Method for monitoring proper fastening of an article of...

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2006-06-20

2006-06-20

Cozart, Jermie (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

With testing or indicating

C029S407050, C029S407100, C029S707000, C029S712000, C029S525010

Reexamination Certificate

active

07062831

ABSTRACT:
A more reliable and fool-proof method and apparatus for assembling an article of assembly (e.g. with predetermined screw torque requirements) in which the article of assembly has multiple fastening locations. The method comprises holding the article of assembly fixed while providing at least two different types of targets fixed relative to the article of assembly that correspond to the individual fastening locations. Fasteners are fastened into the article of assembly at the fastening locations. When fastening is occurring at one of the fastening locations, one of the targets is being sensed. Based on the target sensed, a target output is generated that differentiates between different types of targets thereby indicating fastening location of the fastening tool. The electronic target output is used for electronic control such as for stopping a conveyor to keep the article of assembly at an assembly station until the fastening operations have been completed.

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