20240025074. Computer-Assisted Shingle Sawing Method and Installation simplified abstract (Clair Industrial Development Corporation Ltd.)

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Computer-Assisted Shingle Sawing Method and Installation

Organization Name

Clair Industrial Development Corporation Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Pierre Michaud of Clair (CA)

Computer-Assisted Shingle Sawing Method and Installation - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240025074 titled 'Computer-Assisted Shingle Sawing Method and Installation

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a computer-assisted method for optimizing the recovery of shingles from wood blocks. The method involves taking an image of a slab to be cut from a wood block and identifying a clear line and defect locations on the slab. Edge lines of recoverable shingles are determined based on optimal shingle grade recovery, and the next slab is sawed along these edge lines. The method also includes determining the inclination of the parting line for cutting the next slab for optimal shingle grade recovery. An installation is provided for carrying out these methods.

  • The method involves taking an image of a slab and identifying a clear line and defect locations.
  • Edge lines of recoverable shingles are determined based on optimal shingle grade recovery.
  • The next slab is sawed along these edge lines to release an optimum recovery of shingles.
  • The inclination of the parting line for cutting the next slab is determined for optimal shingle grade recovery.
  • An installation is provided for carrying out these methods.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Wood processing industry: This method can be used in wood processing facilities to optimize the recovery of shingles from wood blocks, improving efficiency and reducing waste.
  • Construction industry: The optimized recovery of shingles can lead to cost savings in the construction industry, as the recovered shingles can be used for roofing or siding purposes.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Inefficient shingle recovery: Traditional methods of shingle recovery may not maximize the use of wood blocks, resulting in lower recovery rates and increased waste.
  • Manual measurement and cutting: This method automates the process of identifying clear lines and defect locations, as well as determining optimal cutting angles, reducing the need for manual measurement and cutting.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Increased recovery rates: By optimizing the recovery of shingles, this method can increase the overall recovery rates of wood blocks, leading to higher efficiency and reduced waste.
  • Cost savings: The optimized recovery of shingles can result in cost savings for industries that rely on shingles for construction purposes.
  • Automation: The computer-assisted method automates various steps in the shingle recovery process, reducing the need for manual labor and improving overall efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

a computer-assisted shingle sawing method for recovery optimization using a 0-1 defect relative to the clear line, comprising the steps of taking an image of a next slab to be cut from a wood block; defining from that image, a clear line there-across; and locations of defect on that slab relative to the clear line, determining edge lines of shingles recoverable from the slab according to optimal shingle grade recovery; sawing the next slab along these edge lines, and sawing the next slab from the wood block, thereby releasing an optimum recovery of shingles from the slab. in another aspect there is provided a method for shingle recovery optimization using an optimization by inversion strategy, wherein the inclination of a parting line for cutting the next slab from the wood block is determined for optimal shingle grade recovery. there is also provided an installation for carrying out these methods.