A multi-functional tool observation instrument

By incorporating a moving component and a rotating component into the tool observation instrument, combined with a grating measuring instrument and a camera, the measurement error problem caused by inaccurate tool position was solved, enabling precise measurement of tool geometric parameters.

CN224455710UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-03GUANGDONG LAIYI MASCH TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
GUANGDONG LAIYI MASCH TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-09-26
Publication Date
2026-07-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing tool observation instruments suffer from inaccurate tool positioning, leading to inaccurate measurements by the grating measuring instrument. Furthermore, the cursor in the microcomputer is difficult to align with the tool image, affecting measurement accuracy.

Method used

The tool moves along the length and width of the machine tool by setting a first moving component, and the tool angle is finely adjusted by a rotating component. A grating measuring instrument and a camera are also provided to ensure that the tool is aligned with the camera. Precise measurement is performed using the grating measuring instrument and a CCD module.

Benefits of technology

It enables precise measurement of tool observation instruments, accurately measuring data such as tool cutting length, cutting width, and arc profile, thus improving the accuracy and precision of the measurement.

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Abstract

A multifunctional tool observation instrument relates to the field of tool observation instrument technology. It includes a machine base with a clamping assembly for holding a tool. A first moving assembly is mounted on the machine base, driving the clamping assembly to move along the length and width directions of the machine base. A rotating component is installed between the first moving assembly and the clamping assembly, used to rotate the clamping assembly and the tool to fine-tune the tool's angle. A camera is mounted on the machine base for photographing the tool. Using this technical solution, the tool moves along the length and / or width of the machine base by the first moving assembly, and the tool angle can be fine-tuned by the rotating component, allowing the tool observation instrument to accurately measure the tool's cutting length, cutting width, and arc profile.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tool observation instrument technology, specifically to a multifunctional tool observation instrument. Background Technology

[0002] A tool inspection instrument is a specialized device designed for high-precision detection of tool geometry parameters, cutting edge quality, and wear condition. It is widely used in tool manufacturing, metal processing, quality inspection, and other fields.

[0003] Existing tool inspection instruments include a fixture for holding the tool, a camera for capturing images of the tool, a grating measuring instrument for measuring the tool's geometry, and a microcomputer (containing a GPU chip) for image data processing. The camera projects an image of the tool or uses surface lighting to image a high-definition image of the tool. The grating measuring instrument measures the tool's cutting edge length, cutting edge width, arc profile, and various geometric angles of the cutting edge, providing standard values ​​for the tool under inspection. However, during the inspection process, inaccurate tool positioning leads to inaccurate measurements by the grating measuring instrument, and the cursor on the microcomputer is also difficult to align with the tool image. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to address the deficiencies and shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a multifunctional tool observation instrument. By setting a first moving component, the tool can be moved on the machine platform along the length and / or width of the machine platform. By setting a rotating component, the tool angle can be finely adjusted, so that the tool observation instrument can accurately measure the tool's cutting length, cutting width, arc profile, etc.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a multifunctional tool observation instrument, including a machine base, a clamping component for clamping a tool is provided on the machine base, and a first moving component is installed on the machine base. The first moving component drives the clamping component to move along the length and width of the machine base, and a rotating component is installed between the first moving component and the clamping component. The rotating component is used to drive the clamping component and the tool to rotate to finely adjust the angle of the tool. A camera for photographing the tool is installed on the machine base.

[0006] Preferably, the first moving component includes a first slide and a second slide. The first slide is slidably connected to the machine platform, and the moving direction of the first slide is along the length direction of the machine platform. The second slide is slidably connected to the first slide, and the moving direction of the second slide is along the width direction of the machine platform. The rotating component is mounted on the second slide.

[0007] Preferably, it also includes a grating measuring instrument, which includes a CCD module and two grating rulers electrically connected to the CCD module. The CCD module is mounted on the machine base, and the two grating rulers are respectively mounted on the first slide and the second slide.

