Apparatus and methods for controlling attention of a robot

    公开(公告)号:US09868208B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-01-16

    申请号:US15269761

    申请日:2016-09-19

    Applicant: GoPro, Inc.

    Inventor: Philip Meier

    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for controlling attention and training of autonomous robotic devices. In one approach, attention of the robot may be manipulated by use of a spot-light device illuminating a portion of the aircraft undergoing inspection in order to indicate to inspection robot target areas requiring more detailed inspection. The robot guidance may be aided by way of an additional signal transmitted by the agent to the robot indicating that the object has been illuminated and attention switch may be required. Responsive to receiving the additional signal, the robot may initiate a search for the signal reflected by the illuminated area requiring its attention. Responsive to detecting the illuminated object and receipt of the additional signal, the robot may develop an association between the two events and the inspection task. The light guided attention system may influence the robot learning for subsequent actions.

    METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND FORMATS FOR DATA, SUCH AS DATA USED IN LASER PROJECTION OF FASTENERS USED IN MANUFACTURING
    3.
    发明申请
    METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND FORMATS FOR DATA, SUCH AS DATA USED IN LASER PROJECTION OF FASTENERS USED IN MANUFACTURING 审中-公开
    用于数据的方法,系统和格式,例如用于制造中使用的紧固件的激光投射的数据

    公开(公告)号:US20130203511A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-08-08

    申请号:US13722783

    申请日:2012-12-20

    Abstract: A system and method provides data for a laser projection process used in manufacturing involving fasteners. For example, the laser projection process may include projecting a laser image associated with fasteners used to assemble objects. Fastener attribute data may be extracted from an engineer's design data and processed to generate a laser projection output file. This output file may include geometric data used to project a laser image associated with the fasteners. For example, this image may be an outline indicating the location, shape, and orientation of a fastener. The output file may also include non-geometric data associated with attributes of the objects to be assembled. Both the geometric and the non-geometric data can then be displayed in a user interface, such as a display screen of a laser projector control device, in addition to the display of the laser image in three-dimensional space.

    Abstract translation: 系统和方法提供用于涉及紧固件的制造中使用的激光投射工艺的数据。 例如,激光投影处理可以包括投影与用于组装对象的紧固件相关联的激光图像。 紧固件属性数据可以从工程师的设计数据中提取并被处理以产生激光投影输出文件。 该输出文件可以包括用于投影与紧固件相关联的激光图像的几何数据。 例如,该图像可以是指示紧固件的位置,形状和取向的轮廓。 输出文件还可以包括与要组装的对象的属性相关联的非几何数据。 除了三维空间中的激光图像的显示之外,几何和非几何数据都可以显示在诸如激光投影仪控制装置的显示屏的用户界面中。

    Method of rapid hole transfer to replacement parts
    5.
    发明授权
    Method of rapid hole transfer to replacement parts 有权
    快速孔转移到更换部件的方法

    公开(公告)号:US07668616B2

    公开(公告)日:2010-02-23

    申请号:US11752353

    申请日:2007-05-23

    Abstract: A method of replacing an existing part or parts on a structure such as an aircraft. The structure is inducted for modification. An existing part is removed and a new part is temporarily installed. Hole locations are digitally transferred to the new part, e.g., photographically captured in a three-dimensional coordinate measurement system, converted to targets printable in a laser projection system. Targets are laser projected or printed on the replacement part. Holes are drilled at each printed target. The holes drilled at printed targets match hole locations on the existing part. Then, the new/replacement part is permanently attached to the structure.

    Abstract translation: 一种替换飞机等结构上的现有部件的方法。 引入结构进行修改。 现有零件被删除,并且临时安装了新零件。 孔位置被数字地传送到新部件,例如在三维坐标测量系统中照相拍摄,转换成可在激光投影系统中打印的目标。 激光投射或打印在替换部件上。 在每个印刷目标上钻孔。 在印刷目标处钻出的孔与现有零件上的孔位置匹配。 然后,新/更换部件永久地附接到结构。

    Light guided assembly system
    6.
    发明授权
    Light guided assembly system 有权
    光导组装系统

    公开(公告)号:US07515981B2

    公开(公告)日:2009-04-07

    申请号:US11909002

    申请日:2006-10-06

    Abstract: An operational guide system (10) adapted to provide visual indicators to an individual to guide sequential actions includes at least one sensor apparatus (26), a controller (20), and at least one directional light device (22, 24). The sensor apparatus (26) is operable to detect operation information and generate an output indicative of the sensed operation information. The controller (20) receives at least a first input signal indicative of the operation information and selectively provides at least one command signal in response to the first input signal. The at least one directional light device (22, 24) being selectively operable to project and target at least one indicating light in response to the at least one command signal from the controller (20).

