GB1254988A - Machine tool control system - Google Patents

Machine tool control system

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GB1254988A
GB1254988A GB29064/71A GB2906471A GB1254988A GB 1254988 A GB1254988 A GB 1254988A GB 29064/71 A GB29064/71 A GB 29064/71A GB 2906471 A GB2906471 A GB 2906471A GB 1254988 A GB1254988 A GB 1254988A
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tool
conveyer
car
computer
parts
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Sundstrand Corp
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Sundstrand Corp
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Priority claimed from GB54709/68A external-priority patent/GB1254445A/en
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B19/00—Programme-control systems
    • G05B19/02—Programme-control systems electric
    • G05B19/418—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
    • G05B19/4184—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM] characterised by fault tolerance, reliability of production system
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B23—MACHINE TOOLS; METAL-WORKING NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B23Q—DETAILS, COMPONENTS, OR ACCESSORIES FOR MACHINE TOOLS, e.g. ARRANGEMENTS FOR COPYING OR CONTROLLING; MACHINE TOOLS IN GENERAL CHARACTERISED BY THE CONSTRUCTION OF PARTICULAR DETAILS OR COMPONENTS; COMBINATIONS OR ASSOCIATIONS OF METAL-WORKING MACHINES, NOT DIRECTED TO A PARTICULAR RESULT
    • B23Q41/00—Combinations or associations of metal-working machines not directed to a particular result according to classes B21, B23, or B24
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B19/00—Programme-control systems
    • G05B19/02—Programme-control systems electric
    • G05B19/418—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
    • G05B19/4183—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM] characterised by data acquisition, e.g. workpiece identification
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
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    • G05B19/00—Programme-control systems
    • G05B19/02—Programme-control systems electric
    • G05B19/418—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
    • G05B19/41835—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM] characterised by programme execution
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B19/00—Programme-control systems
    • G05B19/02—Programme-control systems electric
    • G05B19/418—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
    • G05B19/41865—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM] characterised by job scheduling, process planning, material flow
    • G05B19/4187—Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM] characterised by job scheduling, process planning, material flow by tool management
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C3/00—Registering or indicating the condition or the working of machines or other apparatus, other than vehicles
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/31—From computer integrated manufacturing till monitoring
    • G05B2219/31266—Convey, transport tool to workcenter, central tool storage
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/31—From computer integrated manufacturing till monitoring
    • G05B2219/31268—Central workpiece storage, convey workpiece, work pallet, holder to workcell
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/31—From computer integrated manufacturing till monitoring
    • G05B2219/31432—Keep track of conveyed workpiece, batch, tool, conditions of stations, cells
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/32—Operator till task planning
    • G05B2219/32046—On detection workpiece code load program for workpiece from central
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    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/36—Nc in input of data, input key till input tape
    • G05B2219/36523—Select with code on workpiece, fixture, clamp, object
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/45—Nc applications
    • G05B2219/45213—Integrated manufacturing system ims, transfer line, machining center
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B2219/00—Program-control systems
    • G05B2219/30—Nc systems
    • G05B2219/49—Nc machine tool, till multiple
    • G05B2219/49302—Part, workpiece, code, tool identification
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02P—CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION TECHNOLOGIES IN THE PRODUCTION OR PROCESSING OF GOODS
    • Y02P90/00—Enabling technologies with a potential contribution to greenhouse gas [GHG] emissions mitigation
    • Y02P90/02—Total factory control, e.g. smart factories, flexible manufacturing systems [FMS] or integrated manufacturing systems [IMS]

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  • Physics & Mathematics (AREA)
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  • General Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Manufacturing & Machinery (AREA)
  • Quality & Reliability (AREA)
  • Automation & Control Theory (AREA)
  • Mechanical Engineering (AREA)
  • Multi-Process Working Machines And Systems (AREA)

Abstract

1,254,988. Programmed control of machine tools. SUNDSTRAND CORP. Nov.18, 1968 [Nov.20, 1967], No.29064/71. Divided out of 1, 254, 445. Heading G3N. In a numerical control system for a plurality of machine tools, some of which are capable of performing similar machining operations on a plurality of parts, each part is assigned a process number which identifies the part. A computer 30, Fig.1 retains in its memory the instantaneous location of all parts and tools in the system and effects control of the machine tools 20 accordingly. A parts storage loop 40 is fed from a warehouse arm 250, comprising conveyers 255, each holding a different basic part, from an input conveyer 60. The computer memory is updated in synchronism with movement of parts by photo-electric devices 134. Transfer to a further parts loop is effected by a conveyer 61. The appropriate tools for the programme are selected from a fixed storage area 26 for each machine or from a tool conveyer 81 via a temporary storage conveyer 85. Tool transfer, Fig.3, is effected by each tool 81 being mounted in a car 83, running on rails 280, which is transferred to the conveyer 85 by a ram 350 extending a pair of short tracks across slots in rails 280. The car is disengaged from rails 280 and rolls along rails 300 by gravity until it strikes the legs 340 of a U-shaped member 342. The tool is then transferred to the spindle, (not shown), of the machine tool by a conventional tool-changer 87 having a Y-shaped end claw 380. The member 342 is moved, to correctly position the car adjacent to the claw 380 by a motor, energized by the computer 30, driving a leadscrew 360. When the tool is returned to its car, the computer energizes the motor 350 in the appropriate direction to correctly position the car carrying the used tool in the machining programme. When the programme is complete the member 342 is withdrawn and the cars returned to the conveyer 80 through a gate 230. A tool is removed from the storage arm 269 by rotation under command of the computer and raising the tool by a ram to the level of the claw 380.
GB29064/71A 1967-11-20 1968-11-18 Machine tool control system Expired GB1254988A (en)

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US68423567A 1967-11-20 1967-11-20
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FR2507521A1 (en) * 1981-06-12 1982-12-17 Honda Motor Co Ltd MACHINING INSTALLATION TYPE TRANSFER
EP0088870A2 (en) * 1982-02-19 1983-09-21 Toyoda Koki Kabushiki Kaisha Numerically controlled machine tool system capable of setting up tools into tool magazine
FR2544888A1 (en) * 1983-04-25 1984-10-26 Merlin Gerin Automated and flexible production transfer line
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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
FR2480001A1 (en) * 1980-04-03 1981-10-09 Toshiba Machine Co Ltd MACHINING SYSTEMS AND CONTROL SYSTEMS THEREOF
FR2507521A1 (en) * 1981-06-12 1982-12-17 Honda Motor Co Ltd MACHINING INSTALLATION TYPE TRANSFER
EP0088870A2 (en) * 1982-02-19 1983-09-21 Toyoda Koki Kabushiki Kaisha Numerically controlled machine tool system capable of setting up tools into tool magazine
EP0088870A3 (en) * 1982-02-19 1985-07-03 Toyoda Koki Kabushiki Kaisha Numerically controlled machine tool system capable of setting up tools into tool magazine
FR2544888A1 (en) * 1983-04-25 1984-10-26 Merlin Gerin Automated and flexible production transfer line
EP2873483A1 (en) * 2013-11-19 2015-05-20 Jtekt Corporation Flexible manufacturing system
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