robco_ros2
==========

RobCo robots provide an interface to the `Robot Operating System (ROS) <https://www.ros.org/>`_.
Currently, ROS 2 Jazzy Jalisco (``jazzy``) is supported.

.. note::
   RobCo's ROS 2 integration is in active development and should be considered alpha-state
   software. **Bugs and breaking changes are to be expected.** Please report any bugs you encounter
   `here <https://gitlab.com/robco-public/ros/robco_ros2/-/issues>`_.

.. note::
   The ROS 2 integration is not yet installed by default on RobCo robots shipping as of March 2025.
   If you are interested in access to the ROS 2 interface, please get in touch with
   support@robco.de.

.. attention::
   The ROS 2 interface on RobCo robots is mainly geared towards researchers and provides a very
   low-level interface to the robot's controller. Depending on the specific interfaces used, some
   safety features might not be available. Never operate a robot with personnel within its reach.
   **Always ensure the workspace is clear of others and read the user manual shipped with the
   robot before operation.** 

.. toctree::
   :maxdepth: 1

   robco_ros2/getting_started.rst
   robco_ros2/packages.rst