CUTTING FLUID MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE SYSTEM FOR BAND SAW MACHINES
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202612308
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2026-07-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-21
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Abstract
Description
1 TARIFF CUTTING FLUID MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE SYSTEM FOR BAND SAW MACHINES TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention enables at least one workpiece to be cut by means of a band saw blade, and the cutting Band saw machines that include a fluid recirculation system that delivers cutting fluid to the cutting area. It is related to the technical field. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE Reducing the heat generated during the cutting process in band saw machines, band saw lubrication of the blade and removal of chips produced during cutting from the cutting area. Cutting fluids are used for removal. The cutting fluid used is 15. It is mostly collected, filtered and reused through a liquid recirculation system. The cutting fluid is conveyed to the cutting area. During use, the cutting fluid removes metal chips and foreign objects. The substances come into contact with oils and other contaminants; also, temperature, evaporation and Due to the effects of chemical degradation, it loses its original properties over time. It is possible to lose. 20 In current applications, the condition of the cutting fluid is mostly determined by the operator. visual inspection, odor control, or inspections carried out at specific time intervals This is evaluated through manual measurements. The liquid is changed to water or concentrate. Maintenance procedures such as adding and cleaning the filter are usually carried out within the predetermined 25 hours. This is done according to periods, total working time, or operator experience. Therefore, a discrepancy occurs between the actual condition of the fluid and the maintenance time. It is possible to come. In some existing systems, the pH, concentration, temperature, level, or 30 of the cutting fluid... Sensors are used to measure specific properties such as electrical conductivity. However, measurements based on a single parameter do not reflect the overall use of cutting fluid. It does not always accurately reflect the situation. The measurement results of the operator It may also need to be interpreted by [the relevant authority] and which maintenance procedure should be applied. It cannot be directly determined whether it is necessary. 35 2 Continuing to use cutting fluid under improper conditions can lead to problems with cooling and... reduced lubrication performance, deterioration of cutting quality, band saw blade uneven or accelerated wear and tear and damage to machine components This can lead to its formation. Conversely, the usable liquid may be in excess of what is needed. Early replacement also reduces fluid consumption, maintenance costs, machine downtime, and waste. This increases the quantity. Furthermore, in current applications, the lifespan of the band saw blade is also increased. It is mostly estimated based on working time or cutting area, during the work The variable nature of the cutting fluid to which the patient is exposed is not given sufficient consideration. In conclusion, all the problems mentioned above necessitate an innovation in the relevant technical field. It has made it mandatory. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention aims to eliminate the aforementioned disadvantages and contribute to the relevant technical field in 15 years. It relates to a band saw machine that aims to bring new advantages. One purpose of the invention is to recycle cutting in band saw machines. reliable and repeatable usage of the fluid under current operating conditions The goal is to develop a band saw machine that allows for the determination of the shape. 20 Another purpose of the invention is maintenance for cutting fluid and fluid recirculation systems. a lane that prevents operations from being carried out prematurely or with a delay The goal is to produce a sawing machine. Another objective of the invention is to analyze the changes that occur in cutting fluid during its service life. the effect of band saw blade wear on the band saw and the band saw a strip that allows for more accurate determination of the maintenance time for the blade The goal is to produce a sawing machine. Another purpose of the invention is to allow the operator to visually assess the condition of the cutting fluid. and to create a band saw machine that reduces reliance on experience. All the purposes mentioned above and those that will emerge from the detailed explanation below. The present invention, designed to achieve this, provides a strip that enables the cutting of at least one workpiece. 