Abstract: A method and system for automatically setting a payload weight value for a collaborative robot, where one or more objects are picked up by a robot gripper, the weight of the objects is automatically determined by a force sensor and the weight is used for the payload, and the payload value is automatically adjusted when any of the objects is dropped off. Only one weight measurement is needed when all objects are known to be of the same weight, and objects of different weights can be handled with a weight measurement for each object. The system handles payload adjustment automatically without the need for manual adjustment or custom programming. The robot uses the payload weight value when detecting any externally applied force indicating contact with an operator or other object, and also for ensuring that payload accelerations do not exceed gripping force capacity or robot joint load limits.

Abstract: The present application is directed towards a database that includes discoverable information regarding various products available. Each entry within the catalog includes any related discoverable information associated with products that fall in categories such as software, hardware, computing devices, and cloud-based services. Furthermore the catalog can be updated automatically to ensure that the information stored within the catalog is up-to-date and responsive to the needs of the customer.