Process Automation Through-Reality Graphics, Kitting, and Automated Panel Protection

972806

09/30/1997

Event
Aerofast Conference & Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
This paper addresses process improvements through reality graphics (RG) aided by automated panel protection (APP) and tool kitting pertaining to automated wing riveting and fastening. This system provides an integrated display of numerical controlled media, automatic tool identification, and image files, combined with automated panel protection. Reality graphics (image files) within the NC program allow the machine operator to access portions of the NC program while attaching a support graphic. This would include safety hazards, unique panel differences, program start, and tool change information.
Automated panel protection (APP) analyze process key characteristics, and perishable tool kits, and it monitors the installation of fasteners using multiple cameras mounted in strategic positions, taking real-time images. The APP detects incorrect tooling and possible panel damage, with little or no impact to the operational cycle time of the automated fastening equipment. The APP also collects, displays, and downloads pertinent data.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/972806
Pages
5
Citation
Peterson, P., "Process Automation Through-Reality Graphics, Kitting, and Automated Panel Protection," SAE Technical Paper 972806, 1997, https://doi.org/10.4271/972806.
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Publisher
Published
Sep 30, 1997
Product Code
972806
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English