18391659. LASER MACHINING APPARATUS simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
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LASER MACHINING APPARATUS
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LASER MACHINING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18391659 titled 'LASER MACHINING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a laser machining apparatus that can detect even a small deviation in laser light and estimate its form and direction.
- The apparatus includes a rotatable plate with a through hole for laser light to pass through.
- A meter measures the amount of laser light passing through the hole.
- A plate drive rotates the plate, while a transition detector detects changes in the passing laser amount as the plate rotates.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Detection of minute deviations in laser light.
- Estimation of the form and direction of the deviation.
- Rotatable plate with a through hole for laser light.
- Meter measures the passing laser amount.
- Transition detector detects changes in passing laser amount.
Potential Applications:
- Precision laser machining.
- Quality control in laser cutting processes.
- Alignment and calibration of laser systems.
Problems Solved:
- Detecting small deviations in laser light.
- Estimating the form and direction of the deviation accurately.
- Ensuring precision in laser machining processes.
Benefits:
- Improved accuracy in laser machining.
- Enhanced quality control in manufacturing processes.
- Increased efficiency in laser system calibration.
Commercial Applications: Precision laser cutting in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturing.
Prior Art: Prior research on laser alignment systems and precision machining technologies may provide insights into similar innovations.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in laser technology, precision machining, and quality control methods in manufacturing processes.
Questions about Laser Machining Apparatus: 1. How does the transition detector work in detecting changes in the passing laser amount? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this laser machining apparatus in industrial settings?
Original Abstract Submitted
To allow even a minute deviation of laser light to be detected and the form and direction of the deviation to be estimated. A laser machining apparatus includes a plate, a meter, a plate drive, and a transition detector. The plate is rotatable and irradiated with the laser light. A through hole is formed at a position spaced apart from the rotation axis of the plate. At least a part of the through hole is included in an irradiation area of the laser light. The through hole allows a part of the laser light to pass therethrough. The meter measures a passing laser amount as an amount of light or an amount of heat of the laser light passing through the through hole. The plate drive rotates the plate. The transition detector detects a transition of a measured value of the passing laser amount as the plate rotates.
