Optical line sequence detecting and marking device
By integrating optical inspection and marking devices, the problems of low efficiency, limited equipment functionality, and insufficient environmental adaptability in multi-core cable sequence detection have been solved. This has enabled efficient and accurate sequence detection and marking, adapting to complex industrial environments and improving detection speed and accuracy.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-31
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies for multi-core cable sequence detection suffer from low efficiency, limited equipment functionality, and insufficient environmental adaptability, resulting in inadequate accuracy and efficiency to meet industrial needs. This is particularly evident in industries such as automobile manufacturing, aerospace, and communication equipment, where issues include high false negative rates, large equipment footprint, and high collaboration costs.
An integrated optical inspection and marking device was designed, which includes a high-resolution camera, a multispectral LED fill light, an adjustable positioning device, and a marking execution mechanism. It can efficiently identify the wiring sequence and automatically mark the error position in complex environments. The integrated device supports adaptation to various cable shapes.
It achieves efficient and accurate line sequence detection, increases detection speed by 3-5 times, has high marking accuracy, maintains 98% detection accuracy even under complex lighting conditions, and reduces operation difficulty and equipment footprint cost.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of line sequence detection equipment, specifically to an optical line sequence detector and marker. Background Technology
[0002] Wiring sequence testing is a core process to ensure the reliability of multi-core cables, mainly for the following reasons: 1. Functional assurance: Incorrect wiring sequence will lead to abnormal signal transmission; 2. Safety protection: Prevent short circuits caused by reverse connection of power lines and signal lines; 3. Standard compliance: Meet the requirements of cable assembly specifications such as ISO 6722.
[0003] The demand for multi-core cable sequence testing is growing in the industrial sector, especially in industries such as automotive manufacturing, aerospace, and communication equipment, where the accuracy of the sequence directly affects the reliability of system operation. Traditional testing technologies mainly suffer from the following drawbacks:
[0004] 1. Low efficiency of manual inspection: Conventional methods rely on technicians to visually compare wire colors or use multimeters to test point by point. The inspection of a single 100-core wire harness can take more than 30 minutes, and the missed detection rate due to human fatigue is as high as 5%-8%. In mass production scenarios such as automotive wiring harnesses, this inefficient method has become a bottleneck for production capacity.
[0005] 2. Existing equipment has limited functionality: mainstream testing instruments on the market only support electrical continuity testing and cannot identify color misorder issues; they lack integrated marking functions and require additional marking machines, resulting in large equipment footprint and high coordination costs.
[0006] 3. Insufficient environmental adaptability: Industrial sites often have strong light interference or oil pollution, and ordinary RGB cameras may make misjudgments under complex lighting conditions; in addition, fixed fixtures are difficult to be compatible with cables of different cross-sectional shapes, and changing fixtures takes up 40% of the total inspection time. Utility Model Content
[0007] In order to overcome at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides an optical line sequence detector and marker that can identify color misorder, has a marking function, can complete the detection under complex lighting conditions, and has high line sequence detection efficiency.
[0008] An optical line sequence detector and marker includes: a main unit with a camera, a supplementary light, and a sound prompt speaker installed inside; a worktable detachably connected to the lower end of the main unit, with an opening at its front end for the inspection piece to enter and exit; a display mounted on the front of the main unit for displaying the line sequence detection results; and a positioning device detachably mounted on the worktable, including: a base plate with an L-shaped placement slot extending along its width and multiple parallel adjustment holes; an adjustable positioning block connected to the adjustment holes via fasteners for adapting to inspection pieces of different sizes; symmetrical limiting plates disposed on both sides of the L-shaped placement slot and extending forward; and a marking execution mechanism mounted on the positioning device, including a cylinder, a pen holder, and a marking pen, wherein the cylinder drives the marking pen to contact the surface of the inspection piece with an acute-angle trajectory and apply a mark.
[0009] In some embodiments, screw holes are symmetrically opened at the top of the left and right ends of the workbench; the base plate is connected to the screw holes through positioning members.
[0010] In some embodiments, the positioning block is an L-shaped right-angle block, with its horizontal part fixed to the front end of the workbench and its vertical part extending into the L-shaped placement groove to form a three-dimensional limit.
[0011] In some embodiments, the top of the pen holder is provided with at least two pen insertion rings, each pen insertion ring having a threaded hole; the marking pen is fixed by a limiting member.
