Kinova Gen3 Lite Python

A python wrapper to interact with Kinova Gen3 Lite in the simplest way possible.

This wrapper is built based on the official Kinova Kortex2 API.

The official repository contains documentation and examples explaining how to use the Kortex Python.

Instructions

Prerequisites

• Download and install the latest Kortex API from the official repository.
• Ensure your Gen3 Lite has the latest firmware version according to the table.
• Follow the installation instructions provided in the Kortex documentation.

Connect to the robot

• Set up the robot on the table (perhaps done already).
• Connect the robot to a USB port as outlined in the official guide.

Launch connection scripts

• Try launching the connection script.
• Make sure to use the correct IP and Port settings.
• Double check the username and password.

Launching the sim

• pip install pybullet
• pip install numpy
• Make sure to use the correct IP and Port settings.
• Double check the username and password.

About Kinova Kortex

Good to know

The LED on the robot can signal the current status of the firmware.

The robot's different mounting components.