Gm global technology operations llc (20240227166). OVERSPRAY-FREE ROBOTIC PAINT SYSTEM INCLUDING FIXTURE LIFTING, POSITIONING, AND ORIENTING ROBOTS simplified abstract
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OVERSPRAY-FREE ROBOTIC PAINT SYSTEM INCLUDING FIXTURE LIFTING, POSITIONING, AND ORIENTING ROBOTS
Organization Name
gm global technology operations llc
Inventor(s)
John Patrick Spicer of Plymouth MI (US)
Miguel Arturo Saez of Clarkston MI (US)
Jorge F. Arinez of Rochester Hills MI (US)
OVERSPRAY-FREE ROBOTIC PAINT SYSTEM INCLUDING FIXTURE LIFTING, POSITIONING, AND ORIENTING ROBOTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240227166 titled 'OVERSPRAY-FREE ROBOTIC PAINT SYSTEM INCLUDING FIXTURE LIFTING, POSITIONING, AND ORIENTING ROBOTS
The abstract describes an overspray-free paint system consisting of a paint robot with an overspray-free paint applicator and a first fixture robot for positioning a fixture assembly that holds an object to be painted.
- The paint system includes a paint robot with an overspray-free paint applicator.
- A first fixture robot is used to lift and orient a fixture assembly that holds the object to be painted.
- The first fixture robot has a gripper to grab a portion of the fixture assembly and lift it into position for painting.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for painting vehicles without overspray. - Manufacturing industry for painting various objects with precision.
Problems Solved: - Eliminates overspray during the painting process. - Ensures accurate and efficient painting of objects.
Benefits: - Reduced paint waste and environmental impact. - Improved paint quality and finish. - Increased productivity and cost savings.
Commercial Applications: Title: "Overspray-Free Paint System for Precision Painting Applications" This technology can be used in automotive manufacturing plants, industrial painting facilities, and other industries requiring precise and efficient painting processes.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the overspray-free paint system improve efficiency in painting processes? - The system eliminates overspray, reducing paint waste and ensuring precise painting of objects. 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this paint system? - By reducing paint waste and improving paint quality, businesses can save on material costs and increase productivity.
Original Abstract Submitted
an overspray-free paint system includes: a paint robot including an overspray-free paint applicator; and a first fixture robot for lifting and orienting a fixture assembly relative to at least one of the paint robot and the overspray-free paint applicator, the fixture assembly configured to hold an object to be painted by the overspray-free paint applicator, the first fixture robot including a first gripper configured to grab a first portion of the fixture assembly, and the first fixture robot configured to lift and orient the fixture assembly via the first gripper.
