A 3DP equipment processing monitoring system and method

By designing a monitoring system in 3DP equipment and real-time monitoring of inkjet systems and molded surfaces, the problem of lack of real-time control and defect monitoring during the processing of 3DP equipment is solved, and the workpiece quality and yield improvement is achieved.

CN118927628BActive Publication Date: 2025-03-21BEIJING SANDI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202410982264.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
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Filing Date
2024-07-22
Publication Date
2025-03-21
Estimated Expiration
2044-07-22

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Technical Problem

The lack of real-time control and defect monitoring functions during the processing of 3DP equipment, resulting in inaccurate inkjet volume, low molding surface accuracy and unstable workpiece quality.

Method used

Design a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring system to monitor the inkjet system and molded surfaces in real time through image detection modules, monitoring modules, process databases and control modules, timely discover and correct defects, and adjust processing parameters in real time.

Benefits of technology

The quality improvement and yield improvement of 3DP adhesive spray molded workpieces are achieved, process adjustment, quality monitoring and defect repair are carried out in real time, and the problems of large errors and low efficiency in traditional methods are solved.

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a 3DP equipment processing monitoring system, including: an image detection module is arranged above a molding platform, for collecting image data of printed products; a first monitoring module is arranged on a printing mechanism, for collecting first state data of a molding surface when the printing mechanism completes printing of a current layer; a second monitoring module is arranged on a powder spreading device, for collecting second state data of a molding surface during the working process of the powder spreading device; a process database is used to store printing parameters and processing methods; and a control module is respectively connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database, for receiving image data, first state data and second state data, and respectively comparing them with printing parameters, and performing corresponding processing based on the processing method when the data is abnormal. The molding surface in the 3DP equipment is monitored in real time, and defects are discovered and corrected in time.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of equipment monitoring, and more particularly to a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring system and method. Background Art

[0002] At present, 3DP (Three-Dimensional Printing) technology, especially binder jetting technology, as an important additive manufacturing technology, shows great potential in the manufacturing industry.

[0003] However, due to the complexity of the inkjet system and the diversity of molding materials, the 3DP process often faces many challenges in practical applications, such as inaccurate inkjet volume, low molding surface accuracy, unstable workpiece quality, etc. The current 3DP equipment processing process does not have the function of real-time process control, nor does it have the function of defect monitoring and repair during the production process.

[0004] Therefore, how to monitor the molding surface in the 3DP equipment and promptly discover and correct defects is a problem that technical personnel in this field urgently need to solve. Summary of the invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring system and method. By real-time monitoring of the inkjet system and molding surface in the 3DP equipment and comparing and analyzing them with the process database, defects can be discovered and corrected in time, and processing parameters can be adjusted in real time, thereby improving the quality and yield rate of 3DP binder injection molding workpieces.

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A 3DP equipment processing monitoring system is used to monitor 3DP equipment, wherein the 3DP equipment includes a printing mechanism, a powder spreading device and a molding platform, and includes: an image detection module, a first monitoring module, a second monitoring module, a process database and a control module;

[0008] The image detection module is arranged above the forming platform and is used to collect image data of the printed product;

[0009] The first monitoring module is disposed on the printing mechanism and is used to collect first state data of the molding surface when the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer;

[0010] The second monitoring module is arranged on the powder spreading device and is used to collect second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device;

[0011] The process database is used to store printing parameters and processing methods;

[0012] The control module is connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database respectively, and is used to receive the image data, the first status data and the second status data, and compare them with the printing parameters respectively, and perform corresponding processing based on the processing method when the data is abnormal.

[0013] Preferably, the control module includes: an inkjet control processing unit, a printing control processing unit and a powder spreading control processing unit;

[0014] The inkjet control processing unit is used to receive the image data and compare it with the printing parameters. When a first comparison deviation is less than a first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

[0015] Preferably, the printing control processing unit is used to receive the first status data and compare it with the printing parameters. When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to the second threshold, a second adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the second threshold, a first pause signal is sent to pause processing and a first prompt message is sent; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the third threshold, a first termination signal is sent to terminate processing and a first warning message is sent.