35 a saw blade, at least one drive unit that moves the aforementioned band saw blade, and a supplying cutting fluid to the cutting zone, the aforementioned cutting fluid from the cutting zone 3 a liquid recirculation system that allows the liquid to be collected and returned to the cutting area. It is a band saw machine containing a liquid recirculation system. Accordingly, the present invention relates to a liquid recirculation system. will transmit light to the cutting fluid circulating within it, and optics will be obtained from the cutting fluid. By detecting the response, it will generate at least one sensor data point regarding the color information of the cutting fluid. configured as follows: at least one fiber optic sensor, at least one processor unit, and at least one 5 It includes at least one control unit that contains a memory unit. The processor unit receives data from the fiber optic sensor. by comparing the received sensor data with at least one reference data stored in the memory unit will determine the health status of the cutting fluid and the determined cutting fluid health status at least one maintenance procedure to be applied to the cutting fluid and / or fluid recirculation system. It is configured to create a maintenance directive for the operation. Thus, cutting 10 The fluid status is evaluated based on measurable sensor data, in the cutting fluid. Changes are identified in a timely manner and maintenance procedures appropriate to the current situation are implemented. This is ensured. A feature of a possible configuration of the invention is that the fiber optic sensor transmits 15 to the cutting fluid. as a result of light passing through, reflecting, scattering and / or being absorbed by the cutting fluid the color value and / or color change of the cutting fluid depending on the optical response obtained It is configured in such a way as to determine the use of cutting fluid. Optical changes resulting from contamination, chip accumulation, or chemical changes. It is determined objectively. 20 Another possible configuration feature of the invention is that the processor unit is derived from the fiber optic sensor. By comparing the acquired sensor data with at least one reference color data point, the health of the cutting fluid can be determined. to create a numerical and / or class-based health score representing the condition It is configured in such a way that measurements taken at different times are combined into a common 25. Comparison via evaluation scale and change in cutting fluid condition This ensures that the trend is monitored. Another possible configuration of the invention features a processor unit that ensures the health of the cutting fluid. Depending on the situation, water, cutting fluid concentrate and / or additive 30 may be added to the cutting fluid. addition, partial or complete replacement of cutting fluid and / or fluid return Maintenance relating to cleaning or replacing at least one filter in the circulation system. It is configured in such a way as to create a directive. Thus, the cutting fluid is healthy. The appropriate maintenance procedure is determined based on the situation, preventing unnecessary fluid changes. and potential losses in cutting performance due to delays in maintenance procedures 35 is being reduced. 4 Another possible configuration of the invention involves the band saw machine cutting. conductivity, pH, temperature, turbidity, density, viscosity, concentration and / or of the liquid at least one additional value configured to specify at least one of the level values It includes a sensor. Thus, not only the optical properties but also the usage properties of the cutting fluid are measured. Monitoring different physical and / or chemical properties that affect its performance. 5 It is possible to do so. Another possible configuration feature of the invention is that the processor unit is derived from the fiber optic sensor. and by evaluating sensor data from at least one additional sensor together, the cutoff is determined. 10 configured to determine the health status and / or health score of the fluid This is the case. Thus, the evaluation that may result from a single measurement parameter... errors are reduced and the overall condition of the cutting fluid is more reliably assessed. This ensures identification. Another possible configuration of the invention features a memory unit relating to the cutting fluid. sensor data, health statuses, health scores and / or care instructions over time It is configured to record the information along with the cutting fluid. The usage history can be monitored, the tendency for deterioration in the cutting fluid can be determined, and retrospective tracking of maintenance procedures performed or recommended. It is possible. 20 Another possible configuration feature of the invention is that the processor unit is positioned next to the band saw blade. exposed to cutting fluids with different health conditions and / or health scores by specifying the durations and / or the slaughter area where the aforementioned health conditions are observed It is configured to save to the memory unit. Thus, the band saw 25 The usage history of the blade, not just the total operating time or total cutting area. not based on the material itself, but by considering the condition of the cutting fluid to which it is exposed during the operation. is being created. Another possible configuration of the invention features a processor unit that is 30 inches from the band saw blade. The remaining service life of the band saw blade depends on the usage time, cutting area, and different health factors. due to at least one of the following conditions related to a history of exposure to cutting fluids It is configured to calculate the remaining weight of the band saw blade. The service life is determined in a way that is closer to real working conditions, band saw. the blade should be replaced prematurely or it should exceed its service life, even though 35 Its continued use is prevented. Another characteristic of a possible configuration of the invention is that the band saw machine, created maintenance instructions, cutting fluid health status, health score and / or band saw The calculated remaining service life of the blade is communicated to the user visually and / or audibly. It must include at least one user interface configured to transmit the interrupt. Information regarding the current condition of the fluid and the band saw blade is provided to the user in a clear and understandable manner. 