Inspection system and method

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1988-09-22

1990-07-03

Noland, Tom

Measuring and testing

Inspecting

198460, 414223, G01B 2100

Patent

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049380826

ABSTRACT:
An automated inspection system for identifying geometric or electromagnetic characteristics of parts includes a rotary feeder that arranges bulk parts in a single-file stream on its rim. A first deflector mechanism is connected to the feeder for providing predetermined minimum spacing between the parts on the rim. The first deflector mechanism includes, for example, a detector for detecting parts travelling on the rim, a gate for diverting parts from the rim when the spacing between consecutive parts is less than the predetermined minimum spacing, and an actuator responsive to signals from the detector to selectively pivot the gate. Further, the inspection system includes an inspection device for inspecting parts fed by the feeder means past the deflector mechanism.

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