OFFLINE TEACHING DEVICE

Organization Name

panasonic intellectual property management co., ltd.

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OFFLINE TEACHING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240321142 titled 'OFFLINE TEACHING DEVICE

The patent application describes an offline teaching device that assists in teaching a robot to scan a three-dimensional region of a workpiece using a sensor.

Input unit receives operator operation
Acquisition unit acquires position information of weld line and scan range of sensor
Generation unit generates three-dimensional region to be scanned by sensor based on position information
Control unit generates assistance screen image with weld line and three-dimensional region in virtual space
Control unit creates teaching program for robot to scan three-dimensional region based on operator operation

Potential Applications: - Industrial automation - Quality control in manufacturing processes - Robotics programming and training

Problems Solved: - Streamlining the teaching process for robots - Improving accuracy and efficiency in scanning workpieces - Enhancing productivity in industrial settings

Benefits: - Increased precision in scanning tasks - Reduced human error in robot programming - Time and cost savings in manufacturing processes

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Robotics Teaching Device for Industrial Automation" This technology can be utilized in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics for automated scanning and inspection processes, leading to improved efficiency and quality control.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this device improve the efficiency of teaching robots in industrial settings? - This device streamlines the process of programming robots to scan workpieces accurately, saving time and reducing errors. 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this technology in manufacturing processes? - By improving the accuracy and efficiency of scanning tasks, this technology can lead to reduced rework and increased productivity, resulting in cost savings for companies.

Original Abstract Submitted

this offline teaching device includes an input unit capable of receiving an operator operation; an acquisition unit that acquires position information pertaining to a weld line of a workpiece and the scan range of a sensor for scanning the external shape of the workpiece; a generation unit that generates a three-dimensional region to be scanned by the sensor on the basis of the position information pertaining to the weld line and the scan range; and a control unit that generates and outputs an assistance screen image in which the weld line and the three-dimensional region are disposed in a virtual space, and that creates and outputs, on the basis of the operator operation, a teaching program for causing a robot that drives the sensor to scan the three-dimensional region shown in the assistance screen image.