5 The information is communicated in a timely manner, allowing the user to perform the necessary maintenance without delay. is provided. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURE Figure 1 shows a representative view of the saw machine. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This detailed explanation of the invention does not merely aim to improve understanding of the subject matter; it does not contain any other information. This is explained with examples that will not create a limiting effect. Within the scope of the invention, the band saw machine (100) is capable of cutting at least one workpiece. the band saw blade (120) that provides, the drive that moves the band saw blade (120) 20 the unit, the fluid recirculation system (140) which delivers cutting fluid (150) to the cutting area, cutting Fiber optic sensor (160) which generates sensor data on the optical properties of the liquid (150) and By processing the obtained sensor data, it determines the health status of the cutting fluid (150). It includes the control unit (110). The control unit (110) includes at least one processor unit (111) and at least It contains a small memory unit (112) and depending on the health of the cutting fluid (150) 25 It establishes at least one maintenance directive. Band saw blade (120), in an endless cycle inside the band saw machine (100). The drive unit is moved on at least two pulleys, creating a magnetic field. By rotating at least one of the pulleys, the band saw blade (120) is required for the cutting operation 30 It provides linear motion. The toothed section of the band saw blade (120) cuts It makes contact with the workpiece in this area and removes chips from the workpiece. Cutting process During this process, friction and heat occur between the band saw blade (120) and the workpiece. In addition, metal shavings, dust, and similar cutting residues are generated in the cutting area. 35 Cutting fluid (150), to reduce the heat generated during cutting, band saw Lubrication of the blade (120), cooling of the cutting area and the resulting cutting 6 It is used to remove chips from the cutting area. Cutting fluid (150), a water-based emulsion, an oil-based fluid, a synthetic cutting fluid, a semi-synthetic This can be cutting fluid or a mixture of these containing additives. The fluid recirculation system (140) removes the cutting fluid (150) from a fluid tank or fluid 5 It conveys the cutting fluid from its reservoir to the cutting zone and the cutting fluid returning from the cutting zone. (150) collects and recirculates. Liquid recirculation system (140), at least one pump, at least one supply line to transport the cutting fluid (150), at least one return line, at least one collection surface or collection channel, and preferably a cutting at least one filter to separate the solid particles in the liquid (150) 10 It may include. Cutting fluid (150) delivered to the cutting area, band saw blade (120) and workpiece After passing over it, chips, metal particles, dirt, oil, oxides and similar foreign substances remain. It can mix with other substances. Cutting fluid (150), depending on the usage time and exposure to 15 Depending on the operating conditions, it can change color, become blurry, and optically... It can lose its permeability. In addition, the concentration of the cutting fluid (150), Its conductivity, pH value, temperature, density, and viscosity can also change over time. The changes lead to a decrease in the cooling and lubrication properties of the cutting fluid (150) and the strip This can cause the saw blade (120) to wear out faster. 20 Fiber optic sensor (160), cutting circulated in liquid recirculation system (140). transmitting light to the fluid (150) and the optical response obtained from the cutting fluid (150). The fiber optic sensor (160) detects the light sent into the cutting fluid (150). passing through the fluid, being reflected by the cutting fluid, scattering within the cutting fluid 25 and / or the optical response resulting from absorption by the cutting fluid. is able to perceive. Fiber optic sensor (160), at least one fiber optic line transmitting optical radiation to the cutting fluid (150) and It may contain at least one fiber optic line that receives the optical response obtained from the cutting fluid. A 30 In practice, the same fiber optic line is used both for transmitting light to the cutting fluid (150) and for cutting. It can be used to obtain the optical response returning from the fluid. An alternative In practice, separate fiber optic lines are used for light transmission and optical response detection. It is used. 35 Visible light, infrared light, are emitted into the cutting fluid (150) by the fiber optic sensor (160), Ultraviolet light or light containing different wavelengths can be transmitted. Fiber optic sensor. 