Optimization of KNTU Delta robot for pick and place application

In this paper, the desired configuration for installation of Delta robot is formulated as an optimization problem and has been solved to reach to the highest rate of pick and place operation. The optimization is performed considering the actuators speed and acceleration limitation of the robot within the workspace. Furthermore, energy consumption is considered next as the other optimization objective, and it is shown that the optimal region for the first optimization problem lies within that of the latter one, and therefore, there is no need to propose a multi-objective optimization problem in this case. As a proof of concept, KNTU Delta robot is designed and implemented in practice by using the optimal configuration, and it is observed that the optimal design is very promising in practice.