System and a method for remote assistance in a foundry
US8798783B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/45244
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The object of the present invention is to provide a remote assistant system for a foundry, i.e., a plant that comprises a plurality of machines. The remote assistant system in a foundry includes a first sequencer for controlling a molding line and a second sequencer for controlling a molding machine. It further includes a sequencer-communicating mechanism for connecting the first sequencer to the second sequencer, a first mobile computer for transmitting information by video images, etc. to a remote location, a mechanism for providing communication between mobile computers to selectively connect one of the sequencers to the first mobile computer, a second mobile computer for receiving the information from the first mobile computer, for displaying the information, and for correcting the ladder logic program and giving instructions to the operator by an assistant at a remote location.
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