7 (160) can detect the optical response at a single wavelength as well as at different wavelengths. It can also detect more than one optical response. Thus, the color of the cutting fluid (150), color density, hue, light transmittance, light reflectance, light scattering and / or optics The amount of absorption can be determined. In one application, a fiber optic sensor (160) provides instantaneous color value of the cutting fluid (150). It generates sensor data. The processor unit (111) stores the generated sensor data in memory. It compares with at least one reference color data kept in the unit (112). Reference color data, unused cutting fluid, cutting fluid in acceptable health condition or a predetermined 10 for cutting fluid after a specific service period. It may include color values. In one application, the reference color data is the first time the cutting fluid (150) is recirculated. After filling into the system (140), it is performed by the fiber optic sensor (160). It is obtained with the initial measurement. This initial measurement is stored in the memory unit (112) 15 It is recorded and used as a reference for subsequent measurements. An alternative In practice, the reference color data depends on the type of cutting fluid (150), its manufacturer, depending on its concentration or intended use, it is stored in the memory unit (112) is being held. The processing unit (111) uses instantaneous sensor data from the fiber optic sensor (160) to determine the reference color. It determines the difference between the data. The determined difference is the color change of the cutting fluid (150). The processor unit (111) expresses the color change as an absolute value, a proportional value, It can be calculated as a percentage value or as a difference in coordinates within a color space. Fiber optic sensor (160) to different regions of the liquid recirculation system (140) It can be positioned. In one application, the fiber optic sensor (160) is positioned in the cutting fluid (150). It is positioned in the liquid tank in which it is kept. In this application, the fiber optic sensor (160), Measurements representing the general condition of the cutting fluid (150) in the fluid tank It is carrying out. 30 In another application, the fiber optic sensor (160) is located from the cutting area to the liquid tank. It is located in the return line where the advancing cutting fluid (150) is carried. Fiber by positioning the optical sensor (160) on the return line, from the cutting area yet direct contact with chips, contaminants, or heat resulting from rotation and cutting 35 The condition of the cutting fluid (150) that has entered is determined. 8 In another application, the fiber optic sensor (160) cuts from the liquid tank to the cutting area. It is located in the supply line conveying the liquid (150). In this application, cutting Before reaching the region, the health status of the cutting fluid (150) is determined and appropriate In the absence of cutting fluid (150), its transmission to the cutting area can be prevented. Fiber optic sensor (160) before the filter in the liquid recirculation system (140). It can be positioned. Thus, the contaminant contained in the cutting fluid (150) that reaches the filter The amount and optical change are determined. The fiber optic sensor (160) is used as an alternative to the filter. It can then be positioned. Thus, the cut that has passed the filtering process. The health status of the fluid (150) and the effect of the filter on the cutting fluid are determined. 10 In an application, there are multiple filters, one before the filter and another after the filter. A fiber optic sensor (160) is used. The processor unit (111) is located before the filter and By comparing the sensor data obtained afterwards, the filter's performance can be evaluated. It determines the difference between the optical values before and after the filter. The difference between the optical values before and after the filter is 15. If the value falls below a specified threshold, the processor unit (111) activates the filter. It establishes maintenance instructions regarding cleaning or replacement. In another application, a fiber optic sensor (160) is taken from the liquid recirculation system (140). 20 in a separate measuring chamber through which a certain amount of cutting fluid (150) is passed. It is positioned. The measuring chamber holds a certain volume of cutting fluid (150) in a certain amount. This allows measurement at flow rate and / or over a specific optical path length. Thus, turbulence, foam, flow velocity variation or liquid in the liquid recirculation system (140) Measurement differences that may arise due to changes in level are reduced. Cutting fluid (150) can be continuously supplied to the measuring chamber or predetermined by sampling at time intervals or after specific cutting processes It can be transmitted. The processor unit (111) controls a valve or pump for measurement. by checking that the cutting fluid (150) is taken into the measuring chamber and after the measurement the fluid It can be sent back to the recycling system (140). 30 Fiber optic sensor (160) in direct contact with cutting fluid (150) or cutting It is possible for it to be in a structure that is optically separated from the liquid. Direct contact. In practice, the end section of the fiber optic sensor (160) is located in the cutting fluid (150). It receives. In contactless application, fiber optic sensor (160), cutting fluid (150) 35 into a transparent or semi-transparent measuring tube or measuring chamber through which it is passed It is connected externally via optical connections. 