[0016] Preferably, the powder spreading control processing unit is used to receive the second status data and compare it with the printing parameters. When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to the fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method, and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within the predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate processing, and a second warning message is sent.

[0017] Preferably, the process database further stores: a data processing algorithm;

[0018] The control module also includes: a personalized setting module;

[0019] The personalized setting module is used to execute the processing process of different inkjet parameters for each layer based on the data processing algorithm according to the workpiece layer file or user settings.

[0020] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a 3DP equipment processing monitoring method, comprising:

[0021] Collect image data of printed products;

[0022] When the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer, collecting first state data of the molding surface;

[0023] Collecting second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device;

[0024] Get printing parameters and processing methods;

[0025] Based on the image data, the first status data and the second status data, they are compared with the printing parameters respectively, and when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method.

[0026] Preferably, when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, specifically including:

[0027] receiving the image data, and comparing the image data with the printing parameters to obtain a first comparison deviation;

[0028] When the first contrast deviation is less than a first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

[0029] Preferably, when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, and further includes:

[0030] receiving the first state data, and comparing the data with the printing parameters to obtain a second comparison deviation;

[0031] When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to a second threshold, generating a second adjustment parameter based on the processing method and sending it to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing;

[0032] When the second comparison deviation is greater than a second threshold, a first pause signal is sent to pause processing, and a first prompt message is sent;

[0033] When the second comparison deviation is greater than a third threshold, a first termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a first warning message is sent.

[0034] Preferably, when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, and further includes:

[0035] receiving the second state data, and comparing the second state data with the printing parameter to obtain a third comparison deviation;

[0036] When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to a fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing;

[0037] When the third comparison deviation is greater than a fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within a predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing;

[0038] When the third comparison deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a second warning message is sent.

[0039] In a third aspect, the present invention provides a computer device, including a processor, a communication interface, a memory and a communication bus, wherein the processor, the communication interface and the memory communicate with each other via the communication bus;

[0040] Memory, used to store computer programs;

[0041] The processor, when used to execute the program stored in the memory, can implement a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring method as described in the second aspect.

[0042] It can be seen from the above technical solutions that, compared with the prior art, the present invention discloses a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring system and method, which can timely discover and correct defects and adjust processing parameters in real time by real-time monitoring of the inkjet system and molding surface in the 3DP equipment, and compare and analyze with the process database, so as to improve the quality and yield rate of 3DP binder injection molding workpieces; during the workpiece molding process, process adjustments, quality monitoring and defect repair can be carried out in real time, which improves the workpiece quality and workpiece performance, saves production time and production costs, and improves production efficiency; solves the problems of large errors and low efficiency in traditional methods, and also provides strong support for the widespread application of 3DP technology. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without paying creative work.

[0044] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a 3DP equipment processing monitoring system provided by the present invention.

[0045] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control module structure provided by the present invention.

[0046] Figure 3 A flow chart of a 3DP equipment processing monitoring method provided by the present invention.

[0047] Figure 4This is a structural block diagram of the computer device provided by the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0048] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0049] Example 1

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, the embodiment of the present invention discloses a 3DP equipment processing monitoring system, which is applied to monitor 3DP equipment, the 3DP equipment includes a printing mechanism, a powder spreading device and a molding platform, including: an image detection module, a first monitoring module, a second monitoring module, a process database and a control module;

[0051] The image detection module is arranged above the forming platform and is used to collect image data of the printed product;

[0052] The first monitoring module is disposed on the printing mechanism and is used to collect first state data of the molding surface when the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer;

[0053] The second monitoring module is arranged on the powder spreading device, and is used to collect the second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device;

[0054] Process database for storing printing parameters and processing methods;

[0055] The control module is connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database respectively, and is used to receive image data, first state data and second state data, and compare them with printing parameters respectively, and perform corresponding processing based on the processing method when the data is abnormal.

