Method of simplifying machine operation
US6684264B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2045/7606
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and method for controlling a molding machine includes structure and function for a human machine interface control panel having: (i) a flat panel display screen; (ii) a pointing device; (iii) a plurality of pushbuttons overlaid with or without icons; (iv) a housing containing the above and the associated electronics; (v) structure to uniquely identify each users preferred configuration; (vi) structure to connect to a remote controller for both digital information and video signal communication; (vii) a connection for receiving external power to drive the panel's electronics and display; and (viii) software running in the remote controller to provide all the operating functions of the human machine interface.
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