Learn KUKA-KRL with Real Code Examples

Install KUKA WorkVisual for offline programming

Use KUKA KRC controller to upload programs

Set up robot coordinate frames (BASE, TOOL)

Configure I/O and sensors

Test programs using simulation mode before running on robot

Install KUKA WorkVisual and/or Sim Pro

Connect to KRC controller or OfficeLite

Define workcell, frames, and tools

Configure I/O and safety modules

Test simple movements before complex sequences

Program files (.SRC/.PRG)

Tool and base frames

Configuration for I/O and sensors

Motion parameters (speed, acceleration)

Optional simulation and log files

Load program to KRC controller

Run program in Auto mode

Step through program for debugging

Set speed and override parameters

Monitor I/O and errors via KUKA SmartPad

KRL syntax consistent across languages

WorkVisual supports multiple user interface languages

Programs deploy worldwide without changes

Comments can be localized

Documentation and training materials multilingual

Programs accessible via SmartPad or WorkVisual

Offline simulation environment for development

Remote monitoring via KUKA interfaces

Documentation available online

Community tutorials and training programs

Robot SmartPad provides program interface

WorkVisual IDE for offline project visualization

Simulation software for motion preview

Console messages and status displays

Minimal UI; focus on motion accuracy and safety

Program variables track robot positions and task states

I/O signals update in real-time

Motion commands manage joint and Cartesian positions

Subprogram calls maintain execution state

Interrupts handle safety and sensor events immediately

Store target positions and paths in program variables

Use arrays for repeated positions

Log errors, I/O, and execution state

Integrate sensor readings for conditional actions

Export and import programs for version control