Method and apparatus for inspecting parts
AssigneeInspect 100 Ltd.
InventorsWilliam Dennis Dent, Bryan Earl Emary
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Abstract
The method and apparatus for inspecting parts generally includes three main components: an indexer assembly, a clamp assembly, and a camera system. The indexer assembly is configured to rotate parts individually into proximity to the clamp assembly. The clamp assembly is configured to clamp the part and move the part into proximity to the camera system. The clamp assembly may be comprised of a first portion and a second portion which are independently moveable with respect to one another. The camera system is configured to scan the part as the clamp assembly moves the part past and create an image thereof. The camera system is further configured to analyze the image to inspect the part.
Claims20
An apparatus adapted to inspect a part, the apparatus comprising:
- a clamp having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion and the second portion are independently movable to clamp the part therebetween and move the part along a path;
- a first camera, wherein the first camera is configured to capture a first image of the part as the clamp moves the part along the path;
- and
- a plate defining a slot for receiving the part therein, wherein the plate is rotatable to selectively dispose the part between the first portion and the second portion and remove the part from between the first portion and the second portion.
A method for inspecting parts, the method comprising the steps of:
- clamping a part to be inspected;
- moving the clamp and the part past a camera;
- using the camera to form an image of the part;
- and
- analyzing the image to inspect the part.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.