[0056] Example 2

[0057] The embodiment of the present invention discloses a 3DP equipment processing monitoring system, which is applied to monitor 3DP equipment, wherein the 3DP equipment includes a printing mechanism, a powder spreading device and a molding platform, and includes: an image detection module, a first monitoring module, a second monitoring module, a process database and a control module;

[0058] The image detection module is arranged above the forming platform and is used to collect image data of the printed product.

[0059] Preferably, the image detection module is used to monitor and collect image data of the product after printing, and the image data at least includes: the overall appearance, size and other key characteristic parameters of the product.

[0060] The first monitoring module is arranged on the printing mechanism, and is used for collecting the first state data of the molding surface when the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer.

[0061] Preferably, in this embodiment, the first monitoring module uses a high-resolution camera or a laser scanner to scan the molding surface to obtain three-dimensional topographic data of the surface as the first state data.

[0062] Preferably, the first monitoring module collects the corresponding first status data when the current layer is printed to perform quality monitoring, and can monitor the printing quality and effect of each layer in the printing process in real time to avoid the deviation of the current layer affecting the next layer, thereby causing the deviation to accumulate layer by layer and affect the quality of the entire product.

[0063] The second monitoring module is arranged on the powder spreading device, and is used for collecting the second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device.

[0064] Preferably, in this embodiment, the second monitoring module uses a high-resolution camera or a laser scanner to scan the molding surface during the operation of the powder laying device to obtain three-dimensional morphology data of the surface as the second state data. It can monitor the molding surface of the current layer of the product during the operation of the powder laying device in real time, avoid abnormal parameter deviations during the powder laying process, and further ensure the quality of the printed products.

[0065] Preferably, the image detection module, the first monitoring module and the second monitoring module do not interfere with each other.

[0066] Process database, used to store printing parameters and processing methods.

[0067] Preferably, in view of the huge differences in the use of materials, applicable models, process parameters and performance requirements of 3DP processes, a unified process database is established. The database covers information such as printing parameters, test results, equipment used, processes, models, materials, processing methods and data processing algorithms of various 3D printing processes, providing rich data support for process optimization.

[0068] The control module is connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database respectively, and is used to receive image data, first state data and second state data, and compare them with printing parameters respectively, and perform corresponding processing based on the processing method when the data is abnormal.

[0069] Preferably, the control module is connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database respectively by wired or wireless means, and can receive a variety of data in real time and perform corresponding processing, and at the same time compare with the printing parameters in the process database, so as to monitor the product printing quality of each link in the product printing process in real time, and handle the data abnormalities in time to avoid cumulative errors and affect subsequent steps.

[0070] Preferably, Figure 2 As shown, the control module includes: an inkjet control processing unit, a printing control processing unit and a powder spreading control processing unit;

[0071] The inkjet control processing unit is used to receive image data and compare it with the printing parameters. When a first comparison deviation is less than a first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on a processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

[0072] Preferably, the inkjet control processing unit receives the image data for preprocessing and compares it with the printing parameters to promptly detect defects such as uneven surface, depressions, or deviation in the amount of adhesive sprayed on the printed product, and generates a first adjustment parameter based on the defects and corresponding processing methods, which is sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

[0073] Preferably, the inkjet control system performs corresponding processing, including: inkjet compensation or printed product surface correction.

[0074] Preferably, the printing control processing unit is used to receive first status data and compare it with the printing parameters to obtain a second contrast deviation. When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to a second threshold, a second adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the second threshold, a first pause signal is sent to pause processing and a first prompt message is sent; when the second contrast deviation is greater than a third threshold, a first termination signal is sent to terminate processing and a first warning message is sent.

[0075] Preferably, the printing control processing unit makes a judgment based on the second contrast deviation. When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to the second threshold value, it is determined to be a repairable situation, and the printing mechanism is promptly controlled to perform compensation processing; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the second threshold value, it is determined to be an unrepairable situation, and the processing is automatically suspended, and relevant personnel are prompted to handle it; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the third threshold value, it is determined to be a situation where processing cannot continue, and the processing is automatically terminated, and a warning message is issued to alert relevant personnel.

