Laser Teaching Interface for Position-Based Parameter Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current teaching devices for laser processing operations lack the ability to easily adjust laser parameters at desired positions along the movement path of a laser beam relative to a workpiece, limiting the precision and quality of the laser processing.
Innovation Solution
A teaching device and method that utilize a processor to generate and display a path image showing the movement path of a laser processing device, allowing operators to input and adjust laser parameters such as power and speed at specific positions, enabling precise control of the laser processing operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional teaching devices are used for laser processing operations, then the basic laser processing can be performed, but the ability to easily adjust laser parameters at desired positions along the movement path is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a visual dimension by displaying the movement path on a screen with multiple positions marked along it. Operators can select specific positions on the displayed path and adjust laser parameters at those positions, transforming a previously abstract parameter adjustment process into a visual, position-based interaction. This dimensional addition enables precise parameter control at desired locations without complicating the overall operation.
2Manufacturing precision
If laser parameters are adjusted at specific positions to improve processing quality, then overheating and defects can be prevented, but the complexity of the teaching device increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a visual copy or representation of the laser movement path on a display screen, showing multiple positions along the path. This graphical copy allows operators to interact with the path visually rather than through complex physical adjustments. The system maps parameter adjustments to specific positions on this visual copy, simplifying the interface while enabling precise control to prevent overheating and defects.
3Manufacturing precision
If operators can freely adjust laser parameters at desired positions, then the quality of laser process improves, but the time required for parameter setting increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-displays the complete movement path with multiple positions marked along it on the screen before the operator begins parameter adjustment. This preliminary visualization allows operators to quickly identify and select desired positions without time-consuming calculations or trial-and-error adjustments. The path and positions are prepared in advance, enabling efficient parameter setting while maintaining high processing quality.
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AI summary
A teaching device is provided with a processor. The processor generates a path image showing a moving path MP on which a laser processing device moves laser light with respect to a workpiece in laser processing, generates an input image for inputting a data set of a progress parameter indicating progress of the laser processing and a laser parameter of the laser light, and displays on the path image a position corresponding to the progress parameter on the moving path MP.