Methods and systems for controlling processing sequences
US10442010B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 8, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23B2270/32
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Provided are methods for verifying sequences of different operations and controlling processing order in accordance with these sequences. Also provided are apparatuses for executing these methods. A method may involve determining a current configuration of an indicator positioned on a part. This operation may be performed using a tester coupled to a processing portion. If the current configuration of the indicator corresponds to this particular processing portion, then the part is processed using this processing portion. The indicator is then changed to a new configuration corresponding to another processing portion for performing the next operation in the sequence. The processing is only performed if the indicator has the current configuration corresponding to the processing portion. Otherwise, the operation is not performed, and the current configuration of the indicator not changed retained. The indicator may be a mechanical device or an electronic device.
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