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The "AI Work Selection Automation Set" is a set that allows for the streamlining and automation of parts selection (sorting) using a robotic arm and image recognition. It can be easily and affordably implemented, enabling practical application from data collection to picking and sorting, bringing it closer to the image of utilization in the field. ■ Use Cases - Consideration and demonstration aimed at streamlining and automating production lines in the manufacturing industry - Movement of parts (works) and sorting of parts using image recognition and processing - Learning control of robotic arms - Utilization in production management and product development departments ■ Recommended for - Personnel responsible for business improvement, labor-saving, and automation of tasks - Those considering automation of parts and product sorting using image recognition - Personnel who want to experimentally introduce trending AI and deep learning ■ Features - Streamlining and automating parts selection (sorting) and inspection tasks using a robotic arm and image recognition - Achieving a complete control system for data collection, sorting, and inspection - Capability to compare, execute, and verify "rule-based image processing" and "deep learning-based image processing"

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It is used in combination with the small robotic arm DOBOT Magician. The slider rail kit has a length of over 1 meter, allowing for an expanded working range when the DOBOT Magician is mounted. It can move horizontally at a maximum speed of 150mm/second, making it possible to perform tasks such as long-distance picking and large-scale writing & drawing. *About the small robotic arm DOBOT Magician The DOBOT Magician, priced around 150,000 yen, features a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads including a gripper, suction cup kit, writing & drawing, and 3D printer. *DOBOT Magician product page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot ◆◆Contact information for Afrel Corporation◆◆ TEL. 0776-25-0303 9:30-17:30 (excluding weekends, holidays, and year-end/New Year) FAX. 0776-25-0309 info@afrel.co.jp

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It is used in combination with the small robot arm DOBOT Magician. By using a flowing conveyor belt along with photoelectric switches and color sensors, it is possible to efficiently simulate a production line. The speed of the belt running at a maximum speed of 120mm/second and the values of the sensors can be adjusted, allowing for learning based on actual factory scenes. *About the small robot arm DOBOT Magician Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, the DOBOT Magician is equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as grippers, suction cup kits, lighting & drawing tools, and 3D printers. *DOBOT Magician product page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot ◆◆ Contact information for Afrel Corporation ◆◆ TEL. 0776-25-0303 9:30-17:30 (excluding weekends, holidays, and year-end/New Year holidays) FAX. 0776-25-0309 info@afrel.co.jp

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Are you a company looking to improve operational efficiency and streamline production lines? Would you like to see the operation of a high-precision, multifunctional compact robot arm (DOBOT Magician)? Let's explore together what it can do and how it can be used while actually operating it. (Note: Demonstrations and hands-on experiences using the actual device will be provided during your visit.) This is a reservation-based individual consultation, so you can take your time to discuss your needs. Please feel free to apply. 【If you are interested, please consult with us】 - I want to consider a compact robot arm that can be easily introduced. - I want to know the functions and precision of a small robot arm. - I would like to try control and operation such as image recognition and image processing. - I want to conduct employee training using a robot arm.

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If you are considering the introduction of industrial robot arms but are facing difficulties with costs, if you want to create learning opportunities for beginners with small robot arms, or if you would like to conduct practical classes aimed at developing human resources that can thrive in the field, please consult with us. Let's think together about what can be done and how it can be used while actually operating the equipment. This is a reservation-based individual consultation session, so you can take your time to discuss your needs. Please feel free to apply. 【We encourage those who are interested to consult with us】 - I want to know about case studies of robot arm introduction at other schools, departments, or companies. - I want to teach image recognition and image processing using actual machines, not just on-screen. - I am looking for a robot arm that can be controlled using major programming languages (Java, C, C#, Python, etc.). - I want to create classes that students who have a fear of programming or robots can enjoy and engage with.

