Abstract:
A method and apparatus for monitoring parameters indicating the quality of an ultrasonic weld process. A signal that is the function of the transducer and load impedance is first operated on by taking its logarithm. That signal is differentiated to provide a signal indicative of the smoothness of the machine movement; the negative portion of the machine signal is looked at during a selected time frame to detect the weld. The logarithm of the impedance signal is also integrated to provide a signal indicating the cleanness of the weld. The transducer voltage or current can also be monitored to assure that the desired amplitude is applied over an optimum time period.