Lever-Based Object Detection Device for Workstation Supply
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Solution Overview
Problem
Visual inspection devices used for detecting objects at processing stations are costly and have low detection efficiency due to the need for extensive image data processing.
Innovation Solution
A detection device comprising an installation plate, a rotatable lever member, and a sensor that automatically resets to indicate the presence or absence of an object, eliminating the need for expensive visual inspection devices by determining object presence based on the lever's position.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If visual inspection devices are used to detect objects at processing stations, then detection capability is provided, but detection cost increases and detection efficiency decreases due to extensive image data processing
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts only the essential detection function from complex visual inspection devices. By using a simple sensor to detect the presence state of the lever member instead of capturing and processing full images, the system obtains sufficient detection information while eliminating unnecessary data processing overhead.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces expensive visual inspection devices with inexpensive sensor components. The sensor-lever mechanism uses simple, low-cost parts that can be easily replaced if needed, providing the same detection function at a fraction of the cost of visual inspection systems.
2Measurement precision
If visual inspection devices are used to detect objects at processing stations, then detection capability is provided, but device cost increases due to expensive visual inspection equipment
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces expensive visual inspection devices with inexpensive sensor components. The sensor-lever mechanism uses simple, low-cost parts that can be easily replaced if needed, providing the same detection function at a fraction of the cost of visual inspection systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention creates a simplified physical copy of the object presence state through the lever member mechanism. Instead of using complex optical systems to detect and process visual information, the system creates a mechanical representation (lever position) that directly indicates object presence, which can be detected by simple sensors.
3Measurement precision
If visual inspection devices are used to detect objects, then detection function is achieved, but system complexity increases due to image data processing requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts only the essential detection function from complex visual inspection devices. By using a simple sensor to detect the presence state of the lever member instead of capturing and processing full images, the system obtains sufficient detection information while eliminating unnecessary data processing overhead.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces the optical-mechanical system of visual inspection devices with a simpler mechanical-sensor system. The complex image capture and processing chain is substituted with a direct mechanical indication mechanism (lever) detected by simple sensors, dramatically reducing system complexity.
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 solution reduces detection costs and improves efficiency by directly determining object presence without requiring expensive visual devices, enhancing detection accuracy and reducing processing complexities.
Implementation Method 1
The lever member is rotated from the first position to the second position under a pushing of an object when the object is supplied to a predetermined workstation
Implementation Method 2
The lever member can be automatically reset to the first position under gravity when no object is supplied to the predetermined workstation
Data Source
AI summary
A detection device includes an installation plate, a lever member rotatably installed on the installation plate and rotatable between a first position and a second position, and a sensor installed on the installation plate and detecting whether the lever member is in the second position. The lever member is rotated from the first position to the second position under a pushing of an object when the object is supplied to a predetermined workstation. The lever member can be automatically reset to the first position under gravity when no object is supplied to the predetermined workstation. It is determined that the object is supplied to the predetermined workstation if the sensor detects that the lever member is in the second position and, if the sensor does not detect that the lever member is in the second position, it is determined that no object is supplied to the predetermined workstation.