Learn URSCRIPT with Real Code Examples

Interpreted script executed by the UR robot controller

Robot motion handled via real-time kinematics engine

I/O and sensor data accessed through built-in functions

Script can call external programs via network sockets

Safety features (collision detection, speed limits) built-in

URScript commands interpreted by UR controller

Motion executed via robot kinematics engine

I/O commands communicate with robot peripherals

External network commands received via TCP/IP

Safety constraints enforced by controller in real-time

Top-level script with sequential commands

Functions for repetitive tasks

Loops and conditionals for decision-making

I/O abstraction for tools and sensors

Optional network interface for remote control

Collaborative robotic work cells

Pick-and-place automation lines

Laboratory robotic experiments

Small-scale manufacturing automation

Tool-based material handling systems

Simple, human-readable scripting

Direct robot control without external software dependency

Safety-oriented commands and limits

Flexible I/O and sensor integration

Modular scripts for reusability

Segment scripts into reusable functions

Use loops and conditionals for repeated sequences

Integrate URCaps for extended functionality

Combine with ROS for multi-robot coordination

Use networked scripts for remote control and monitoring

Update legacy URScript syntax for new controller versions

Adjust I/O mapping for new robot models

Validate paths and speed/acceleration settings

Test all sensor and tool integrations

Run simulation in URSim before physical execution