Inspection Head Positioning for Precise Camera Module Measurement

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a need for equipment capable of precisely measuring the horizontality and performing vision tests on small, densely mounted electronic components like camera modules, which requires precise control of inspection equipment at various angles and distances.

Innovation Solution

An adjustment control device comprising lowering, rotation, tilting, rotating, horizontal movement, and forward/backward control units that allow for precise adjustment of inspection equipment to inspect objects at different angles and distances, using mechanisms like rail grooves, slide bars, and actuation units to ensure accurate positioning and movement.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If inspection equipment is manually positioned for measuring camera modules, then measurement can be performed, but measurement precision and horizontality accuracy deteriorate due to inability to precisely control angles and distances

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemeasurement precisionVSAvoidoperation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual mechanical positioning with an automated control system that uses a processor to receive user input and automatically adjusts the inspection equipment's position and angle. This substitution of manual mechanical operation with an automated control system resolves the contradiction by providing precise measurement control while maintaining ease of operation through simple user input interfaces.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The inspection equipment incorporates self-adjustment capabilities where the system automatically calculates and executes positioning adjustments based on received parameters. The equipment performs self-positioning and self-alignment functions, reducing the need for complex manual operation while ensuring measurement precision through automated control algorithms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Adaptability or versatility

If inspection equipment is fixed at a single position, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to inspect objects at various angles and distances deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinspection angle adjustmentVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic positioning capabilities where the inspection equipment can be adjusted to various angles and distances based on inspection requirements. The system includes adjustable mounting mechanisms and controlled movement capabilities that allow the equipment to transition between different positions and orientations, providing adaptability while managing complexity through modular design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The inspection equipment is designed with multi-functional capabilities to perform various inspection tasks at different angles and distances using a single integrated system. The universal design includes adjustable components and programmable control that enable the same equipment to handle diverse inspection scenarios, reducing the need for multiple specialized devices and thereby managing overall system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple adjustment mechanisms are added to control inspection equipment at various angles, then adaptability improves, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveposition control capabilityVSAvoidcontrol mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple adjustment functions into an integrated control system where angle adjustment, distance control, and positioning are managed through a unified processor-based controller. By merging these functions into a single intelligent control unit rather than separate mechanical mechanisms, the system achieves high adaptability while reducing the physical complexity of control mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The system controls inspection equipment by changing operational parameters (angles, distances, positions) through software control rather than complex mechanical linkages. The processor receives target parameters and automatically adjusts equipment configuration, replacing mechanical complexity with programmable parameter control that provides adaptability through software rather than hardware complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS12259405B2Adjustment control device for precise measurement
Publication Date: 2025.03.25 PAMTEK CORP
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AI summary

An adjustment control device for precise measurement that controls an inspection equipment for inspecting an inspected object to perform precise measurement includes a lowering control unit that lowers the inspection equipment with respect to the inspected object, a rotation control unit that is coupled to the lowering control unit and that controls the lowering control unit to rotate the inspection equipment at a predetermined angle in left and right directions when viewed from a frontal point of view, and a forward and backward control unit that is disposed above the rotation control unit and that transmit a moving force to the rotation control unit to move the inspection equipment forward or forward on the inspected object.