[0008] Preferably, the grating ruler includes a mounting plate, a fixing plate, a main scale, a photoelectric reading head, and a crank handle. The fixing plate has two parallel pieces installed inside the mounting plate. The main scale is rotatably connected to one end of the main scale between the two fixing plates. The photoelectric reading head is threaded onto the main scale. The crank handle is fixed to one end of the main scale. Two of the fixing plates are fixed to the slide rail of the first slide, and the other two fixing plates are fixed to the slide rail of the second slide. One photoelectric reading head is fixed to the slide base of the first slide, and the other photoelectric reading head is fixed to the slide base of the second slide.

[0009] Preferably, the clamping assembly includes a first clamp, the clamping direction of the first clamp is consistent with the length direction of the machine tool, and the first clamp is mounted on the rotating part.

[0010] Preferably, the clamping assembly further includes a second clamp, the clamping direction of the second clamp is arbitrary, and the second clamp is mounted on the second slide.

[0011] Preferably, the rotating component includes a mounting base, a rotating ring, and a rotating seat. The mounting base is mounted on the second slide table, and a mounting hole is opened on the surface of the mounting base. The rotating ring is rotatably connected to the mounting hole. A side hole is opened on the side of the mounting base, and a rotating rod is provided in the side hole. The rotating rod is fixedly connected to the rotating ring, and the first clamp is mounted on the rotating seat.

[0012] Preferably, the rotating component further includes a pair of limiting rods, which are threadedly connected to the mounting base, and the inner ends of the limiting rods extend into the side holes and abut against the rotating rod.

[0013] Preferably, it also includes an image processing module, which is electrically connected to the camera.

[0014] Preferably, a second moving component for adjusting the height of the camera is installed on the machine base. The second moving component includes a slide rail, a slide base, and a positioning rod. The slide rail is installed on the machine base, the slide base is slidably connected to the slide rail, and the positioning rod is threadedly connected to the slide base, with the inner end of the positioning rod abutting against the slide rail.

[0015] After adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] When using this tool observation instrument, the tool is clamped on the clamping assembly. The first moving assembly drives the clamping assembly and the tool to move along the length and / or width of the machine table, so that the tool is aligned with the camera. Then, by rotating the rotating component, the clamping assembly and the tool are rotated to fine-tune the angle of the tool so that the tool is facing the camera, so that the tool observation instrument can accurately measure the tool's cutting length, cutting width, arc profile, etc. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model (the first clamp and the second clamp have the same shape);

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model (the second clamp is a universal clamp);

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first moving component, the second moving component, and the grating measuring instrument of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the grating ruler structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the rotating component of this utility model.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Machine base; 2. First moving component; 21. First slide; 22. Second slide; 3. Rotating component; 31. Mounting base; 311. Mounting hole; 312. Side hole; 32. Rotating ring; 321. Rotating rod; 33. Limiting rod; 34. First clamp; 4. Second clamp; 5. Second moving component; 6. Slide rail; 61. Slide seat; 62. Positioning rod; 63. Camera; 7. Grating measuring instrument; 8. CCD module; 81. Grating ruler; 82. Mounting plate; 821. Fixing plate; 822. Main ruler; 823. Photoelectric reading head; 824. Crank handle; 825. Image processing module; 9. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0025] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive element, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

[0026] This embodiment relates to a multifunctional tool observation instrument, such as... Figure 1As shown in Figure 2, the device includes a machine base 1, on which a clamping assembly for holding a cutting tool is provided. A first moving assembly 2 is also mounted on the machine base 1. The first moving assembly 2 drives the clamping assembly to move along the length and width of the machine base 1. A rotating component 3 is installed between the first moving assembly 2 and the clamping assembly. The rotating component 3 is used to rotate the clamping assembly and the cutting tool to fine-tune the angle of the cutting tool. A camera 7 for photographing the cutting tool is mounted on the machine base 1. When using this cutting tool observation device, the cutting tool is clamped onto the clamping assembly. The first moving assembly 2 drives the clamping assembly and the cutting tool to move along the length and / or width of the machine base 1, aligning the cutting tool with the camera 7. Then, rotating the rotating component 3 rotates the clamping assembly and the cutting tool to fine-tune the angle of the cutting tool, ensuring the cutting tool faces the camera 7. This allows the cutting tool observation device to accurately measure the cutting edge length, cutting edge width, and arc profile of the cutting tool.

