View source for 20240033934. TOOL CHECKING DEVICE, STORAGE DEVICE STORING TOOL CHECKING PROGRAM, AND TOOL CHECKING METHOD FOR ROBOT ARM simplified abstract (MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD.)

=TOOL CHECKING DEVICE, STORAGE DEVICE STORING TOOL CHECKING PROGRAM, AND TOOL CHECKING METHOD FOR ROBOT ARM=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD.|MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD.]]


[[Category:MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Junta Hirayama of Tokyo (JP)|Junta Hirayama of Tokyo (JP)]][[Category:Junta Hirayama of Tokyo (JP)]]

[[:Category:Masaru Tokumoto of Tokyo (JP)|Masaru Tokumoto of Tokyo (JP)]][[Category:Masaru Tokumoto of Tokyo (JP)]]

[[:Category:Tomoki Yamashita of Tokyo (JP)|Tomoki Yamashita of Tokyo (JP)]][[Category:Tomoki Yamashita of Tokyo (JP)]]

[[:Category:Kenichiro Kimura of Tokyo (JP)|Kenichiro Kimura of Tokyo (JP)]][[Category:Kenichiro Kimura of Tokyo (JP)]]

==TOOL CHECKING DEVICE, STORAGE DEVICE STORING TOOL CHECKING PROGRAM, AND TOOL CHECKING METHOD FOR ROBOT ARM - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240033934 titled 'TOOL CHECKING DEVICE, STORAGE DEVICE STORING TOOL CHECKING PROGRAM, AND TOOL CHECKING METHOD FOR ROBOT ARM

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes a tool checking device for a robot arm. The device includes a tool movement control unit, an imaging control unit, and a determination unit. 

* The tool movement control unit controls the robot arm to move a tool attached to it to a defined position.
* The imaging control unit controls an imaging device to capture an image of the tool at the defined position.
* The determination unit analyzes the captured image to determine if the tool satisfies a specific tool condition, such as tool type or tool state.

Potential applications of this technology:

* Quality control in manufacturing: The tool checking device can be used to ensure that the correct tool is attached to the robot arm before performing a task, preventing errors or damage.
* Maintenance and inspection: The device can be used to check the condition of tools, such as checking for wear and tear or damage, allowing for timely maintenance or replacement.
* Safety assurance: By verifying the tool condition, the device can help prevent accidents or malfunctions caused by using faulty or inappropriate tools.

Problems solved by this technology:

* Tool verification: The device solves the problem of manually checking if the correct tool is attached to the robot arm, reducing human error and saving time.
* Tool condition assessment: The device automates the process of assessing the condition of tools, ensuring they meet the required standards and reducing the risk of using faulty tools.

Benefits of this technology:

* Efficiency: The tool checking device streamlines the tool verification process, improving overall operational efficiency.
* Accuracy: By using imaging technology, the device provides accurate and objective assessments of tool conditions.
* Safety: The device helps ensure that only appropriate and well-maintained tools are used, enhancing workplace safety.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

a tool checking device for a robot arm includes: a tool movement control unit configured to control the robot arm so as to move a tool attached to the robot arm to a defined position; an imaging control unit configured to control an imaging device so as to capture an image of the tool moved to the defined position; and a determination unit configured to determine whether the tool satisfies a tool condition regarding a tool type or tool state that needs to be satisfied, on the basis of a captured image imaged by the imaging device.



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