System and method for bucking a stem
US9999987B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 9, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26D7/28
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Provided is a method for bucking a stem that utilizes the combination of moving sensor and a fixed sensor. The fixed sensor measures a location of a first end of the stem travelling on a conveyor to determine a travel distance the first end has moved past the fixed sensor. The movable sensor measures a location of a second end of the stem to determine a sensor distance between the fixed sensor and the movable sensor. The length of the stem is determined by adding the travel distance to the sensor distance.
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