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Purpose

This study aims to achieve reliable sub-millimeter robotic assembly for small-scale components using vision-based control under calibration-limited industrial conditions.

Design/methodology/approach

A vision-based assembly strategy is proposed by integrating segmented image-based visual servoing and feature-based graph matching in an eye-in-hand configuration. The assembly state is regulated directly through two-dimensional image feature relationships without explicit 3D pose estimation.

Findings

Experiments on representative connector assembly tasks demonstrate sub-millimeter positioning accuracy and stable convergence under significant initial pose uncertainties using commercially available cameras, coarse calibration and reliably identifiable image features.

Originality/value

The proposed framework provides a practical solution for small-scale precision assembly by emphasizing feature-driven control and system-level robustness rather than high-precision sensing.

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