High frequency electronic welding system
US5223683A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K13/08
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A high frequency welding system for tubular members applies high frequency current I to the gap for creating an alternating field. According to magnetic flux of the alternating field, an opposed current i is generated in a conductive portion of the welding apparatus. In close proximity, inductance is effected between the welding current I and the response current i. An output circuit is provided for generating high frequency current for establishing a welding heat with suppression of ripple current at the output. The welding processing is observed by a CCD camera which is in communication with an image processing portion for analyzing image data for determining welding conditions. A signal from the image processing portion is output to a monitoring portion which continuously monitors welding operation and activates an alarm if welding conditions exceed predetermined values. A correction processing portion also receives the signal from the image processing portion and effects adjustment of the power circuit for maintaining a welding heat at a desired level.
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