公开(公告)号：US5581636A

公开(公告)日：1996-12-03

申请号：US377677

申请日：1995-01-24

Applicant: Gregory P. Skinger

Inventor： Gregory P. Skinger

IPC: G06K7/10 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06K9/36

CPC classification number: G06K7/10851 ,  G06K7/10594 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06K7/1443 ,  G06K2207/1013

Abstract: A concentric ring target detector receives input pixel data from an optical scanning device. The pixel data represents images on a conveyor belt and moving objects bearing information-encoded labels which are advanced by the conveyor belt. Input pixel data is alternately applied to a pair of FIFO blocks, one of such blocks receiving odd and even pixels from scan line N, the other of the blocks receiving pixels from scan line N-1. Pixels from the FIFO blocks are coupled through a pixel switch to a multi-tap first-in first-out block. Each FIFO block applies data to the pixel switch at one-half the rate at which it was received by the FIFO block to maintain constant throughput without the FIFO's overflowing or emptying. The pixel switch ensures that the pixels from scan lines N and N-1 remain in serial order. Pixels from scan line N and N-1 are shifted through a multi-tap FIFO. The multi-tap FIFO has a plurality of taps that enable reading of each pixel written to the multi-tap FIFO as the pixels are shifted through the FIFO. Various one of the tap outputs are coupled to a pair of template correlators. The image frame represented by the pixels applied to the template correlators are compared to templates in the correlators. The templates represent an image of a concentric ring acquisition target disposed on an information-encoded label. If either template correlator recognizes a predetermined correlation threshold, a detection signal is applied to a detection gate causing a detection signal line to activate at a point where the coordinates of the center of the concentric rings disposed on the information encoded label can be determined.

Abstract translation: 同心环目标检测器从光学扫描装置接收输入像素数据。 像素数据表示传送带上的图像和由传送带推进的携带信息编码标签的移动物体。 输入像素数据被交替地施加到一对FIFO块，其中一个块从扫描线N接收奇数和偶数像素，另一个块从扫描线N-1接收像素。 来自FIFO块的像素通过像素开关耦合到多抽头先进先出块。 每个FIFO块将数据以FIFO块接收的速率的一半的速率向像素开关应用，以保持恒定的吞吐量，而不会使FIFO溢出或排空。 像素开关确保来自扫描线N和N-1的像素保持串行顺序。 来自扫描线N和N-1的像素通过多抽头FIFO移位。 多抽头FIFO具有多个抽头，当像素通过FIFO移位时，能够读取写入多抽头FIFO的每个像素。 抽头输出中的一个耦合到一对模板相关器。 将由应用于模板相关器的像素表示的图像帧与相关器中的模板进行比较。 模板表示设置在信息编码标签上的同心环获取目标的图像。 如果模板相关器识别预定的相关阈值，则检测信号被施加到检测门，使得检测信号线在可以确定设置在信息编码标签上的同心环的中心坐标的点处激活。

公开(公告)号：US5547063A

公开(公告)日：1996-08-20

申请号：US248057

申请日：1994-05-24

Applicant: Henri Bonnet

Inventor： Henri Bonnet

IPC: B07C1/02 ,  B07C3/06 ,  B65G47/82 ,  B65H29/58 ,  B65G37/00 ,  B65G47/10

CPC classification number: B65G47/82 ,  B07C1/02 ,  B07C3/06 ,  B65H29/58 ,  B65H2301/4422 ,  B65H2404/267 ,  B65H2404/631 ,  B65H2404/64 ,  Y10S209/90 ,  Y10S209/916 ,  Y10S209/917

Abstract: A sorting system for sorting packages at high speed to a large number of destinations by automation. The sorting system provides a feeding mechanism for depositing flat packages in an upright position on a conveying system. The conveying system includes lower and upper conveyors for supporting the package. Ejection modules are included along the length of the conveying system for guiding as well as ejecting individual packages along the conveying system. The ejection module extends around the items to prevent falling of the items in a first position, and breaks away from the around the article when a plunger pushes the article from the path.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过自动化将包高速分拣到大量目的地的分拣系统。 分拣系统提供用于在输送系统上的直立位置上放置扁平包装的进给机构。 输送系统包括用于支撑包装的下部和上部输送机。 沿着输送系统的长度包括喷射模块，用于引导以及沿输送系统排出各个包装。 弹出模块围绕物品延伸以防止物品在第一位置的落下，并且当柱塞将物品从路径推动时，该物品从物品周围脱离。

