Get Standard Analog Input
SUMMARY
Get Standard Analog Input returns the current value of a standard analog input channel on the robot controller. The two standard analog inputs (index 0 and 1) can be configured for current (0–20 mA) or voltage (0–10 V) mode in the PolyScope interface.
SUPPORTED ROBOTS
This skill is currently supported on Universal Robots only. Calling this method on other robot brands will raise a NotImplementedError.
The Skill
value = robot.get_standard_analog_input(index=0)The Code
Example: Read Both Standard Analog Inputs
Connect to the robot, read both standard analog inputs, and log the values.
from loguru import logger
from telekinesis.synapse.robots.manipulators import universal_robots
robot_ip = "192.168.1.2" # replace with your robot's IP
robot = universal_robots.UniversalRobotsUR10E()
# Connect
robot.connect(ip=robot_ip)
v0 = robot.get_standard_analog_input(0)
logger.info(f"Standard analog input 0: {v0:.4f} V/A")
v1 = robot.get_standard_analog_input(1)
logger.info(f"Standard analog input 1: {v1:.4f} V/A")
# Disconnect
robot.disconnect()The Explanation of the Code
get_standard_analog_input reads the value of the specified standard analog input channel. The returned value is in the unit configured on the controller — either amperes [A] for current-mode or volts [V] for voltage-mode inputs. Index 0 maps to analog input 0 (AI0), and index 1 maps to analog input 1 (AI1).
How to Tune the Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
index | int | — | Analog input index: 0 for AI0, 1 for AI1. |
Return Value
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
float | Analog input value [A or V], depending on the input mode configured on the controller. |
Where to Use the Skill
- Sensor reading — Read analog sensors (pressure, temperature, force) connected to the controller's analog inputs
- Feedback monitoring — Sample continuous process signals during robot operation
When Not to Use the Skill
Do not use Get Standard Analog Input when:
- You need the analog output value — use Get Standard Analog Output instead