Automated assembly and welding of structures
US8157155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53961
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for automated assembly and welding is disclosed. The system includes a pallet for receiving incoming workpieces; a workpiece holder having a plurality of electromagnets; a handling robot configured to transport incoming workpieces from the pallet to the workpiece holder; and a controller in communication with the workpiece holder and the handling robot. The controller is configured to determine an orientation of a workpiece positioned on the workpiece holder, and to selectively adjust an activation state of one or more electromagnets of the workpiece holder based upon the orientation of the workpiece. A method of assembling and welding workpieces is also disclosed.
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