[0012] In some embodiments, the fill light is a multispectral LED array that supports adaptive color temperature adjustment; the camera is a high-resolution optical sensor with a resolution of not less than 12 million pixels and a frame rate of ≥60fps.
[0013] In some embodiments, the fastener, positioning element, or limiting element is a bolt, screw, or screw.
[0014] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will continue to be set forth in the description which follows, in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description
[0015] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main view structure of this application;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the right-side structure of this application;
[0018] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.
[0020] Figure label:
[0021] Main unit 101, camera 102, fill light 103, sound prompt speaker 104, monitor 105, workbench 201, opening 202, screw hole 203, positioning device 400, base plate 401, L-shaped placement slot 402, adjustment hole 403, positioning block 404, fastener 405, limit plate 406, positioning component 407, marking actuator 500, cylinder 501, pen holder 502, marking pen 503, pen insert ring 504, threaded hole 505, limit component 506. Detailed Implementation
[0022] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as the terms "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0024] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0026] Reference Figures 1-4 An optical line sequence detector and marker includes: a main unit 101, internally equipped with a camera 102, a supplementary light 103, and a sound prompt speaker 104; it also includes: a worktable 201, detachably connected to the lower end of the main unit 101, with an opening 202 at its front end for the workpiece to be inspected to enter and exit, specifically located on the front side between the worktable 201 and the housing of the main unit 101; a display 105, mounted on the front side of the main unit 101, for displaying the line sequence detection results; and a positioning device 400, detachably mounted on the worktable 201, including: a base Plate 401 is provided with an L-shaped placement groove 402 extending along the width direction and a plurality of parallel adjustment holes 403; adjustable positioning block 404 is connected to the adjustment holes 403 by fastener 405, and is used to adapt to the test pieces of different sizes; symmetrical limiting plate 406 is provided on both sides of the L-shaped placement groove 402 and extends forward; marking execution mechanism 500 is installed on positioning device 400, including cylinder 501, pen holder 502 and marking pen 503, cylinder 501 drives marking pen 503 to contact the surface of the test piece with an acute angle trajectory and apply marking.
[0027] Its working process can be divided into four main stages:
[0028] 1. Positioning and Fixing Stage: The workpiece enters through the opening at the front of the worktable and is initially positioned by the L-shaped placement slot and symmetrical limiting plates. Adjustable positioning blocks, through fasteners and adjustment holes, can be precisely adjusted according to the size of the workpiece to ensure accurate detection. The optimal detection position is with the workpiece centered within the L-shaped placement slot, at which point it is directly below camera 102.
[0029] 2. Optical Inspection Stage: A supplementary light source provides a stable light source, and a camera captures high-definition images of the wire sequence on the inspected component. The image processing system analyzes the wire color arrangement in real time and compares it with preset standards. The display shows the inspection results synchronously, and an audible alarm sounds for any abnormalities.
[0030] 3. Marking Execution Phase: When a line sequence error is detected, the marking execution mechanism is activated. A cylinder drives the pen holder, which in turn moves the marking pen to contact the surface of the workpiece with an acute-angle trajectory, marking the incorrect location. The multi-pen insert ring design ensures stable pen operation.
[0031] 4. Results Output Stage: The detection data is fully presented on the display, including detailed information such as error type and location, which helps operators quickly locate the problem.
[0032] This technical solution achieves the following technical effects:
[0033] 1. High-efficiency integrated inspection: Integrating optical inspection and marking functions into a single device significantly improves inspection efficiency. Compared to traditional manual inspection methods, the inspection speed is increased by 3-5 times, and human error is avoided.
[0034] 2. Precise Positioning and Marking: Marking accuracy is achieved through the coordinated action of an adjustable positioning device and an acute-angle marking mechanism. The combined design of the L-shaped placement slot and the limiting plate ensures minimal positioning error of the inspected part.
[0035] 3. Intelligent Operation Experience: The combination of multispectral LED supplemental lighting and a high-resolution camera enables the system to maintain a detection accuracy rate of over 98% even under complex lighting conditions. The audio-visual prompt system significantly reduces the difficulty of operation, allowing even non-professionals to quickly get started.
[0036] In some embodiments, screw holes 203 are symmetrically formed at the top of both ends of the worktable 201; the base plate 401 is connected to the screw holes 203 via positioning members 407. The symmetrically distributed screw holes 203 ensure uniform force distribution, and the base plate 401 can be moved by sliding adjustment of the screw holes 203, thereby changing the position of the base plate 401 mounted on the worktable 201 to accommodate different test pieces and maintain the optimal angle with the camera 102.