[0027] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the first moving component 2 includes a first slide 21 and a second slide 22. The first slide 21 is slidably connected to the machine base 1, and the movement direction of the first slide 21 is along the length direction of the machine base 1. The second slide 22 is slidably connected to the first slide 21, and the movement direction of the second slide 22 is along the width direction of the machine base 1. The rotating component 3 is mounted on the second slide 22. The displacement of the tool in two directions can be adjusted by sliding the first slide 21 and the second slide 22.

[0028] like Figure 3 As shown, it also includes a grating measuring instrument 8, which includes a CCD module 81 and two grating rulers 82 electrically connected to the CCD module 81. The CCD module 81 is mounted on the machine base 1, and the two grating rulers 82 are respectively mounted on the first slide 21 and the second slide 22. The two grating rulers 82 are used to measure the displacement of the first slide 21 and the second slide 22. The grating rulers 82 transmit the measured data to the CCD module 81, which processes and displays the data measured by the grating rulers 82. This allows for the measurement of data such as the cutting edge length, cutting edge width, and arc contour of the tool. Users can view the values ​​of the cutting edge length, cutting edge width, and arc contour of the tool through the CCD module 81.

[0029] Furthermore, such as Figure 1-4As shown, the grating ruler 82 includes a mounting plate 821, a fixing plate 822, a main ruler 823, a photoelectric reading head 824, and a crank handle 825. The fixing plate 822 has two parallel pieces and is installed inside the mounting plate 821. The main ruler 823 is rotatably connected to one end of the main ruler 823 between the two fixing plates 822. The photoelectric reading head 824 is threadedly connected to the main ruler 823. The crank handle 825 is fixed to one end of the main ruler 823. Two fixing plates 822 are fixed on the slide rail of the first slide table 21, and the other two fixing plates 822 are fixed on the slide rail of the second slide table 22. One photoelectric reading head 824 is fixed on the slide base of the first slide table 21, and the other photoelectric reading head 824 is fixed on the slide base of the second slide table 22. The main scale 823 is a scale with equally spaced stripes. Taking the grating scale 82 on the first slide 21 as an example, cranking the handle 825 rotates the main scale 823. At this time, the main scale 823 will activate the photoelectric reading head 824 to move, and simultaneously drive the slide of the first slide 21 to slide on the slide rail. That is, the slide of the first slide 21 is displaced relative to the machine base 1, and there is relative movement between the main scale 823 and the photoelectric reading head 824. Displacement measurement is achieved through photoelectric conversion. Similarly, the other grating scale 82 can also complete the displacement measurement in another direction by following the above operation steps.

[0030] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the clamping assembly includes a first clamp 4. The clamping direction of the first clamp 4 is consistent with the length direction of the machine tool 1, and the first clamp 4 is mounted on the rotating part 3. At this time, the camera 7 can capture the periphery of the tool, and the grating measuring instrument 8 can measure the cutting length, arc profile, and various geometric angles of the periphery of the tool.

[0031] Furthermore, the clamping assembly also includes a second clamp 5, which has an arbitrary clamping direction and is mounted on the second slide 22. The second clamp 5 may have the same shape as the first clamp 4, and the second clamp 5 and the first clamp 4 are perpendicular to each other (e.g., Figure 1 As shown), at this time, camera 7 is facing the end of the tool, and the cutting width of the tool can be measured by the grating measuring instrument 8. The second clamp 5 can also be a universal clamp (such as...). Figure 2 As shown in the figure, the cutting width and various geometric angles of the end face of the tool can be measured by the grating measuring instrument 8.

[0032] The rotating component 3 includes a mounting base 31, a rotating ring 32, and a rotating seat 33. The mounting base 31 is mounted on the second slide table 22. The surface of the mounting base 31 has a mounting hole 311. The rotating ring 32 is rotatably connected to the mounting hole 311. The side of the mounting base 31 has a side hole 312. A rotating rod 321 is provided in the side hole 312. The rotating rod 321 is fixedly connected to the rotating ring 32. The first clamp 4 is mounted on the rotating seat 33. When it is necessary to fine-tune the angle of the tool, the rotating rod 321 in the side hole 312 is rotated to drive the rotating ring 32 to rotate in the mounting base 31. When the rotating ring 32 rotates, the rotating seat 33, the first clamp 4, and the tool rotate accordingly, thereby achieving the purpose of fine-tuning the tool angle.

