Configurable welding interface for automated welding applications
US8847115B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/45135
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A welding power source including an embedded web server provides access to an operator at a remote web browser. From the remote web browser, the user is provided access to weld functions, and can selectively choose between weld functions that can be displayed and controlled from the remote web browser. The weld functions that can be accessed include control functions, which allow an operator to activate welding functions such as a jog or purge function; a command function, which allows an operator to provide a command level for a voltage, wire feed speed, or other parameter; and a display function, which provides access for an operator to display welding command and actual feedback values. The operator can also selectively view diagnostic data, including weld state data, error data, and operational voltage and current levels within the power source, such as motor voltage and input voltage levels. After an operator selects parameters to be displayed or controlled from the browser, the selected functions can be stored and recalled as a web page.
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