07-05-2025, 06:53 AM
Hello RoboDK Team,
I’m working on a simple pick-and-place task using the Dobot CR5 robot with RoboDK.
I’ve attached a video recording and the .rdk station file for reference.
I’m currently facing 3 issues:
1. Gripper TCP is Roughly Set
We had trouble aligning the gripper TCP correctly with the object. Despite trying several adjustments, it was not aligning properly.
In the end, we set the TCP roughly so that the robot could grip the part somehow, but it’s still not perfect.
Where should I properly set the TCP for the gripper — in RoboDK or Dobot Studio? What’s the correct method for accurate TCP alignment with Dobot CR5?
2. Main Program Stops Mid-Way (Even With Wait Time)
When I run the main program fully, it executes until the robot closes the gripper and moves back to Approach, but then stops and doesn’t continue.
However, if I run the same program step-by-step manually, it works fine.
I already tried adding wait time delays after the gripper close commands, but the problem still happens. What else could cause this issue?
3. RoboDK Simulation is Laggy and Not in Sync with Robot
RoboDK’s simulation is not smooth — it lags and shows jerky movement. Also, it does not stay in sync with the real robot.
Even after reducing speed, RoboDK finishes faster than the actual Dobot CR5.
How can I get smooth simulation in RoboDK that is also synced with the real robot’s movements?
Attachments:
A video showing the full issue
The RoboDK station file (.rdk) used for this task
This project is part of a live deployment, so any help or suggestions will be very helpful.
Thank you for your support.
Best regards,
I’m working on a simple pick-and-place task using the Dobot CR5 robot with RoboDK.
I’ve attached a video recording and the .rdk station file for reference.
I’m currently facing 3 issues:
1. Gripper TCP is Roughly Set
We had trouble aligning the gripper TCP correctly with the object. Despite trying several adjustments, it was not aligning properly.
In the end, we set the TCP roughly so that the robot could grip the part somehow, but it’s still not perfect.
Where should I properly set the TCP for the gripper — in RoboDK or Dobot Studio? What’s the correct method for accurate TCP alignment with Dobot CR5?
2. Main Program Stops Mid-Way (Even With Wait Time)
When I run the main program fully, it executes until the robot closes the gripper and moves back to Approach, but then stops and doesn’t continue.
However, if I run the same program step-by-step manually, it works fine.
I already tried adding wait time delays after the gripper close commands, but the problem still happens. What else could cause this issue?
3. RoboDK Simulation is Laggy and Not in Sync with Robot
RoboDK’s simulation is not smooth — it lags and shows jerky movement. Also, it does not stay in sync with the real robot.
Even after reducing speed, RoboDK finishes faster than the actual Dobot CR5.
How can I get smooth simulation in RoboDK that is also synced with the real robot’s movements?
Attachments:
A video showing the full issue
The RoboDK station file (.rdk) used for this task
This project is part of a live deployment, so any help or suggestions will be very helpful.
Thank you for your support.
Best regards,