Add-on ROS2 : Perform your first simulated pick and place with the Niryo NED2

This add-on introduces a gripper to the simulated robot, enabling basic pick and place functionality. It enhances the realism of the simulation by allowing interaction with objects in the environment.
You will learn how to integrate the gripper, control its motion, and execute simple pick and place tasks using MoveIt2 and Gazebo. This extension is ideal for testing manipulation workflows and preparing for real-world deployment.

Let’s take the simulation a step further.

Course content :

1. Adding new components to the robot’s URDF, including the gripper
2. Manual setup of ROS2 controllers to control the gripper
3. Managing robot poses and action sequences with MoveIt2
4. Simulating object physics and interactions in Gazebo
5. Using ROS2 services for gripper control and automation