Saw data acquisition system and method of operating a saw
AssigneeThe M. K. Morse Company
InventorMark Alan Taylor
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Abstract
The saw data acquisition system and method of operating a saw employ sensors that detect specific data regarding a cutting operation. The system and method enable the saw operator to input data and display selected the data for the operator. Data that is detected by the sensors and which is input are collected and transmitted to a central processing location, acquired at the central processing location, and analyzed. The analysis enables optimum cutting parameters for a given cutting task, guidance regarding optimum operation and efficiency of the saw, information for improved blade design and manufacture, and optional remote monitoring capabilities of multiple saws, to be provided.
Claims21
A method of operating a saw, said method comprising the steps of:
- equipping a saw with at least one sensor;
- acquiring data regarding the cutting operation using said at least one sensor;
- transmitting said acquired data to a central processing location;
- acquiring said transmitted data in said central processing location;
- analyzing said acquired data;
- generating recommendations for operation of said saw based on said analysis;
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- incorporating said recommendations into said operation of said saw to optimize the operation and efficiency of the saw.
A saw data acquisition system, said system comprising:
- at least one sensor being operatively connected to a saw;
- an interface panel being operatively connected to said saw;
- a central processing location;
- means for transmitting data acquired by said at least one sensor and data input into said interface panel to said central processing location;
- said central processing location including a storage medium for storing said transmitted data;
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- means for analyzing said transmitted data and providing recommendations for operation of said saw based on the analysis.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.