Component Mounting Image Data Correction Without Manual Rework
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for correcting image processing data at component mounting machines are time-consuming and inefficient, leading to potential productivity losses due to the need for manual intervention and operator movement between machines and control devices.
Innovation Solution
An automated system and method that enables the detection and creation of image processing data directly at the component mounting machine, reducing operator workload and allowing for improved efficiency by performing error detection and data creation automatically, with optional manual correction at the line control device for non-automatable components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual correction of image processing data is performed at the line control device, then correction capability is achieved, but work efficiency deteriorates due to time-consuming operations and operator movement
Solution Approach 1:
The component mounting machine automatically detects errors in image processing data and performs self-correction by generating corrected data, eliminating the need for operator intervention. The machine serves itself by autonomously identifying and rectifying data errors during component mounting operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The manual mechanical process of operator intervention is replaced with an automated detection and correction system. The error detection unit and automatic correction mechanism substitute for the operator's manual correction actions, transforming a labor-intensive process into an automated electronic system.
2Measurement precision
If operator checks and corrects image processing data at line control device, then error detection capability is achieved, but productivity deteriorates due to operator movement and time loss
Solution Approach 1:
The component mounting machine autonomously detects errors in image processing data through its built-in error detection unit, eliminating the need for operator inspection. The system self-monitors and identifies data errors during normal operation without requiring external human intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The automated error detection unit replaces the operator's manual inspection process. The system uses electronic detection mechanisms to identify errors in image processing data, substituting human visual inspection with automated electronic detection that operates continuously without interruption.
3Productivity
If automated error detection and data creation is performed at component mounting machine, then work efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The component mounting machine is enhanced with multi-functionality, integrating error detection, data analysis, and automatic correction capabilities into its existing structure. The same device that performs component mounting also detects image processing errors and generates corrected data, consolidating multiple functions into a single system.
Solution Approach 2:
The error detection unit and data creation functions are merged with the existing component mounting system. Rather than adding separate standalone systems, the patent integrates these new functions into the component mounting machine's control architecture, combining multiple operations within a unified system framework.
Data Source
Figure 1~2
Figure 3A
Figure 3B
AI summary
Because mounting control device 4 comprises: an error detection means which detects an error based on image processing data and a component image taken of component P; and a data creation means which creates image processing data based on a component image, processing of creating image processing data is performed automatically at component mounting machine 3. Due to this, because an operator does not need to perform work of creating image processing data, the work load on the operator can be reduced, and it is possible to improve work efficiency and productivity.