[0076] Preferably, the powder spreading control processing unit is used to receive second status data, and compare it with the printing parameters to obtain a third contrast deviation. When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to a fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method, and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within a predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate processing, and a second warning message is sent.

[0077] Preferably, the powder spreading control processing unit makes a judgment based on the third contrast deviation. When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to the fourth threshold, it is determined to be a repairable situation, and the powder spreading device is promptly controlled to perform correction and compensation processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fourth threshold, it is determined to be an unrepairable situation, and relevant personnel are prompted to handle it. If there is no response within the preset time, the processing is automatically suspended; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, it is determined to be a situation where processing cannot continue, the processing is automatically terminated, and a warning message is issued to alert relevant personnel.

[0078] Preferably, the process database also stores: a data processing algorithm;

[0079] The control module also includes: a personalized setting module;

[0080] The personalized setting module is used to execute the processing process of different inkjet parameters for each layer based on the data processing algorithm according to the workpiece layer file or user settings. It can customize the inkjet parameters of each layer of the printed product according to actual conditions, which improves the convenience of system use and further improves the customer experience.

[0081] Example 3

[0082] like Figure 3 As shown, a 3DP equipment processing monitoring method includes:

[0083] Collect image data of printed products;

[0084] When the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer, collecting first state data of the molding surface;

[0085] Collecting second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device;

[0086] Get printing parameters and processing methods;

[0087] Based on the image data, the first state data and the second state data, they are compared with the printing parameters respectively, and when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method.

[0088] Example 4

[0089] A 3DP equipment processing monitoring method, comprising:

[0090] Collect image data of printed products:

[0091] Preferably, image data of the product after printing is collected, and the image data at least includes: the overall appearance, size and other key characteristic parameters of the product

[0092] When the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer, the first state data of the molding surface is collected:

[0093] Preferably, in this embodiment, a high-resolution camera or a laser scanner is used to scan the molding surface to obtain three-dimensional topographic data of the surface as the first state data.

[0094] Preferably, the corresponding first status data is collected at the end of printing the current layer to perform quality monitoring, which can monitor the printing quality and effect of each layer during the printing process in real time to avoid the deviation of the current layer affecting the next layer, thereby causing the deviation to accumulate layer by layer and affect the quality of the entire product.

[0095] The second state data of the molding surface is collected during the working process of the powder spreading device:

[0096] Preferably, in this embodiment, a high-resolution camera or a laser scanner is used to scan the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device to obtain three-dimensional morphology data of the surface as the second state data. This can monitor the molding surface of the current layer of the product during the operation of the powder spreading device in real time, avoid abnormal parameter deviations during the powder spreading process, and further ensure the quality of the printed products.

[0097] Get printing parameters and processing methods:

[0098] Preferably, the printing parameters of the product to be printed and processed and the method for handling parameter abnormalities are obtained based on the process database.

[0099] Based on the image data, the first state data and the second state data, they are compared with the printing parameters respectively, and when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method.

[0100] Preferably, when data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, specifically including:

[0101] Receiving image data and comparing it with the printing parameters to obtain a first comparison deviation;

[0102] When the first contrast deviation is less than the first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

[0103] Preferably, the first adjustment parameter includes: inkjet volume and inkjet speed; the corresponding processing includes: inkjet compensation or printed product surface correction.

[0104] Preferably, when data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, and further includes:

[0105] receiving first status data, and comparing the data with the printing parameters to obtain a second comparison deviation;

[0106] When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to the second threshold, generating a second adjustment parameter based on the processing method and sending it to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing;

[0107] When the second comparison deviation is greater than the second threshold, a first pause signal is sent to pause processing, and a first prompt message is sent;

[0108] When the second comparison deviation is greater than the third threshold, a first termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a first warning message is sent.

[0109] Preferably, the third threshold is greater than the second threshold.