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We will introduce a case where the DOBOT Magician was utilized in performance evaluation tests. For more details, please visit the URL below. ■What is DOBOT Magician? It is a small robotic arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen, and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, lighting & drawing, and 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The device does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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We will introduce an example of using the DOBOT Magician in an internal study session for learning AI and deep learning. For more details, please visit the URL below. ■ What is DOBOT Magician? The DOBOT Magician is a small robotic arm priced around 150,000 yen, equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, writing & drawing tools, and a 3D printer. Its dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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We will introduce a case study from Kyushu Institute of Technology's graduate school that utilized the DOBOT Magician for data collection. For more details, please visit the URL below. ■ What is DOBOT Magician? It is a small robotic arm priced around 150,000 yen, equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, writing & drawing tools, and a 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The device does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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The DOBOT Magician is utilized to perform accurate measurements using the softness sensor "SOFTGRAM." For more details, please visit the URL below. ■ What is DOBOT Magician? Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, it is a compact robotic arm equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, lighting & drawing, and 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenes. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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The DOBOT Magician is a compact tabletop-sized device weighing 3.4 kg, making it portable with one hand, allowing users to understand the structure and principles of robotic arms and learn control. For more details, please visit the URL below. ■ What are the capabilities of the tabletop-sized, portable robotic arm DOBOT Magician? 【Table of Contents】 - Learn about the features of the tabletop robotic arm "DOBOT Magician" - Differences between the Standard Version and the Educational Version - Functions realized in a compact body - Learn with DOBOT Magician - Image recognition and control (image processing) - Connection of external devices (various sensors) - Control based on sensor input values - Achieving overwhelming cost reduction is not a dream! The DOBOT robotic arm priced under 200,000 yen.

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We have published an article that summarizes materials and exhibitions that can be referenced when considering the introduction of robots. (In this article, we will provide information on gathering data for the introduction of various types of robots, not limited to robotic arms, including small, large, and industrial robots.) For more details, please visit the URL below. ■Summary of reference materials for gaining internal understanding when considering robot introduction 【Table of Contents】 - Flow of introducing robotic arms: 1-10 - Acquiring basic knowledge - Gaining internal understanding - Collecting case studies - Utilizing exhibitions ■What is DOBOT Magician It is a small robotic arm priced around 150,000 yen, equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as grippers, suction cup kits, writing & drawing tools, and a 3D printer. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios.

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In response to the current trend of compact robot arms that can be installed on desktops gaining attention, we have published an article that illustrates the process of actually introducing a small robot arm with examples. Let's organize our company's operations and challenges and actively utilize expert support to move towards realization. For more details, please visit the URL below. ■ A detailed explanation of the process from consideration to introduction of desktop robot arms 【Table of Contents】 - The process of introducing a robot arm: 1-10 - First, let's consult - Consultation desk for robot introduction and utilization ■ What is DOBOT Magician? Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, it is a compact robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as grippers, suction cup kits, lighting & drawing tools, and a 3D printer. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it less restricted in terms of installation and usage locations, and it can be utilized in various scenes.

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Recommended teaching material "AI × Image Recognition × Robot Arm Control" for those who want to learn about robot arm control and image processing sorting using deep learning. *You can download a sample of the teaching material on this page.* **Features** - You can compare and learn image processing using "rule-based" and "deep learning." - You will practice from data collection to sorting, imagining how to apply it in the field and real society. - Recommended for those who want to learn robot arm control and image processing sorting using deep learning. **Learning Content** - Control of the robot arm "DOBOT" using Python: Position recognition and color identification using image processing "OpenCV." - Image processing sorting using deep learning. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

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For those who want to learn how to control a robotic arm with Python, we recommend the "DOBOT Magician Python Programming Guide." *You can download a sample of the material on this page.* **Features** - Recommended for those who want to learn how to control a robotic arm with Python. - You can learn a complete series from basic control methods of DOBOT to practical applications. **Learning Content** - Basic knowledge of DOBOT and fundamental control methods. - Controlling DOBOT with Python. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

