Intelligent machining and manufacturing

摘要: A method and apparatus is disclosed for 'intelligent' control (410) of production processes such as machining, casting, heat treating welding. The key enabler an electro-optical (25, 95, 305, 405) or other suitable sensor type. generally non contact type, capable rapidly accurately acquiring data from parts the tools used to produce in a 'in-process' environment. Systems are not only instant operation, but those connected therewith, both upstream downstream. Data bases generated knowledge used. Application invention can improve quality productivity, allow which have unusual individual material characteristics (1000-1008).