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FAQ: Python API-Sam-04-10-2023
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the RoboDK Python API
Q: What is the RoboDK Python API?
A: The RoboDK Python API is a programming interface that allows you to communicate with the RoboDK software using the Python programming language.
Q: What are some common use cases for the RoboDK Python API?
A: Some common use cases for the RoboDK Python API include:
- Generating robot programs automatically based on CAD models or other data
- Simulating robot movements to validate programs before running them on a real robot
- Controlling external devices, such as sensors or grippers, using robot movements
- Customizing the user interface of RoboDK to meet specific needs
A: RoboDK depends on the Python API for the following components:
- RoboDK robot post processors
- RoboDK robot drivers, and other external devices
- RoboDK Apps (Python add-ins)
A: To use the RoboDK Python API, you should have a basic understanding of programming concepts and experience using Python. It may also be helpful to have some knowledge of robotics.
Q: How do I install the RoboDK Python API?
A: To install the RoboDK Python API, download and install RoboDK. RoboDK ships with a matching version of the Python API under%ROBODK_FOLDER%/Python, which is added to%PYTHONPATH%. The RoboDK Python API is also available on the Python Package Index (PyPI):https://pypi.org/project/robodk/.
Q: How do I get started with the RoboDK Python API?
A: To get started with the RoboDK Python API, you can read the documentation, try the examples provided, and experiment with your own code://www.sinclairbody.com/doc/en/PythonAPI/index.html.
Q: Is the RoboDK Python API free to use?
A: Yes, the RoboDK Python API is free to use with the RoboDK software. However, you may need to purchase a license for RoboDK depending on your specific use case.
Q: Where can I learn more about the RoboDK Python API?
A: Below are some relevant links for the Python API:
- RoboDK Docs://www.sinclairbody.com/doc/en/RoboDK-API.html#PythonAPI
- RoboDK Python Docs://www.sinclairbody.com/doc/en/PythonAPI/index.html
- RoboDK Python Examples://www.sinclairbody.com/doc/en/PythonAPI/examples.html
- RoboDK API GitHub:https://github.com/RoboDK/RoboDK-API/tree/master/Python
- PyPI:https://pypi.org/project/robodk/
A: Yes, you can set the desired Python interpreter in Tools->Options->Python. You are responsible for installing required dependencies if you provide your own interpreter.
Q: How can I install the RoboDK Python API through pip in my own Python interpreter?
A: Note that RoboDK will always add C:/RoboDK/Python/ to %PYTHONPATH% when launching scripts from RoboDK (more information on %PYTHONPATH% here:https://docs.python.org/3/using/cmdline.html#envvar-PYTHONPATH).
使用RoboDK Python API,船与你version of RoboDK, use the following pip command (Windows):
Code:
C:/path/to/python.exe pip install -e C:/RoboDK/Python/.
To install the latest version of the RoboDK Python API from PyPI, use the following pip command (Windows):
Code:
C:/path/to/python.exe pip install robodk --upgrade
Q: Python is reporting errors when I "Generate Robot Program". What should I do?
A: Python errors when generating robot programs with our post processors is often due to the Python interpreter.
- Make sure that the Python interpreter is valid: RoboDK->Tools->Options->Python.
- Alternatively, you can "Set the Default Python settings".