(1) The dedicated manipulator is a mechanical device attached to the host, with a fixed (sometimes adjustable) program without an independent control system. The special manipulator has the characteristics of less movement, single work object, simple structure, reliable work, etc., which is suitable for mass automated production. It is widely used in light industry and electronic industries.
(2) Universal manipulator It is a manipulator with an independent control system, variable programs, and flexible actions. The general-purpose manipulator has a large working range, high positioning accuracy, and strong versatility. It is suitable for medium and small batch automatic production with continuously changing production varieties. It is widely used in flexible automatic production lines.