Automatic Laser Scan and Ink Mark Apparatus for Scraped Surface Profiling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for determining the surface roughness of scraped surfaces in machine tools are prone to human error, leading to imprecise measurements.
Innovation Solution
An automatic scan and mark apparatus comprising a machine tool, location detection module, laser detector, and ink jet, which automatically detects and marks high points on a scraped surface using laser scanning and inkjet technology, enabling precise measurement and marking of surface morphology.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional manual measurement method is used, then measurement process is simple, but measurement precision deteriorates due to human error
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical measurement system with an automated optical measurement system using a laser detector. The laser detector scans the scraped surface and automatically captures height information, eliminating human error in measurement while maintaining operational simplicity through automated control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a digital copy of the surface morphology by using the laser detector to scan and record the three-dimensional shape of the scraped surface. This digital representation allows for precise analysis and measurement without requiring physical contact or manual intervention, thereby improving measurement precision.
2Measurement precision
If automated laser scanning is implemented, then measurement precision improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into a single apparatus: the laser detector performs both surface scanning and height measurement, the control computer processes data and controls marking, and the ink jet marks high points. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate devices while maintaining high measurement precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-measurement and self-marking operations. The laser detector automatically scans the surface, the control computer processes the data to identify high points, and the ink jet automatically marks these points without requiring external intervention, thereby managing complexity through automation.
3Productivity
If manual ink marking is used, then ease of operation is maintained, but productivity deteriorates due to time-consuming measurement processes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables continuous operation by integrating the laser scanning and ink jet marking into a single automated process. The laser detector continuously scans the surface while the control computer processes data in real-time, and the ink jet continuously marks high points as they are identified, eliminating interruptions and manual repositioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual marking operations with an automated ink jet system controlled by computer algorithms. This substitution dramatically increases marking speed and precision while maintaining ease of operation through centralized control, allowing the operator to simply initiate the automated process.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The apparatus provides precise and automated measurement of surface morphology, allowing for improved surface profiling and reduced human error, enabling manufacturers to easily re-scrape identified high points without burdensome measurement processes.
Implementation Method 1
a laser detector (122)...detecting a surface morphology of the scraped surface
Implementation Method 2
activates the ink jet (126) to eject inks on high points of the scraped surface
Data Source
AI summary
An automatic scan and mark apparatus has a machine tool, a location detection module, a laser detector, an ink jet and a control computer. The machine tool has a movable module and a stage. The stage mounts and holds a specimen having a scraped surface. The control computer controls the location detection module to determine a position of the movable module, controls the laser detector to detect a surface morphology of the scraped surface in a measurement range, and activates the ink jet to eject inks on high points of the scraped surface of the specimen. Thus, the surface morphology is built automatically and high points are screened out and marked by colored ink. Manufacturer may easily redo scraping of determined high points based on the marked location on the specimen without burdensome measurement.