[0033] Furthermore, the rotating component 3 also includes a pair of limiting rods 34, which are threaded onto the mounting base 31. The inner end of the limiting rod 34 extends into the side hole 312 and abuts against the rotating rod 321. Before the tool angle is adjusted, the limiting rod 34 is rotated outward from the mounting base 31 so that the rotating rod 321 has enough space to rotate within the side hole 312. After the tool angle is adjusted, the limiting rod 34 is pulled back so that the rotating rod 321 is limited within the pair of limiting rods 34, preventing the rotating ring 32 and the rotating base 33 from rotating arbitrarily on the mounting base 31, thus ensuring that the tool observation instrument accurately measures the tool later.

[0034] like Figure 1-3 As shown, it also includes an image processing module 9, which is electrically connected to the camera 7. The image processing module 9 is preferably a microcomputer containing a GPU processing chip, used to store images captured by the camera 7, process image data, and display images.

[0035] like Figure 1-3 As shown, a second moving component 6 for adjusting the height of camera 7 is installed on the machine base 1. The second moving component 6 includes a slide rail 61, a slide base 62, and a positioning rod 63. The slide rail 61 is installed on the machine base 1, the slide base 62 is slidably connected to the slide rail 61, and the positioning rod 63 is threadedly connected to the slide base 62, with the inner end of the positioning rod 63 abutting against the slide rail 61. When the height of camera 7 needs to be adjusted, the positioning rod 63 is loosened, and then the slide base 62 is moved longitudinally. The slide base 62 will slide on the slide rail 61, thereby adjusting the height of camera 7. After adjustment, the positioning rod 63 is tightened so that the inner end of the positioning rod 63 abuts against the slide rail 61, at which point the slide base 62 is positioned on the slide rail 61.

[0036] The working principle of this utility model is roughly as follows:

[0037] When using this tool observation instrument, two standard parts are clamped in the first clamp 4 and the second clamp 5 respectively. The camera 7 first takes a picture of one of the standard parts. The crank handle 825 on the first slide 21 is shaken to drive the main scale 823 connected to it to rotate. At this time, the main scale 823 will activate the photoelectric reading head 824 to move, and at the same time drive the slide of the first slide 21 to slide on the slide rail. That is, the slide of the first slide 21 is displaced relative to the machine base 1. The main scale 823 and the photoelectric reading head 824 move relative to each other. Displacement measurement is achieved through photoelectric conversion. During this process, the tool image of the camera 7 will be transmitted to the microcomputer in real time so that the user can view the tool.

[0038] Similarly, another grating ruler 82 can also complete the displacement measurement in another direction according to the above operation steps. These data will be transmitted to the CCD module 81. The CCD module 81 will process and display the data measured by the grating ruler 82, and can measure the cutting length, cutting width, arc profile and other data of the tool. These data serve as standard values, and users can view the cutting length, cutting width, arc profile and other values ​​of the tool through the CCD module 81.

[0039] If the tool is found to be misaligned with the cursor in the microcomputer during measurement (angle inaccurate), rotate the limiting rod 34 outward from the mounting base 31 so that the rotating rod 321 has enough space to rotate in the side hole 312. Then rotate the rotating rod 321 in the side hole 312 to drive the rotating ring 32 to rotate in the mounting base 31. When the rotating ring 32 rotates, the rotating base 33, the first clamp 4 and the tool follow the rotation, thereby achieving the purpose of fine adjustment of the tool angle. After the tool angle is adjusted, pull back the limiting rod 34 so that the rotating rod 321 is limited in the pair of limiting rods 34, preventing the rotating ring 32 and the rotating base 33 from rotating arbitrarily on the mounting base 31, and ensuring that the tool observation instrument accurately measures the data on the tool circumference later.