9 The control unit (110) is integrated with the machine control system of the band saw machine (100). as can be provided as a separate unit which can be subsequently attached to the band saw machine (100). It can also be provided as an electronic control module. The control unit (110) is fiber optic. sensor (160), additional sensor (170), drive unit, liquid recirculation system (140) and user 5 It can establish wired or wireless data communication with the interface (113). Processor unit (111), a microprocessor, microcontroller, programmable logic unit, industrial computer, digital signal processor or similar electronic processing device It is possible. The processor unit (111) processes the data and instructions stored in the memory unit (112). by reading the algorithms and / or models from the fiber optic sensor (160) and any additional ones if applicable It processes sensor data received from the sensor (170). Memory unit (112) stores sensor data, reference data, threshold values, cutting fluid (150) past health status, health scores, established care guidelines, section 15 numbers, working hours and usage data of the band saw blade (120) It holds. The memory unit (112) can be located within the control unit (110) as well as within the control unit (110). a remote server or cloud-based data unit that is in communication with (110) It can also be located in a storage environment. The processing unit (111) monitors the health status of the cutting fluid (150) from the fiber optic sensor (160) It determines this based on at least one sensor data point obtained. Health status, available, It can be classified as requiring maintenance, critical, or out of service. Alternatively, health status can be described as a numerical health score ranging from zero to one hundred. can be created. 25 A high health score in an application indicates proper cooling and lubrication of the cutting fluid (150). It indicates that it possesses these characteristics. A decrease in the health score is observed in the cutting fluid. (150) the resulting color change, turbidity, contamination or other characteristics It indicates that the changes have increased. The processor unit (111) states that the health score was previously 30 Maintenance directive if it falls below at least one defined threshold value It constitutes. Maintenance directives for improving the health status of the cutting fluid (150) or fluid return It includes instructions for the proper operation of the cycle system (140). 35 Maintenance directive, adding water to cutting fluid (150), adding cutting fluid concentrate, Addition of at least one additive in liquid or solid form to the cutting fluid (150) draining the section, completely replacing the cutting fluid, the fluid tank cleaning, filter cleaning or filter replacement, at least one of these processes It may be related. The processor unit (111) can only generate a general maintenance directive based on the health score. By identifying sensor data that causes a drop in health score, such as [example / characterization], a specific solution can be developed based on that cause. It can also create maintenance instructions. For example, an increase in color change or cloudiness. A maintenance directive regarding filter replacement, reduction in cutting fluid concentration. with a maintenance directive regarding the addition of concentrate and the decrease in liquid level water or It can be associated with a maintenance directive regarding the addition of cutting fluid (150). 10 Band saw machine (100), in addition to fiber optic sensor (160) at least one additional sensor (170) It can include. Additional sensor (170) can measure the conductivity, pH, temperature of the cutting fluid (150), at least one of the following values: turbidity, density, viscosity, concentration and / or level It determines. The processor unit (111) determines the fiber optic sensor (160) and the additional sensor (170) 15 It evaluates the received sensor data individually or together. In one application, the processor unit (111) measures the health of the cutting fluid (150) to each sensor data point. It assigns a weighting coefficient depending on its effect on the situation. From the fiber optic sensor. (160) obtained color change data, conductivity data, pH data, temperature data and 20 Concentration data is evaluated using different weighting coefficients to create a composite health score. is being created. In an application, a health score is determined by a predetermined set of sensor data. It is calculated according to the distance to the intervals. An acceptable 25 of a sensor data point. Falling outside the range negatively impacts the relevant sensor data on the health score. This increases the risk of multiple sensor data simultaneously exceeding the acceptable range. If this occurs, the health score is reduced by a greater percentage. The processing unit (111) processes not only the instantaneous values of the sensor data but also the time-dependent 30 It can also evaluate changes in the color value of the cutting fluid (150). The rate of change is determined, and the color change occurs rapidly over a short period of time. If the score increases, a care directive is created. Thus, the health score has not yet reached the critical threshold. Even if it hasn't reached its target value, a rapid deterioration trend can be detected. 