Machine control and data logging station
OwnerDavid J. Butlerinventor
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Abstract
A machine control and data logging station, intended for use with a saw or other machine tool, features a processor which monitors a number of input lines, a real time clock and time stamp function. Any change of input signals from the machine tool will be recorded in flash memory. Both wired and wireless outputs may read the memory at any given time. Optionally, hardware or software data communication encryption may be employed to provide increased confidentiality and security. The station continually monitors sensor inputs and can react automatically to emergency-stop the machine tool upon sensing a dangerous condition.
Claims7
A machine control and data logging station adapted to be used with at least one machine tool, said logging station comprising
- at least a programmable digital event recorder to monitor operation of said machine tool;
- a programmable microcontroller (8);
- a timer with battery backup power (9), capable of maintaining a chronological record of a machine tool's operation for a period of at least 30 days;
- a source of signals representing clock data;
- a plurality of sensors (13) capable of detecting and signaling operating parameters selected from:
- chronological time;
- temperature)(F.° C.° K°;
- liquid pressure;
- gas pressure;
- linear motion speed (FPS/MPS);
- rotational speed (RPM);
- operator ID;
- touch sensor;
- moisture;
- liquid;
- acceleration;
- weight;
- incline;
- voltage;
- current resistance;
- magnetism;
- position;
- proximity;
- vibration;
- optical;
- force;
- audio;
- dust;
- and
- at least one logging device adapted to record the foregoing sensor output data and clock data.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.