CNC Machining Error Correction With Closed-Loop Dimensional Feedback

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current CNC machining systems require manual adjustments by technicians, consuming human resources and preventing the realization of an intelligent factory, as they lack automated error correction capabilities within the Internet of Things system.

Innovation Solution

A machining apparatus error correction system that includes a processor and storage medium with instructions for setting initial operating parameters, detecting and analyzing machining data, calculating correction parameters using a predetermined model, and distributing these parameters to the machining apparatus for automatic adjustments, thereby reducing manual intervention and improving efficiency.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If manual adjustment by technician is used, then machining accuracy can be maintained, but human resource consumption increases and automation is prevented

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemachining accuracyVSAvoidautomation level
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The machining apparatus performs self-diagnosis and self-correction by automatically detecting machining errors through detection devices, calculating correction parameters using a correction model, and adjusting its own operating parameters without requiring external technician intervention, thereby maintaining machining accuracy while achieving automation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system establishes a closed-loop feedback mechanism where detection devices continuously monitor machining results, the processor analyzes detection data to determine errors, calculates correction parameters, and automatically adjusts operating parameters, creating a self-regulating system that maintains precision through automated feedback control

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Manufacturing precision

If manual adjustment by technician is used, then machining accuracy can be maintained, but human resource consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemachining accuracyVSAvoidhuman resource consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The machining apparatus performs self-diagnosis and self-correction by automatically detecting machining errors through detection devices, calculating correction parameters using a correction model, and adjusting its own operating parameters without requiring external technician intervention, thereby maintaining machining accuracy while achieving automation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system replaces the mechanical/manual adjustment process with an automated information processing system that uses detection devices, processors, and correction models to automatically determine and correct machining errors, substituting human technician labor with automated computational and control systems

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Manufacturing precision

If frequent inspection is performed to maintain accuracy, then machining precision is improved, but productivity decreases due to time consumption

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemachining precisionVSAvoidproduction efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The detection device operates continuously or at predetermined intervals during machining to detect errors, and the processor continuously analyzes detection data and calculates correction parameters, ensuring uninterrupted monitoring and correction processes that maintain precision without stopping production flow

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs error detection and correction parameter calculation during the machining process itself rather than waiting for post-processing inspection, enabling real-time correction that prevents error accumulation and maintains precision throughout production without requiring separate inspection stages

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS11556107B2Machining apparatus error correction system and method using safe, correction and alarm intervals
Publication Date: 2023.01.17 HONGFUJIN PRECISION ELECTRONICS ZHENGZHOU
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AI summary

A machining apparatus error correction method is implemented in a machining apparatus error correction system. The method includes setting initial operating parameters according to a predetermined machining program, obtaining dimensional detection data during machining of a product, calculating a dimensional correction parameter according to the detection data and a dimensional inspection standard according to a predetermined correction model and generating a correction parameter file readable by the machining apparatus, and distributing the correction parameter file to the corresponding machining apparatus. The initial operating parameters include clamping parameters and dimensional inspection standards.