Robot welding vision first slashes costs

Meta Vision Systems' new laser sensor is the first such sensor to incorporate high performance image processing in the sensor head itself, rather than needing a separate computer.

Installing the new Smart Laser Sensor (SLS) at least halves the cost of automating arc welding equipment and robot welders, compared with using conventional laser sensors. The cost can be a small fraction of the previous outlay, if the welding equipment has an Ethernet or CANbus interface, allowing direct connection of the SLS.

Other functions of the SLS, in addition to seam tracking during welding, include inspection of the bevel on pipe ends before welding, and of the weld bead after it is laid. Tracking position detection and measuring accuracy is within ± 0.1 mm.

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Andrew Allcock

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