Device and method for assigning a tool to a workpiece

Details Device and method for assigning a tool to a workpiece Device and method for assigning a tool to a workpiece

2006-06-06

2006-06-06

Compton, Eric (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Assembling or joining

C029S429000, C029S431000, C029S407100, C029S407090, C029S712000, C029S783000, C029S791000, C700S112000, C700S113000, C700S114000, C700S115000, C700S116000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07055233

ABSTRACT:
For assigning a tool to a workpiece conveyed on an assembly line, at least one transmitter is arranged in the area of an assembly line, and a receiver is arranged on the tool. An analyzing unit determines the distance of the tool from each transmitter, based on the transit times of at least one received signal, and an indicating device emits positions information regarding workpieces on the assembly line. An assignment unit assigns a tool or a tool position to a workpiece, based on at least one distance of the tool from the transmitter, and on the workpiece positions. The arrangement of the transmitters and receivers can also be interchanged.

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