Systems and methods for a robotic tape applicator
US7093642B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1788
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed to systems and methods for automatically applying a tape, such as an adhesive, to a work-piece. According to one embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a system and method for a robotic tape applicator that includes a computer apparatus, a tape applicator apparatus, and an apparatus for holding a work-piece in registration with the tape applicator apparatus for tape application in response to programming data from the computer apparatus. Other components, such as a tape cutting apparatus, a splicing apparatus, adhesion promoter apparatus, and/or optical system can be added to assist and enhance the tape application process.
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