[0110] Preferably, the judgment is made based on the second contrast deviation. When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to the second threshold value, it is determined to be a repairable situation, and the printing mechanism is promptly controlled to perform compensation processing to avoid further expansion of the error; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the second threshold value, it is determined to be an unrepairable situation, and the processing is automatically suspended, and relevant personnel are prompted to handle it to avoid the generated deviation affecting the processing of subsequent steps; when the second contrast deviation is greater than the third threshold value, it is determined to be a situation where processing cannot continue, and the processing is automatically terminated, and a warning message is issued to alert relevant personnel, so that unqualified products can be detected in time to avoid wasting subsequent steps and affecting product printing efficiency.

[0111] Preferably, when data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, and further includes:

[0112] receiving the second state data, and comparing the data with the printing parameters to obtain a third comparison deviation;

[0113] When the third comparison deviation is less than or equal to the fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing;

[0114] When the third comparison deviation is greater than a fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within a predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing;

[0115] When the third comparison deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a second warning message is sent.

[0116] Preferably, the fifth threshold is greater than the fourth threshold.

[0117] Preferably, the judgment is made based on the third contrast deviation. When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to the fourth threshold value, it is determined to be a repairable situation, and the powder laying device is promptly controlled to perform correction and compensation processing to avoid further expansion of the error; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fourth threshold value, it is determined to be an unrepairable situation, and the relevant personnel are prompted to handle it. If there is no response within the preset time, the processing is automatically suspended to avoid the deviation affecting the processing of subsequent steps; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fifth threshold value, it is determined to be a situation where processing cannot continue, the processing is automatically terminated, and a warning message is issued to alert the relevant personnel, so that unqualified products can be detected in time to avoid wasting subsequent steps and affecting product printing efficiency.

[0118] Preferably, by receiving a variety of data in real time and performing corresponding processing, and comparing them with the printing parameters in the process database, it is possible to monitor the product printing quality at each link in the product printing process in real time, and handle abnormal data in a timely manner to avoid cumulative errors and affect subsequent steps.

[0119] Preferably, the system can also predict the effect of process parameter adjustment based on historical data and empirical formulas, providing a scientific basis for process optimization.

[0120] Example 5

[0121] Based on the same inventive concept, the present invention also provides a computer device, including a processor, a communication interface, a memory and a communication bus, wherein the processor, the communication interface and the memory communicate with each other via the communication bus;

[0122] Memory, used to store computer programs;

[0123] The processor, when used to execute the program stored in the memory, can implement a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring method as in Example 3 or 4.

[0124] like Figure 4 As shown, the electronic device may include: a processor 41, a communications interface 42, a memory 43 and a communication bus 44, wherein the processor 41, the communications interface 42 and the memory 43 communicate with each other via the communication bus 44. The processor 41 may call the logic instructions in the memory 43 to execute a 3DP device processing process monitoring method in Embodiment 3 or 4.

[0125] In addition, the logic instructions in the above-mentioned memory 43 can be implemented in the form of a software functional unit and can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium when it is sold or used as an independent product. Based on such an understanding, the technical solution of the present invention, in essence, or the part that contributes to the prior art or the part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product, and the computer software product is stored in a storage medium, including a number of instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to perform all or part of the steps of the methods of each embodiment of the present invention. The aforementioned storage medium includes: U disk, mobile hard disk, read-only memory (ROM, Read-Only Memory), random access memory (RAM, Random Access Memory), disk or optical disk and other media that can store program codes.

[0126] It can be seen from the above technical solutions that the present invention discloses a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring system and method. By real-time monitoring of the inkjet system and the molding surface in the 3DP equipment and comparing and analyzing with the process database, defects can be discovered and corrected in time, and processing parameters can be adjusted in real time, thereby improving the quality and yield rate of 3DP binder injection molding workpieces; during the workpiece molding process, process adjustments, quality monitoring and defect repair can be performed in real time, which improves the workpiece quality and workpiece performance, saves production time and production costs, and improves production efficiency; solves the problems of large errors and low efficiency in traditional methods, and also provides strong support for the widespread application of 3DP technology.