35 The processing unit (111) receives sensor data, health status, and health information regarding the cutting fluid (150). their scores and maintenance instructions are stored in the memory unit along with time information (112) 11 It records the usage history and deterioration of the cutting fluid (150) using these records. The tendency is determined. The processor unit (111) cuts off based on past health scores. It can calculate the estimated remaining usage time of the liquid (150). The wear rate of the band saw blade (120) depends on the health condition of the cutting fluid (150). It varies as follows. The cutting fluid (150) in suitable health condition, band saw blade (120) ensuring adequate cooling and lubrication while in low health condition Cutting fluid (150) can cause an increase in friction and temperature. The processor unit (111) determines the different health status of the band saw blade (120) or different health 10 It determines the duration of exposure to cutting fluids (150) with scores. Processor unit (111), also performed by the band saw blade (120) in each health condition range It determines the cutting area and saves it to the memory unit (112). In one application, a band saw blade (120) had a low health score in its cutting fluid 15 (150) working time exposed to cutting fluid with high health score (150) with a higher wear coefficient relative to the working time it is exposed to is evaluated. Thus, each working time is the remaining of the band saw blade (120). It is not considered to have the same effect on the service life. For example, a one-hour procedure performed with cutting fluid (150) in suitable health condition. The work corresponds to one unit of wear, while the cutting in the health condition requiring maintenance One hour of work performed with the fluid (150) corresponds to more than one unit of wear. It can be obtained. Study performed with cutting fluid (150) in critical health condition. However, it can be evaluated with a higher wear coefficient. 25 The processor unit (111) controls the service life of the band saw blade (120), the cutting area and different health conditions and history of exposure to cutting fluids (150) By evaluating it, it calculates the remaining service life of the band saw blade (120). Remaining service life is expressed as time, cutting area, percentage value, or a classification of 30. It can be expressed. In an application, the processor unit (111) determines the material, size, and of the workpiece to be cut. hardness, cutting speed, feed rate of the band saw blade (120) and drive unit It also takes the operating time into account when calculating the remaining service life. Thus, cutting 35 Data on the health status of the fluid (150), working of the band saw machine (100) It is evaluated together with the data. 12 User interface (113) displays the health status of the cutting fluid (150), health score, sensor data, the maintenance directive created and / or the remaining use of the band saw blade (120) It communicates its lifespan to the user. User interface (113), band saw machine (100) It has a screen, touch panel, warning light, audible alert unit, and external 5 This can be done via a computer, mobile device, or remote monitoring application. The maintenance directive user interface (113) can be displayed using text, symbols, color codes, graphics or audio. It can be displayed as a notification. The health status of the cutting fluid (150) in an application. A 10 is green when suitable, yellow when requiring maintenance, and red when in critical condition. An indicator is being used. The control unit (110) not only transmits the generated maintenance directive to the user, but also It can also control the liquid recirculation system (140) automatically. In one application Control unit (110), fluid recirculation 15 depending on the health condition of the cutting fluid (150). changing the pump flow of the system (140), starting a filtering cycle, cutting to activate a dosing unit that adds water or additive to the liquid (150) or This stops the operation of the band saw machine (100). The processing unit (111) has fallen below a critical threshold of 20 for the health of the cutting fluid (150). If it falls, it can limit the operation of the drive unit or It can stop it. Thus, cutting with an unsuitable cutting fluid (150) and Damage to the band saw blade (120) is prevented. During operation of the band saw machine (100), the fiber optic sensor (160) is 25°C into the cutting fluid. (150) transmits light and detects the optical response obtained from the cutting fluid. Fiber optical sensor (160) color information of cutting fluid (150) depending on the detected optical response. It generates sensor data and transmits the sensor data to the control unit (110). The processor unit (111) combines the sensor data with the reference data stored in the memory unit (112). compares and, according to the comparison result, the health status of the cutting fluid (150). or determines the health score. It indicates that the health condition requires care. In this case, the processor unit (111) provides the appropriate maintenance directive according to the relevant sensor data. It constitutes. 