Learn ABB-RAPID with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Learn ABB robot hardware and safety principles
Understand RAPID programming syntax and commands
Practice motion programming with RobotStudio simulation
Integrate I/O, sensors, and peripheral devices
Develop complete cell automation projects
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Basic movement and coordinate systems
Week 2: Procedures, routines, and modular programming
Week 3: I/O handling and signal integration
Week 4: Multi-tasking, error handling, and synchronization
Week 5: Complete production cell programming and simulation
Interview Questions
What is ABB RAPID and why is it used?
Explain the difference between MoveL, MoveJ, and MoveC commands
How do you structure a RAPID program with modules and procedures?
How is I/O handled in RAPID for industrial automation?
Compare RAPID with other industrial robot programming languages
Cheat Sheet
PROC MyProcedure() ... ENDPROC - define procedure
VAR num myVar := 0; - declare variable
MoveL target, v100, z50, tool0; - linear move
SetDO doSignal, 1; - set digital output
WaitDI diSignal, 1; - wait for digital input
Books
ABB RAPID Programming for Industrial Robots
RobotStudio and RAPID for Automation Engineers
Advanced RAPID Techniques for Multi-Robot Cells
Industrial Robot Programming with ABB RAPID
Practical ABB RAPID Applications in Manufacturing
Tutorials
Getting started with ABB RAPID
Motion programming with MoveL, MoveJ, and MoveC
Working with I/O and signals in RAPID
Multi-tasking and error handling
Complete production cell programming example
Official Docs
https://new.abb.com/products/robotics/rapid
ABB RobotStudio Documentation
ABB IRC5 Controller and RAPID Programming Guides
Community Links
ABB Robotics Forum
RobotStudio user community
Industrial automation LinkedIn groups
RobotForum discussions
ABB support and training courses
Community Support
ABB RobotStudio forums and knowledge base
ABB Support and training courses
Industrial automation LinkedIn groups
RobotForum and robotics community discussions
Vendor-specific user communities