Methods and apparatus to control roll-forming processes
US11919060B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 16, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B13/042
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus to control roll-forming processes are disclosed. A disclosed example roll-forming apparatus includes an inlet portion to receive material, an outlet portion from which the material exits the roll-forming apparatus, a plurality of rollers extending between the inlet and outlet portions, a sensor to measure at least one dimension of the material as the material moves through the roll-forming apparatus, the material measured by the sensor between the inlet and outlet portions, and material adjuster circuitry to adjust roll-forming of the material by moving at least one of the plurality of rollers based on the at least one dimension.
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