Broken tool detection system

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2007-04-02

2008-09-09

Von Buhr, M. N. (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Product assembly or manufacturing

Reexamination Certificate

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07424338

ABSTRACT:
A system for detecting the presence of a broken tool in a manufacturing line uses a robot device separately positioned along the line. The robot unit has a plurality of probes which are inserted into openings in the item to detect the presence of a broken tool. The robot mounted detector replaces broken tool detectors mounted on index arms that support a plurality of gangheads that perform the machining operations on the item, allowing increased flexibility in the allocation and positioning the gangheads, and providing more effective broken tool detection.

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