Processed Groove Imaging With Latest-Groove Position Marking
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Solution Overview
Problem
In processing apparatuses, deviations in the positional relationship between the central processing means and the reference line of the microscope can occur, leading to the loss of sight of the latest processed groove during quality checks, potentially causing errors in hairline adjustments.
Innovation Solution
A processing apparatus is equipped with a display unit that superimposes a mark indicating the latest processed groove on the captured image, allowing operators to always recognize its position, even when the imaging unit is moved, by storing the Y-coordinate of the latest processed groove and adjusting the mark's direction based on the imaging position.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the imaging unit is moved to check different processed grooves during quality inspection, then the operator can inspect multiple grooves, but the sight of the latest processed groove is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a visual copy of the latest processed groove's position by displaying a mark (such as a frame or indicator) on the display unit that represents the latest groove's location. This mark is superimposed on the captured image, allowing the operator to see both the current field of view and the position of the latest groove simultaneously, thus preventing loss of information while enabling movement to inspect other grooves
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary element (the mark displayed on the display unit) that mediates between the imaging unit's movement and the operator's awareness of the latest processed groove. This mark acts as a visual guide that maintains the connection between the operator and the latest groove's position even when the imaging unit is moved away from that position
2Ease of operation
If manual hairline adjustment is executed without clear identification of the latest processed groove, then adjustment operations can be performed, but errors may occur in the adjustment process
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback by continuously displaying the mark indicating the latest processed groove's position on the display unit. This visual feedback allows the operator to confirm they are viewing the correct groove before performing hairline adjustment, ensuring that adjustment operations are performed on the intended target and preventing errors
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary action by displaying the mark that identifies the latest processed groove's position before the operator initiates hairline adjustment. This advance visual identification ensures that the operator knows which groove will be adjusted, allowing for proper preparation and verification before the adjustment operation begins
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AI summary
A cutting apparatus includes a chuck table that holds a workpiece, a processing unit that forms a processed groove in the workpiece, an imaging unit that images the workpiece, a display unit that displays a captured image of a processed groove imaged by the imaging unit, and a control unit that executes display control of a display screen of the display unit. The control unit causes a mark that indicates the latest processed groove based on the Y-coordinate of the latest processed groove to be displayed on the display unit while being superimposed on a captured image.