    Abstract translation: 适于向个人提供视觉指示器以引导顺序动作的操作引导系统(10)包括至少一个传感器装置(26),控制器(20)和至少一个定向光装置(22,24)。 传感器装置(26)可操作以检测操作信息并产生指示感测到的操作信息的输出。 控制器(20)至少接收到指示操作信息的第一输入信号,并响应于第一输入信号选择性地提供至少一个命令信号。 响应于来自控制器(20)的至少一个命令信号,所述至少一个定向光装置(22,24)可选择性地可操作以投射和瞄准至少一个指示光。

    METHOD OF RAPID HOLE TRANSFER TO REPLACEMENT PARTS
    7.
    发明申请
    METHOD OF RAPID HOLE TRANSFER TO REPLACEMENT PARTS 有权
    快速移位替代部件的方法

    公开(公告)号:US20080289163A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-11-27

    申请号:US11752353

    申请日:2007-05-23

    Abstract: A method of replacing an existing part or parts on a structure such as an aircraft. The structure is inducted for modification. An existing part is removed and a new part is temporarily installed. Hole locations are digitally transferred to the new part, e.g., photographically captured in a three-dimensional coordinate measurement system, converted to targets printable in a laser projection system. Targets are laser projected or printed on the replacement part. Holes are drilled at each printed target. The holes drilled at printed targets match hole locations on the existing part. Then, the new/replacement part is permanently attached to the structure.

    Abstract translation: 一种替换飞机等结构上的现有部件的方法。 引入结构进行修改。 现有零件被删除,并且临时安装了新零件。 孔位置被数字地传送到新部件,例如在三维坐标测量系统中照相拍摄,转换成可在激光投影系统中打印的目标。 激光投射或打印在替换部件上。 在每个印刷目标上钻孔。 在印刷目标处钻出的孔与现有零件上的孔位置匹配。 然后,新/更换部件永久地附接到结构。

    SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING LIGHT TO INDICATE INCONSISTENCY LOCATIONS ON A COMPOSITE STRUCTURE
    8.
    发明申请
    SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING LIGHT TO INDICATE INCONSISTENCY LOCATIONS ON A COMPOSITE STRUCTURE 有权
    使用光源显示复合结构不确定性位置的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20070204555A1

    公开(公告)日:2007-09-06

    申请号:US11688068

    申请日:2007-03-19

    Abstract: A method for using light to indicate locations of inconsistencies on a composite structure. The method generally includes electronically accessing positional data defining one or more inconsistency locations on a composite structure. The positional data may be extracted from a part fabrication file containing numerical control (NC) data that may be used by a material placement machine to fabricate the composite structure. A light source directs light at the composite structure to illuminate the inconsistency locations as defined by the positional data. The information needed by the light source may be stored in a lookup table accessed by a processor of a vision detection system. The light allows the inconsistency locations to be noted for later action. Information such as the specific type of inconsistency detected, its dimensions, and a recommended course of action may all be projected via optical signals simultaneously onto the composite structure to aid the user in quickly identifying and evaluating each noted inconsistency. The lookup table may also be used to store historical information that aids in the evaluation of specific types of inconsistencies and may be used to by the system to suggest specific type(s) of action to the user in addressing each inconsistency.

    Abstract translation: 一种使用光指示复合结构不一致位置的方法。 该方法通常包括电子地访问定义复合结构上的一个或多个不一致位置的位置数据。 位置数据可以从包含数值控制(NC)数据的零件制造文件中提取,该数据可由材料贴装机使用以制造复合结构。 光源将光引导到复合结构以照亮由位置数据定义的不一致位置。 光源所需的信息可以存储在由视觉检测系统的处理器访问的查找表中。 灯允许注意不一致的位置以备后续行动。 诸如所检测的不一致的具体类型,其尺寸和推荐的动作过程之类的信息可以通过光信号同时投影到复合结构上,以帮助用户快速识别和评估每个所述的不一致性。 查找表还可以用于存储有助于评估特定类型的不一致性的历史信息,并且可以被系统用于在解决每个不一致性时向用户建议具体的动作类型。

    Laser scanned menu
    9.
    发明授权
    Laser scanned menu 有权
    激光扫描菜单

    公开(公告)号:US6036319A

    公开(公告)日:2000-03-14

    申请号:US220543

    申请日:1998-12-23

    Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for controlling a laser projection assisted assembly operation includes the ability to display a menu with the laser projector. An operator is able to request the menu be displayed at the operator's location. The menu provides the operator the ability to select from several display options. By selecting an icon associated with a desired display option, the operator is able to change the display option at a location remote from the control. This is particularly valuable in large laser assisted work assemblies.

    Abstract translation: 用于控制激光投影辅助组装操作的改进的方法和装置包括使用激光投影仪显示菜单的能力。 操作员能够请求在操作员位置显示菜单。 该菜单使操作员能够从多个显示选项中进行选择。 通过选择与期望的显示选项相关联的图标,操作者能够在远离控制的位置改变显示选项。 这在大型激光辅助工作组件中特别有价值。

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