18254763. PRODUCTION SYSTEM simplified abstract (FANUC CORPORATION)
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PRODUCTION SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
Wataru Miyazaki of Yamanashi (JP)
PRODUCTION SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18254763 titled 'PRODUCTION SYSTEM
The present invention aims to create a production system where a robot can track a workpiece within its operable range. This system includes a workpiece transport device, a robot, and a robot movement device. The robot follows the workpiece as it is transported, ensuring it stays within the operable range.
- Workpiece transport device for moving the workpiece
- Robot for performing operations on the workpiece
- Robot movement device for controlling the robot's movement
- Determination unit to check if the workpiece is within the operable range
- Position correction unit to adjust the workpiece's position if it exceeds the operable range
Potential Applications: - Manufacturing processes - Assembly lines - Quality control systems
Problems Solved: - Ensuring the robot operates within a safe range - Preventing damage to the workpiece - Improving efficiency in production processes
Benefits: - Increased precision in robot operations - Reduced risk of errors or accidents - Enhanced productivity in manufacturing
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Production System for Manufacturing Processes" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, electronics, and aerospace for efficient and precise manufacturing processes. It can streamline production lines, improve quality control, and optimize operations.
Prior Art: Researchers can explore existing patents related to robotic systems, workpiece tracking, and production automation to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence to enhance the capabilities of production systems like the one described in this patent application.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this production system improve efficiency in manufacturing processes? - The system ensures that the robot follows the workpiece accurately, reducing errors and increasing productivity. 2. What industries can benefit the most from this technology? - Industries such as automotive, electronics, and aerospace can significantly benefit from this enhanced production system.
Original Abstract Submitted
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a production system in which it is possible to cause a robot to follow a workpiece so that the position of the workpiece never exceeds an operable range of the robot. This production system comprises a workpiece transport device that transports a workpiece, a robot, and a robot movement device that causes the robot to move, the production system being such that when the workpiece is transported by the workpiece transport device, the robot is moved by the robot movement device and performs an operation while following the workpiece, wherein the production system has: a determination unit that, while the robot is moving so as to follow the workpiece, determines whether the position of the workpiece relative to the robot has exceeded an operable range in which the robot can operate on the workpiece; and a position correction unit that, when it is determined by the determination unit that the position of the workpiece relative to the robot has exceeded the operable range, controls driving of the workpiece transport device and/or the robot movement device to correct the position so that the position of the workpiece relative to the robot enters the operable range.