[0127] In this specification, each embodiment is described in a progressive manner, and each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other. For the device disclosed in the embodiment, since it corresponds to the method disclosed in the embodiment, the description is relatively simple, and the relevant parts can be referred to the method part.

[0128] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention will not be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but rather to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring system, used to monitor 3DP equipment, the 3DP equipment includes a printing mechanism, a powder spreading device and a molding platform, characterized in that: include: Image detection module, first monitoring module, second monitoring module, process database and control module; The image detection module is arranged above the forming platform and is used to collect image data of the printed product; The first monitoring module is disposed on the printing mechanism and is used to collect first state data of the molding surface when the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer; The second monitoring module is arranged on the powder spreading device and is used to collect second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device; The process database is used to store printing parameters and processing methods; The control module is connected to the image detection module, the first monitoring module, the second monitoring module and the process database respectively, and is used to receive the image data, the first state data and the second state data, and compare them with the printing parameters respectively, and perform corresponding processing based on the processing method when the data is abnormal; The control module includes: an inkjet control processing unit, a printing control processing unit and a powder spreading control processing unit; The printing control processing unit is used to receive the first status data and compare it with the printing parameters; when the second comparison deviation is less than or equal to the second threshold, generate a second adjustment parameter based on the processing method, and send it to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing; when the second comparison deviation is greater than the second threshold, send a first pause signal to pause processing and send a first prompt message; when the second comparison deviation is greater than a third threshold, send a first termination signal to terminate processing and send a first warning message; The powder spreading control processing unit is used to receive the second status data and compare it with the printing parameters. When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to the fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within a predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing; when the third contrast deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate processing, and a second warning message is sent.

2. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inkjet control processing unit is used to receive the image data and compare it with the printing parameters. When a first comparison deviation is less than a first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

3. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The process database also stores: data processing algorithms; The control module also includes: a personalized setting module; The personalized setting module is used to execute the processing process of different inkjet parameters for each layer based on the data processing algorithm according to the workpiece layer file or user settings.

4. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring method, applied to a 3DP equipment processing monitoring system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: include: Collect image data of printed products; When the printing mechanism completes printing of the current layer, collecting first state data of the molding surface; Collecting second state data of the molding surface during the operation of the powder spreading device; Get printing parameters and processing methods; Based on the image data, the first status data and the second status data, they are compared with the printing parameters respectively, and when the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method.

5. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring method according to claim 4, characterized in that: When data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, including: receiving the image data, and comparing the image data with the printing parameters to obtain a first comparison deviation; When the first contrast deviation is less than a first threshold, a first adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the inkjet control system for corresponding processing.

6. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring method according to claim 4, characterized in that: When the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, which also includes: receiving the first state data, and comparing the data with the printing parameters to obtain a second comparison deviation; When the second contrast deviation is less than or equal to a second threshold, generating a second adjustment parameter based on the processing method and sending it to the printing mechanism for corresponding processing; When the second comparison deviation is greater than a second threshold, a first pause signal is sent to pause processing, and a first prompt message is sent; When the second comparison deviation is greater than a third threshold, a first termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a first warning message is sent.

7. A 3DP equipment processing monitoring method according to claim 4, characterized in that: When the data is abnormal, corresponding processing is performed based on the processing method, which also includes: receiving the second state data, and comparing the second state data with the printing parameter to obtain a third comparison deviation; When the third contrast deviation is less than or equal to a fourth threshold, a third adjustment parameter is generated based on the processing method and sent to the powder spreading device for corresponding processing; When the third comparison deviation is greater than a fourth threshold, a second prompt message is sent, and if there is no response within a predetermined time, a second pause signal is sent to suspend processing; When the third comparison deviation is greater than the fifth threshold, a second termination signal is sent to terminate the processing and a second warning message is sent.

8. A computer device, characterized in that: It includes a processor, a communication interface, a memory and a communication bus, wherein the processor, the communication interface and the memory communicate with each other via the communication bus; Memory, used to store computer programs; The processor, when used to execute the program stored in the memory, can implement a 3DP equipment processing process monitoring method as described in any one of claims 4-7.

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