Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – With testing or indicating
Patent
1995-06-06
2000-12-26
Bryant, David P.
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
With testing or indicating
294071, 29720, 29702, B23Q 1700
Patent
active
06163946&
ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatuses for assemblying, handling, and fabrication are disclosed in which targets are used on objects. The targets can be specifically applied to the object, or can be an otherwise normal feature of the object. Conveniently, the targets are removable from the object or covered by another object during an assemblying process. One or more robots and imaging devices for the targets are used. The robots can be used to handle or assemble a part, or a fixture may be used in conjunction with the robots. Conveniently, the CAD design system is used in designing the targets as well as for the assembly process using the targets. A plurality of targets can also be used to monitor and inspect a forming process such as on a sheet panel.
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Bryant David P.
Great Lakes Intellectual Property
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