[0040] After measuring the two standard parts, open the first fixture 4 and the second fixture 5, clamp a tool to be inspected on the first fixture 4, and inspect the tool according to the above steps. After detecting the data on the periphery of the tool, remove the tool to be inspected from the first fixture 4 and install it on the second fixture 5. Repeat the above steps to detect the data on the cutting edge of the tool. The microcomputer will compare these data with the standard values ​​and quickly determine whether the tool to be inspected meets the standards.

[0041] The above is only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and not to limit it. Any other modifications or equivalent substitutions made by those skilled in the art to the technical solution of this utility model, as long as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multifunctional tool observation instrument, characterized in that, include: The machine (1) is provided with a clamping assembly for clamping the cutting tool, and a first moving assembly (2) is installed on the machine (1). The first moving assembly (2) drives the clamping assembly to move along the length and width of the machine (1). A rotating component (3) is installed between the first moving assembly (2) and the clamping assembly. The rotating component (3) is used to drive the clamping assembly and the cutting tool to rotate to finely adjust the angle of the cutting tool. A camera (7) for taking pictures of the cutting tool is installed on the machine (1).

2. The multi-functional knife viewer of claim 1, wherein: The first moving component (2) includes a first slide (21) and a second slide (22). The first slide (21) is slidably connected to the machine base (1). The moving direction of the first slide (21) is along the length direction of the machine base (1). The second slide (22) is slidably connected to the first slide (21). The moving direction of the second slide (22) is along the width direction of the machine base (1). The rotating component (3) is mounted on the second slide (22).

3. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 2, wherein: It also includes a grating measuring instrument (8), which includes a CCD module (81) and two grating rulers (82) electrically connected to the CCD module (81). The CCD module (81) is mounted on the machine base (1), and the two grating rulers (82) are respectively mounted on the first slide (21) and the second slide (22).

4. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 3, wherein: The grating ruler (82) includes a mounting plate (821), a fixing plate (822), a main ruler (823), a photoelectric reading head (824), and a crank (825). The fixing plate (822) has two parallel pieces and is installed inside the mounting plate (821). The main ruler (823) is rotatably connected to one end of the main ruler (823) between the two fixing plates (822). The photoelectric reading head (824) is threaded onto the main ruler (823). The crank (825) is fixed to one end of the main ruler (823). Two of the fixing plates (822) are fixed on the slide rail of the first slide (21), and the other two fixing plates (822) are fixed on the slide rail of the second slide (22). One of the photoelectric reading heads (824) is fixed on the slide base of the first slide (21), and the other photoelectric reading head (824) is fixed on the slide base of the second slide (22).

5. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 2, wherein: The clamping assembly includes a first clamp (4), the clamping direction of the first clamp (4) is consistent with the length direction of the machine tool (1), and the first clamp (4) is mounted on the rotating part (3).

6. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 5, wherein: The clamping assembly further includes a second clamp (5), the clamping direction of the second clamp (5) is arbitrary, and the second clamp (5) is mounted on the second slide (22).

7. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 5, wherein: The rotating component (3) includes a mounting base (31), a rotating ring (32) and a rotating seat (33). The mounting base (31) is mounted on the second slide (22). The mounting base (31) has a mounting hole (311) on its surface. The rotating ring (32) is rotatably connected to the mounting hole (311). The mounting base (31) has a side hole (312) on its side. A rotating rod (321) is provided in the side hole (312). The rotating rod (321) is fixedly connected to the rotating ring (32). The first clamp (4) is mounted on the rotating seat (33).

8. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 7, wherein: The rotating component (3) also includes a pair of limiting rods (34), which are threadedly connected to the mounting base (31), and the inner end of the limiting rod (34) extends into the side hole (312) and abuts against the rotating rod (321).

9. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 1, wherein: It also includes an image processing module (9), which is electrically connected to the camera (7).

10. The multi-purpose knife viewer of claim 1, wherein: The machine base (1) is equipped with a second moving component (6) for adjusting the height of the camera (7). The second moving component (6) includes a slide rail (61), a slide block (62) and a positioning rod (63). The slide rail (61) is mounted on the machine base (1). The slide block (62) is slidably connected to the slide rail (61). The positioning rod (63) is threadedly connected to the slide block (62), and the inner end of the positioning rod (63) abuts against the slide rail (61).