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This is an original teaching material from Afrel. It is a user manual for programming using the compact robot arm "DOBOT Magician" (hereinafter referred to as DOBOT), which can be installed on a desk, along with the dedicated software "DobotStudio." 【Features】 - Recommended for those who want to learn the basics of controlling a robot arm for the first time. - By using specially developed software, programming can be done simply by arranging blocks, allowing even beginners to easily control the robot arm. 【Learning Content】 - Basic knowledge of DOBOT and fundamental control methods - Controlling the robot arm "DOBOT" with programs using Blockly

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For those who want to learn how to control a robotic arm using C language, we recommend the "DOBOT Magician C Language Programming Guide." *You can download a sample of the teaching material on this page.* **Features** - Recommended for those who want to learn to control a robotic arm using C language. - You can learn a series of knowledge from basic control methods of DOBOT to practical application. **Learning Content** - Basic knowledge of DOBOT and fundamental control methods. - Controlling DOBOT using C language. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

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We would like to introduce a sample of the educational material "DOBOT Magician Arduino Programming Guide," recommended for those who want to learn robot arm control using the easily accessible microcontroller board "Arduino." *You can download the educational material sample on this page. 【Features】 - Through programming with Arduino, you can learn advanced control in conjunction with sensors. - You will learn a series of knowledge from basic control methods of DOBOT to practical applications. - Recommended for those who want to learn how to control a robot arm. 【Learning Content】 - Basic knowledge of DOBOT and fundamental control methods - Controlling the robot arm "DOBOT" with Arduino *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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Using the dedicated software for DOBOT Magician (hereinafter referred to as DOBOT) called DOBOT Studio, you will learn the basic control of the robotic arm while solving a total of 16 lessons. *You can download sample materials on this page. 【Features】 - You can acquire knowledge of robotics and graphical programming while solving 16 tasks using DOBOT. - Recommended for those who want to learn the basic control of robotic arms. - Main target audience: Middle school students and above. - Estimated course duration: 16 sessions, 60 minutes per session. 【Learning Content】 - The following tasks are included: Lesson 1-5: Experience Lesson 6-10: Graphical Programming Lesson 11-14: Comprehensive Application Lesson 15-16: Competition *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician in a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content *Theme: Automatic sorting of parts using AI and image recognition* The robot recognizes the shape of the parts and rotates the gripper for picking. Programming Language: Python Tools Used: OpenCV for image recognition, AI library TensorFlow, deep learning library "Keras," etc. ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. Its design does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel supports the use of the robot arm with original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, Java, Python). *DOBOT Magician Product Introduction Page* https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot-magician/

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician through a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content *Theme: Automatic sorting of commercially available chocolate snacks using deep learning - Collecting image data and creating training data - Building a deep learning model (CNN) using Keras ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. Its design does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm, DOBOT Magician, in a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■ Video Content [This time's theme: Using a custom soft gripper to grasp rounded objects] It is difficult to pick up round items or food with the standard end effectors such as suction cups and grippers that come with the DOBOT Magician. Therefore, we tested whether it is possible to pick up round objects using a custom soft gripper. ■ About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm, DOBOT Magician, through a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content [This time's theme: Moving a case measuring 10cm wide and 20cm tall, flipping a case weighing 200g] At the request of a user, we created an end effector using LEGO parts as a prototype. If it is difficult to grasp with standard accessories like suction cups that come with the DOBOT Magician, it is possible to change the end effector to enable grasping. ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm, DOBOT Magician, in a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■ Video Content *Theme: Picking and aligning small electronic components* The DOBOT Magician comes standard with a suction cap for picking, but it is difficult to pick items smaller than 20mm with the standard suction cap. Therefore, we have installed a custom suction cap for picking small components. This is recommended for use in electronic component factories and similar environments. ■ About DOBOT Magician The DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. Its design does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel supports the use of the robot arm with original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, Java, Python). *DOBOT Magician Product Introduction Page* https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot-magician/