[0037] In some embodiments, the positioning block 404 is an L-shaped right-angle block, with its horizontal part fixed to the front end of the worktable 201 and its vertical part extending into the L-shaped placement groove 402 to form a three-dimensional limit. Through the synergistic effect of its horizontal and vertical parts, the L-shaped positioning block 404 achieves Z-axis constraint by embedding the vertical part into the L-shaped placement groove 402, and XY-axis fixation by providing the horizontal part, ensuring no displacement of the inspected part. The modular design allows for assembly and disassembly within 5 seconds, and the right-angle structure results in minimal displacement under vibration, improving marking accuracy.
[0038] In some embodiments, the top of the pen holder 502 is provided with at least two pen insertion rings 504, each pen insertion ring 504 having a threaded hole 505; the marking pen 503 is fixed by a retaining member 506. The threaded hole 505 and the retaining member 506 work together to lock the marking pen 503 out of place; the double-ring structure automatically corrects the pen body skew, ensuring that the marking trajectory and line sequence error are small, and also enables quick pen replacement.
[0039] In some embodiments, the fill light 103 is a multispectral LED array that supports adaptive color temperature adjustment; the camera 102 is a high-resolution optical sensor, which may be a Sony IMX series: IMX989, IMX611, ON Semiconductor AR series: AR0820, AR0521, or OmniVision OV48C; the resolution is not less than 12 million pixels, the frame rate is ≥60fps, and the adaptive color temperature adjustment (3000-6500K) ensures that the line sequence color recognition error is <5% under different environments; the 12 million pixel / 60fps configuration can clearly capture moving wire bundles with a wire diameter of 0.1mm (speed ≤1m / s); multispectral analysis automatically filters ambient light interference and still maintains a 98% detection accuracy rate under 2000 lux strong light.
[0040] In some embodiments, the fastener 405, the positioning member 407, and the limiting member 506 are bolts, screws, or screws.
[0041] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification. Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. An optical line sequence detection and marker, comprising: a host (101) internally installed with a camera (102), a fill light (103), and a sound prompt loudspeaker (104); characterized in that it further comprises: a workbench plate (201) detachably connected to the lower end of the host (101), the front end of which is provided with an opening (202) for the entry and exit of a detected piece; a display (105) installed on the front face of the host (101) for displaying the line sequence detection result; a positioning device (400) detachably installed on the workbench plate (201), comprising: a bottom plate (401) provided with an L-shaped placement slot (402) extending in the width direction and a plurality of side-by-side adjustment holes (403); an adjustable positioning block (404) connected with the adjustment holes (403) through fasteners (405) for adapting to different sizes of detected pieces; symmetrical limiting plates (406) arranged on both sides of the L-shaped placement slot (402) and extending forward; a marking execution mechanism (500) installed on the positioning device (400), comprising a cylinder (501), a pen holder (502), and a marking pen (503), the cylinder (501) driving the marking pen (503) to contact the surface of the detected piece at an acute angle trajectory and apply a mark.
2. The optical line sequence detector and marker of claim 1, wherein: Two rows of screw holes (203) are symmetrically opened at the top of the left and right ends of the workbench plate (201); the bottom plate (401) is connected with the screw holes (203) through positioning members (407).
3. The optical line sequence detector and marker of claim 2, wherein: The positioning block (404) is an L-shaped right-angle block, the horizontal part of which is fixed to the front end of the workbench plate (201), and the vertical part extends into the L-shaped placement slot (402) to form a three-dimensional limit.
4. The optical line sequence detector and marker of claim 3, wherein: The pen holder (502) is provided with at least two pen insertion rings (504) at the top, each of which is provided with a threaded hole (505); the marking pen (503) is fixed by abutting a limiting member (506).
5. The optical line sequence detector and marker of claim 4, wherein: The fill light (103) is a multi-spectrum LED array supporting color temperature self-adaptive adjustment; the camera (102) is a high-resolution optical sensor with a resolution not less than 12 million pixels and a frame rate ≥60fps.
6. The optical line sequence detector and marker of claim 5, wherein: The fasteners (405), the positioning members (407), and the limiting members (506) are bolts, screws, or screws.