公开(公告)号：US5538391A

公开(公告)日：1996-07-23

申请号：US413342

申请日：1995-03-30

Applicant: Henri Bonnet

Inventor： Henri Bonnet

IPC: B65G59/02 ,  B65G59/00 ,  B65G67/08 ,  B65G65/02

CPC classification number: B65G59/023 ,  B65G59/005 ,  B65G67/08

Abstract: An apparatus for mechanized loading and unloading, having an insertable pallet that may be tilted around its longitudinal axis and that can be moved horizontally and vertically. The pallet has a live conveyor for advancing a package along the pallet. Also a method for acquiring packages from a stack of packages with a mechanical loader having a pallet, including the steps of (a) vertically translating the pallet to the height of the package to be acquired, (b) tilting the pallet around the longitudinal axis so that the angle of the pallet roughly matches the angle of the bottom of the package to be acquired, (c) horizontally translating the pallet so that a front edge of the pallet is inserted into a seam between the package to be acquired and the other packages in the stack, and (d) advancing the package to be acquired along the pallet.

Abstract translation: 一种用于机械装载和卸载的装置，具有可插入托盘，该托盘可以围绕其纵向轴线倾斜并且可以水平和垂直地移动。 托盘具有用于沿着托盘推进包装的活动输送机。 还有一种从具有托盘的机械装载机获得包装堆的方法，包括以下步骤：（a）将托盘垂直平移到要获取的包装的高度，（b）使托盘围绕纵轴倾斜 使得托盘的角度大致与要获取的包装的底部的角度相匹配，（c）水平平移托盘，使得托盘的前边缘插入到要被采集的包装和另一个之间的接缝中 堆叠中的包装，以及（d）沿着托盘推进要被采集的包装。

公开(公告)号：US5517018A

公开(公告)日：1996-05-14

申请号：US385799

申请日：1995-02-09

Applicant: Joe Zheng ,  John Sussmeier

Inventor： Joe Zheng ,  John Sussmeier

IPC: G06K7/00 ,  G06K7/10 ,  H04N3/14

CPC classification number: G06K7/10732

Abstract: An apparatus for illumination and imaging of a surface includes an apparatus for illuminating the surface, an apparatus for obtaining an image of the illuminated surface and providing an output signal representative of the obtained image, and an apparatus for limiting the exposure time of the image-obtaining apparatus to a selected fast exposure time less than the video frame rate of the image-obtaining apparatus. The image-obtaining apparatus may be a CCD-based camera. The CCD-based camera and the illumination apparatus may be mounted in a shroud having an opaque side wall. A first polarizing film may be provided intermediate the illumination apparatus and the surface, and a second polarizing film, having a polarization orientation orthogonal to that of the first polarizing film, may be provided intermediate the surface and the image-obtaining apparatus. Tip switches may be provided to prevent activation of the illumination apparatus and the image obtaining apparatus except when a lower edge of the shroud side wall is in contact with the surface.

Abstract translation: 用于照明和成像表面的装置包括用于照射表面的装置，用于获得被照射表面的图像并提供表示所获得的图像的输出信号的装置，以及用于限制图像形成装置的曝光时间的装置， 获得装置到选择的快速曝光时间小于图像获取装置的视频帧速率。 图像获取装置可以是基于CCD的相机。 基于CCD的相机和照明装置可以安装在具有不透明侧壁的护罩中。 可以在照明装置和表面之间设置第一偏振膜，并且可以在表面和图像获取装置之间设置具有与第一偏振膜的偏振方向正交的偏振取向的第二偏振膜。 可以提供尖端开关以防止照明装置和图像获取装置的激活，除了当护罩侧壁的下边缘与表面接触时。

