Learn KUKA-SUNRISE-EXTENSIONS with Real Code Examples

Automating assembly with coordinated multi-axis motion

Integrating robot with vision system for part identification

Implementing force-sensitive insertion tasks

Simulating pick-and-place operations before deployment

Connecting robot to PLC for factory automation control

Ensure library JAR files are properly included in project

Verify robot controller firmware matches library version

Check licensing for any paid modules

Simulate tasks to catch runtime exceptions

Debug communication with external sensors or PLCs

Test individual modules in Workbench simulator

Validate motion paths and I/O triggers

Check safety module limits under different scenarios

Monitor logs during deployment to real robot

Conduct integration testing with external devices

Deploy Java program to KUKA Sunrise controller

Run program in controlled production environment

Use simulation first for safety validation

Enable remote monitoring via network APIs

Package extensions and project files for repeatable deployment

KUKA Sunrise Workbench IDE

Sunrise Extension Java libraries

Robot controller with Sunrise OS

Simulation tools included in Workbench

PLC and sensor integration APIs

PLC protocols: Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, Modbus

Vision systems and cameras

Enterprise software (MES, ERP) via network APIs

Force/torque sensors and safety devices

Simulation and offline programming environments

Use templates and example projects

Leverage pre-built extension modules for common tasks

Simulate before deploying to physical robots

Organize code in modular packages

Document all configuration and parameter settings

Managing complex motion sequences

Integrating external sensors reliably

Ensuring safety compliance in software

Debugging real-time interactions on robot

Coordinating multiple concurrent tasks