Method of adjusting weld parameters to compensate for process tolerances
US6011241A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K9/1274
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An adaptive welding method and apparatus adjusts the amount of weld material deposited in a fillet weld based on gap width and gap orientation. The method includes the step of obtaining nominal area information identifying a nominal weld cross sectional area between a first plate and a second plate to be welded. The method further includes the step of obtaining gap width information identifying a width of a gap between the first plate and the second plate. The method still further includes the step of determining a supplemental area defining the cross sectional area in excess of the nominal weld cross sectional area, the determination based on the gap width information and a predetermined gap orientation. The method yet further includes the step of controlling one or more weld parameters based on the nominal area information and the determined supplemental area.
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