35 The generated maintenance directive is communicated to the user via the user interface (113). and / or automatic control of the relevant component in the liquid recirculation system (140) 13 It is used for the purpose of providing sensor data, health score, maintenance instructions, and time information. It is saved to the memory unit (112). During the operation of the band saw blade (120), the processor unit (111) processes the cutting fluid. (150) matches the health status of the band saw blade (120) with the operating data. 5 The processor unit (111) determines for what duration and at what health the band saw blade (120) to determine that it is exposed to cutting fluid (150) in this condition and this data remaining It is used in calculating the service life. Thus the condition of the cutting fluid (150) depends only on the usage time or the operator’s visual 10 not according to the evaluation, but the measurement generated by the fiber optic sensor (160). It is determined according to the data. In addition, the cutting fluid (150) is suitable for the health condition. a maintenance directive is being created and the remaining service life of the band saw blade (120) is exposed to The amount of cutting fluid (150) is calculated taking into account the health history. The scope of protection of the invention is specified in the claims attached hereto, and these details are strictly adhered to. The explanation cannot be limited to those given for illustrative purposes. Because a technically skilled person... the person, without deviating from the main theme of the invention, in light of what has been described above, similar It is clear that these structures can emerge. 14 REFERENCE NUMBERS GIVEN IN THE FIGURE 100 Band saw machines 110 Control unit 111 Processor Units 5 112 Memory units 113 User interface 120 Band saw blades 140 Liquid recirculation system 150 Cutting fluid 160 Fiber optic sensors 170 Additional sensors
Claims
REQUESTS 1. A band saw blade (120) that enables the cutting of at least one workpiece, as mentioned At least one drive unit that moves the band saw blade (120) and a cutting zone cutting fluid (150) supplied, 5 from the cutting zone of the said cutting fluid (150) a liquid recirculation system that allows the liquid to be collected and returned to the cutting area. (140) is a band saw machine (100) and its feature is; light to the cutting fluid (150) circulated in the mentioned fluid recirculation system (140) will transmit and detect the optical response obtained from the cutting fluid (150) (150) configured to generate at least one sensor data point relating to color information. at least one fiber optic sensor (160) and at least one processor unit (111) and at least one memory unit (110) must contain at least one control unit (112); the mentioned processor unit (111), At least one sensor data received from the fiber optic sensor (160) is stored in the memory unit (112) By comparing it with the reference data, it will determine the health status of the cutting fluid (150) and 15 The specified cutting fluid (150) according to the health condition, cutting fluid (150) and / or fluid return Maintenance directive regarding at least one maintenance procedure to be applied to the cycle system (140) will create It is configured in this way.
2. According to claim 1, the band saw machine (100) has the following feature; the aforementioned fiber optic sensor is 20 (160), light transmitted to the cutting fluid (150) passing through the cutting fluid (150), reflection, cutting depending on the optical response obtained as a result of scattering and / or absorption configured to determine the color value and / or color change of the liquid (150) It is the fact that.
3. Band saw machine (100) according to any of the above requirements; its feature is; 25 The mentioned processing unit (111) must process the sensor data received from the fiber optic sensor (160) at least Representing the health status of the cutting fluid (150) by comparing it with a reference color data. configured to create a numerical and / or class-based health score It is the fact that.
4. Band saw machine (100) according to any of the above requirements and its feature is; 30 cutting according to the health condition of the mentioned processor unit (111) and cutting fluid (150). 16 Adding water (150), cutting fluid (150) concentrate and / or additive to the fluid, partial or complete replacement of the cutting fluid (150) and / or fluid recirculation Maintenance relating to cleaning or replacing at least one filter in the system (140). It is configured in a way that will create the directive.
5. Band saw machine (100) according to any of the above requirements and its feature is; 5 conductivity, pH, temperature, turbidity, density, viscosity, concentration of cutting fluid (150) and / or at least one configured to specify at least one of the level values It contains an additional sensor (170).
6. According to claim 5, the band saw machine (100) has the following characteristic: the mentioned processing unit. (111), sensor 10 from fiber optic sensor (160) and at least one additional sensor (170) by evaluating the data together, the health status and / or health of the cutting fluid (150) It is configured to determine its score.
7. Band saw machine (100) according to any of the above requirements and its feature is; The memory unit mentioned (112) stores sensor data relating to cutting fluid (150), health their status, health scores and / or care instructions, along with time information 15 It is configured to save.