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm, DOBOT Magician, through a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content [This time's theme: Linking two units to input on a keyboard] The two DOBOTs are connected by wiring and controlled by a single PC. We input "TODAY" on the keyboard using the two DOBOTs. Programming Language: Blockly (icon-based) ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. Its design does not require prior safety education, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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We will introduce a case study of the tabletop-sized small robot arm, DOBOT Magician, in a video. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The device does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applicable in a wide range of scenarios. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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Tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video. *Please watch the video from the 【Related Videos】 section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content 【This time's theme: What is the load capacity of the DOBOT Magician?】 We conducted tests using a gripper with the DOBOT to transport objects of various weights. *For details of the verification, click here https://afrel.co.jp/archives/29282 ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. Its design does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *Introduction to DOBOT Magician products https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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Tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video. *Please watch the video from the 【Related Videos】 section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content 【This time's theme: What is the load capacity of DOBOT Magician?】 We conducted a test using a suction cup with DOBOT to transport objects of various weights. *For details of the verification, click here https://afrel.co.jp/archives/29282 ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety education, making it less restricted in terms of usage locations and applicable in various scenes. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *Introduction to DOBOT Magician products https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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Tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video along with the actual programming screen and movements. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content [This time's theme: Programming the DOBOT Magician] We programmed using Blockly with the dedicated software DOBOT Studio. We controlled the DOBOT to align three blocks vertically and two rows horizontally, each measuring 30mm. The software can be downloaded for free from the following page: https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the use of the robot arm.

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Tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video along with the actual programming screen and the movements of the DOBOT Magician. *Please watch the video from the [related videos] section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content [This time's theme: How fast can the DOBOT Magician move?] We verified the standard (factory default) speed, what we believe to be the maximum speed, and even tried to make it move faster, using the dedicated software DOBOT Studio for each setting. ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and usable in a wide range of scenes. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm. *DOBOT Magician product introduction page https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot

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Tabletop-sized small robot arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video along with the actual programming screen and the robot's movements. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page.* ■Video Content *Theme: Direct Teaching with DOBOT Magician* Using the dedicated software DOBOT Studio, we performed direct teaching with the teaching & playback function. Please check what you can do with the DOBOT Magician! ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. Afrel provides original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robot arm.

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Tabletop-sized small robotic arm DOBOT Magician. We will introduce its features in a video along with the actual programming screen and the robot's movements. *Please watch the video from the "Related Videos" section in the middle of this page. ■Video Content [This time's theme: Operation panel of DOBOT Magician (Pendant function)] Using the dedicated software DOBOT Studio, we conducted teaching with the operation panel (pendant function). Please check what you can do with the DOBOT Magician! ■About DOBOT Magician DOBOT Magician is a robotic arm equipped with a 4-axis arm, priced around 150,000 yen. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it suitable for various locations and applications. At Afrel, we provide original guides using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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This article introduces how to connect the small robot arm DOBOT Magician to a PLC. For more details, please visit the URL below. 【DOBOT External Connection Method (for PLC)】 https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot/technology-dobot/magician/software/44126/ ■What is DOBOT Magician Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, it is a small robot arm equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, lighting & drawing, and 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, making it easy for beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robot arm. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages to support the utilization of the robot arm.

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We will introduce how to connect the DOBOT Magician with analog sensors. For more details, please visit the URL below. 【DOBOT External Connection Method (for Analog Sensors)】 https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot/technology-dobot/magician/software/44128/ ■What is DOBOT Magician Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, it is a compact robotic arm equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, lighting & drawing, and 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenarios. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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We will introduce how to connect the DOBOT Magician to digital sensors. For more details, please visit the URL below. 【DOBOT External Connection Method (for Digital Sensors)】 https://afrel.co.jp/product/dobot/technology-dobot/magician/software/44127/ ■ What is DOBOT Magician Despite being priced around 150,000 yen, it is a compact robotic arm equipped with a 4-axis arm and comes with standard tool heads such as a gripper, suction cup kit, lighting & drawing, and a 3D printer. The dedicated software allows programming by arranging blocks, enabling even beginners to smoothly learn and operate the robotic arm. The main unit does not require prior safety training, making it easy to install and use in various locations and scenes. Afrel provides original guides (control learning texts) using dedicated software (DobotStudio) and programming languages (C, C#, Java, Python) to support the utilization of the robotic arm.

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