Alternative Component Data Creation in SMT Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
In the field of electronic component mounting, existing systems face challenges in rapidly and simply creating component data for alternative components when the master component is out of stock, requiring manual operator intervention and halting production.
Innovation Solution
A component mounting system and method that includes a data creating apparatus and a component arranging operation supporting apparatus, which acquires identification information to automatically create component data for alternative components by comparing and transmitting necessary information, allowing for automated data creation without manual operator input.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If manual operator intervention is used to create component data for alternative components, then the component data can be created with high accuracy, but the production line must stop and the time required increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system copies component data from the master component to create alternative component data. The data creating apparatus automatically generates alternative component data by copying and adapting master component data, eliminating the need for manual operator intervention while maintaining data accuracy through systematic copying and modification of proven working parameters
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-establishing the data creation framework and automated processes before production needs arise. The automated data creating apparatus is prepared in advance to rapidly generate alternative component data when needed, avoiding production stoppages by having the capability ready before urgent situations occur
2Reliability
If manual operator intervention is used to create component data, then data quality can be ensured, but the complexity of the operation increases and requires skilled personnel
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service by automating the component data creation process. The data creating apparatus automatically generates alternative component data without requiring operator intervention, reducing operational complexity while maintaining data quality through automated quality control mechanisms embedded in the system
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the automated data creation process receives input from component identification and validates output against required specifications. The control apparatus monitors and adjusts the data generation process based on feedback from component analysis, ensuring data quality while simplifying operations through closed-loop control
3Productivity
If automated data creation is implemented, then production continuity is maintained and time is reduced, but the system complexity and initial setup requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system achieves universality by designing a multi-functional data creating apparatus that can handle multiple component types and data formats. The apparatus serves multiple purposes: identifying components, retrieving master data, generating alternative component data, and integrating with the mounting system, thereby reducing the need for separate specialized systems and managing complexity through consolidation
Solution Approach 2:
The control apparatus acts as an intermediary between the component supply system and the mounting apparatus. It mediates the data flow by receiving component identification information, coordinating with the data creating apparatus, and transmitting the generated alternative component data to the mounting system, thereby managing system complexity through a centralized coordination layer
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AI summary
A component mounting system includes a component mounting apparatus, a data creating apparatus and a component arranging operation supporting apparatus. The component mounting apparatus mounts components on a substrate. The data creating apparatus creates component data for each component. The component arranging operation supporting apparatus includes an identification information acquiring unit that acquires component identification information given to the component supplying member, and a control unit which checks a component to be disposed in a position based on the component identification information. The control unit of the component arranging operation supporting apparatus performs a request for a creation of component data regarding an alternative component, and the data creating apparatus receives the request and creates the component data regarding the alternative component.