8. According to claim 7, the band saw machine (100) has the following characteristic: the mentioned processing unit. (111) band saw blade (120) for different health conditions and / or health scores the periods of exposure to cutting fluids (150) and / or the aforementioned health conditions 20 by determining the number of cuts it made and saving them to the memory unit (112). It is configured.
9. According to claim 8, the band saw machine (100) has the following characteristic: the mentioned processing unit. (111) the remaining service life of the band saw blade (120) service life, cutting area and cutting fluids with different health conditions (150) 25 configured to calculate based on at least one of the exposure history It is the fact that.
10. The band saw machine (100) has the following features according to any of the above requirements; the maintenance directive created, the health status of the cutting fluid (150), health score and / or the calculated remaining service life of the band saw blade (120) is shown to the user visually. and / or at least one user interface configured to transmit audibly (113) 30 It includes. 17 11. Cutting fluid (150) used in a band saw machine (100) in a recirculating manner It is a method for determining the condition, and its characteristic feature is; At least one light signal to the cutting fluid (150) via at least one fiber optic sensor (160) transmission, The optical response obtained from the cutting fluid (150) is compared with the mentioned fiber optic sensor (160) 5 perception through, at least one color information of the cutting fluid (150) depending on the perceived optical response Generating sensor data, The mentioned sensor data requires at least one processor unit (111) and at least one memory unit (112) transmitting to a control unit (110) containing, 10 The mentioned sensor data is stored in the memory unit (112) by the processor unit (111). comparison with a small reference data, Depending on the comparison result, the health status of the cutting fluid (150) of the processor unit (111) determined by and According to the determined health condition, cutting fluid (150) and / or cutting fluid (150) 15 at least one maintenance procedure to be applied to the liquid recirculation system (140) through which it is circulated creation of the maintenance directive by the processing unit (111) It includes the steps.
12. The method according to claim 11 is characterized by the optical response obtained from the cutting fluid (150). depending on the color value of the cutting fluid (150) and / or at least one reference color value 20 This includes the step of determining the color change accordingly.
13. A method that, according to any of the above method requirements, has the characteristic of being a cutting method. sensor data relating to the color information of the liquid (150) with at least one reference color data Comparison of the health status of the cutting fluid (150) according to the comparison result. 25 by the processing unit (111) of a numerical and / or class health score representing It includes the steps involved in its creation.
14. A method according to any of the above method requirements, and its characteristic is; created maintenance directive cutting fluid (150) water, cutting fluid (150) concentrate and / or additive addition of substance, partial or complete replacement of cutting fluid (150) and / or 18 Cleaning of at least one filter in the liquid recirculation system (140) or It must relate to at least one of the modification processes.
15. A method that, according to any of the above method requirements, has the characteristic of being a cutting method. conductivity, pH, temperature, turbidity, density, viscosity, concentration of the liquid (150) and / or at least one of the level values is detected via at least one additional sensor (170) 5 determination and determination of the health status of the cutting fluid (150) It includes the steps for use by the processor unit (111).
16. A method that, according to any of the above method requirements, has the characteristic of being a cutting method. sensor data relating to fluid (150), health statuses, health scores and / or Step 10: Saving the maintenance instructions together with the time information to the memory unit (112) It includes.
17. The method according to claim 16 is characterized by the different health of the band saw blade (120). the duration of exposure to cutting fluids (150) with their conditions and / or health scores and / or the processing unit of the number of slaughterings performed in the aforementioned health conditions (111) includes the steps of being determined by and being saved to the memory unit (112). 15 18. The method according to claim 17 is characterized by the remaining use of the band saw blade (120). the lifespan of the band saw blade (120), the service life, the cutting area and different health due to at least one of the following conditions: exposure history to cutting fluids (150) This includes the step of calculation by the processor unit (111).
19. The method is defined according to any of the above method requirements; its characteristic is that it is created. 20 maintenance directive, health status of cutting fluid (150), health score and / or The calculated remaining service life is visualized through at least one user interface (113). and / or includes the step of transmitting the information to the user audibly.