware components. Realtime Robotics can assist customers in validating their chosen IPCs. Here are the guidelines for selecting an IPC for runtime operation:

Specifications

Network Adaptor

Robust and reliable network communication is crucial during runtime. We recommend that customers use IPCs with the same network adapter as our recommended models. For alternative choices, please consult Realtime Robotics.

1.2 RapidPlan Control Dynamic

The add-on RapidPlan Dynamic allows the system to avoid dynamic obstacles. The system takes a point cloud of the environment captured using 3D cameras as an input, and adds these elements to the scene on the fly. Motions that would collide with dynamic obstacles are immediately stopped and force the system to replan.

RapidPlan dynamic requires a dedicated GPU.

2. Computer Specifications for RapidPlan Create

RapidPlan Create, a design software, depends on graphics performance. The recommended hardware is intended for use during the cell engineering phase across multiple cells, not for runtime operation. Since tool performance is influenced by hardware, Realtime suggests the following specifications. Minimum specifications enable tool operation, but performance may vary with usage.