公开(公告)号：US5509526A

公开(公告)日：1996-04-23

申请号：US396973

申请日：1995-03-01

Applicant: Henri Bonnet

Inventor： Henri Bonnet

IPC: B65G47/38 ,  B07C5/36 ,  B65G17/34 ,  B65G23/10 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/40 ,  B65G47/50 ,  B65G47/96 ,  B65G17/06

CPC classification number: B65G23/10 ,  B65G17/345 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/962 ,  B65G2201/02 ,  B65G2207/18

Abstract: An automatic system for sorting items, such as small parcels, into groups bound for different geographical locations is described. The system uses tilting trays arranged at multiple levels, with all the trays being mounted on carriages traveling on a single monorail. The trays are tilted at the proper output chutes by cam roller mechanisms which are appropriately inserted into the path of cams on the trays under the coordination of a digital controller. A simple drive mechanism moves the carriages along the monorail using a drive roller which presses against the carriages. The carriages may be linked by a pliable linkage assembly that does not include mechanical hinges or like mechanisms. The system is easy to repair and operates at low noise levels.

公开(公告)号：US5501313A

公开(公告)日：1996-03-26

申请号：US398544

申请日：1995-03-06

Applicant: Henri Bonnet

Inventor： Henri Bonnet

IPC: B65G47/38 ,  B07C5/36 ,  B65G17/34 ,  B65G23/10 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/40 ,  B65G47/50 ,  B65G47/96 ,  B65G47/46

CPC classification number: B65G23/10 ,  B65G17/345 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/962 ,  B65G2201/02 ,  B65G2207/18

Abstract: An automatic system for sorting items such as small, elongate parcels into groups for different geographical locations. The system uses tilting trays, suspended from a track, with the trays being suspended from at least two carriages. The trays are tilted at the proper output chutes by cam roller mechanisms which are appropriately inserted into the path of cams on the trays under the coordination of a digital controller. A simple drive mechanism moves the carriages along the monorail using a drive roller which presses against the top of the carriages. The carriages may be linked by a pliable linkage assembly that does not include mechanical hinges or like mechanisms. The system is easy to repair and operates at low noise levels.

Abstract translation: 一种自动系统，用于将不同地理位置的小型细长包裹物品分类成一组。 系统使用从轨道悬挂的倾斜托盘，托盘从至少两个托架悬挂下来。 托盘通过凸轮辊机构在适当的输出滑槽处倾斜，该凸轮辊机构在数字控制器的协调下适当地插入到托盘上的凸轮的路径中。 简单的驱动机构使用驱动滚筒沿着单轨来移动托架，该驱动辊压靠在托架的顶部。 托架可以由不包括机械铰链或类似机构的柔性连杆组件连接。 该系统易于维修，噪音低。

公开(公告)号：US5489017A

公开(公告)日：1996-02-06

申请号：US261348

申请日：1994-06-16

Applicant: Henri Bonnet

Inventor： Henri Bonnet

IPC: B65G47/40 ,  B07C5/36 ,  B65G17/34 ,  B65G23/10 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/38 ,  B65G47/50 ,  B65G47/96 ,  B65G47/46

CPC classification number: B65G23/10 ,  B65G17/345 ,  B65G23/22 ,  B65G47/962 ,  B65G2201/02 ,  B65G2207/18

Abstract: An automatic system for sorting items, such as small parcels, into groups bound for different geographical locations is described. The system includes a carriage for traveling along a track, the carriage having an adjustment feature such that it may continuously be held against the track. The carriage also provides a tilt tray in which packages are presented on a convex surface. The convex surface causes the package to be destabilized, so they may be quickly discharged from the tilt tray.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于将诸如小包裹的物品分类为不同地理位置的组的自动系统。 该系统包括用于沿着轨道行进的滑架，滑架具有调节特征，使得其可以连续地保持抵靠轨道。 托架还提供倾斜托盘，其中包装呈现在凸面上。 凸表面使得包装件变得不稳定，因此它们可以从倾斜托盘快速排出。

公开(公告)号：US5430282A

公开(公告)日：1995-07-04

申请号：US238808

申请日：1994-05-06

Applicant: Steven L. Smith ,  Joseph P. Mulligan ,  Gregory P. Skinger ,  Robert H. Esslinger

Inventor： Steven L. Smith ,  Joseph P. Mulligan ,  Gregory P. Skinger ,  Robert H. Esslinger

IPC: G06K7/10 ,  G06K7/14 ,  H04N1/03

CPC classification number: G06K7/1092 ,  G06K7/10851 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06K7/1443 ,  G06K2007/10485 ,  G06K2207/1013

Abstract: The system has an optical scanning device formed of a plurality of pixel elements for providing a scan output signal representative of a scanned region of an object. The system has a reflector, an illumination source, a light compensator, and an object positioner. The reflector defines an ellipse. The object positioner disposes the object substantially near the major axis of the ellipse. The illumination source emits and applies light energy to the object disposed at a first focus of the ellipse. The light compensator, which varies the light energy emitted from the illumination source, has one or more dedicated pixels of the optical scanning device. The light compensator also has fiber optical transmitters that receive light transmitted from the illumination source and couple to the dedicated pixels, which are unavailable for receiving reflected light from the scanned region of the object.

Abstract translation: 该系统具有由多个像素元件形成的用于提供表示对象的扫描区域的扫描输出信号的光学扫描装置。 该系统具有反射器，照明源，光补偿器和物体定位器。 反射器定义一个椭圆。 物体定位器将物体基本上靠近椭圆的长轴。 照明源发射并向设置在椭圆的第一焦点处的物体施加光能。 改变从照明源发射的光能的光补偿器具有光学扫描装置的一个或多个专用像素。 光补偿器还具有光纤发射器，其接收从照明源发射的光并耦合到专用像素，这些专用像素不可用于接收来自被扫描区域的反射光。

公开(公告)号：US5364146A

公开(公告)日：1994-11-15

申请号：US925601

申请日：1992-08-04

Applicant: Alexander Brandorff ,  Steven L. Smith

Inventor： Alexander Brandorff ,  Steven L. Smith

IPC: B25J15/00 ,  B25J15/02 ,  B25J15/08

CPC classification number: B25J15/02 ,  B25J15/0023 ,  Y10S294/907

Abstract: Robotic hand includes retractable paddles for supporting an article and a vertically-movable top paddle for engaging an upper surface of the article. The top paddle is mounted on an upper free end of a band of sheet-like material, which may be extended above the top surface of a housing of the robotic hand. Inflatable bladders in the retractable paddles have a relatively high coefficient of friction, and the top surface of the paddles has relatively low coefficient of friction. A force sensor may be provided in the lower surface of the top paddles.

Abstract translation: 机器人手包括用于支撑制品的可伸缩桨叶和用于接合物品的上表面的可垂直移动的顶部桨叶。 顶部桨叶安装在片状材料带的上部自由端上，其可以在机器人手的壳体的顶表面上方延伸。 可伸缩桨叶中的充气气囊具有相对高的摩擦系数，桨叶的顶面具有较低的摩擦系数。 力传感器可以设置在顶部桨叶的下表面中。

公开(公告)号：US5340950A

公开(公告)日：1994-08-23

申请号：US945224

申请日：1992-09-15

Applicant: Alexander Brandorff ,  John W. Sussmeier ,  Steven L. Smith

Inventor： Alexander Brandorff ,  John W. Sussmeier ,  Steven L. Smith

IPC: G01G11/00 ,  G01G11/04 ,  G01G19/52

CPC classification number: G01G11/04 ,  G01G11/003

Abstract: A method and apparatus for weighing an object in which the object is moved to, and tipped over, a tip point. A signal representative of the weight of the object is generated as the object is tipped over the tip point. The apparatus may include a conveyor for moving the object toward the tip point, which may be supported by a load sensor that generates the signals representative of the object weight.

Abstract translation: 一种用于对物体进行称重的方法和装置，其中物体移动到顶端并且倾斜。 当对象倾斜在尖端上时，生成表示对象的权重的信号。 该装置可以包括用于将物体朝向尖端点移动的传送器，该传送器可以由产生代表物体重量的信号的负载传感器支撑。