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Machine Vision Excels In Automation Inspections
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Machine Vision
Replacing human visual inspection with machine vision inspections in a factory setting is a viable option but needs to be implemented with care and the machine vision system needs to be married with application requirements. There are many key tasks in the manufacturing of goods that include inspection steps, identification of quality control issues and assembly processes that require visual inspection. Human vision is prone to errors caused by fatigue or boredom with the task and is much slower than machine vision techniques.
A machine vision inspection system is more reliable at performing repetitive tasks and can also perform the inspections with greater accuracy and with a higher level of consistency over time than human vision; the machine is not prone to boredom or fatigue issues. A machine vision system can ultimately increase production; eliminate errors associated with incomplete or incorrect assembly and can ultimately cut back on labor and production costs. Machine visioning technology can also automatically identify and correct issues with manufacturing and quality control.
Manufacturers have not fully embraced machine-visioning technologies as they feel it’s expensive or too complex to integrate into the system. While there are many components involved in machine visioning, the technology is becoming user-friendlier and the costs have reduced as the technology has become more widely used. The sellers of machine vision technology can work with a manufacturer to customize the system, which could include: frame grabbers, cameras, software or other items to meet the specific needs of an industry. All-in-one vision systems are also available that incorporate the image capturing and image processing steps.
End users find machine visioning an ideal option for automating factory floor operations. Before making a decision on integrating a machine vision system, the user needs to decide whether he will benefit from an all-in-one system, which can have a multi-camera option, or an embedded machine solution. These all-in-one systems can include as many as eight cameras.
A smart camera is the second option available. These smart cameras incorporate the machine vision components into the body of the camera. This is perfect for manufacturing operations that need a single point inspection.
Machine vision inspections can perform many tasks on the factory floor, including:
- The capability for guiding or aligning tools
- Identification and tracking of parts in the production process
- Verifying product lot codes and reading specifications
- Checking for dimensional accuracy
- Detecting flaws in size, discoloration of parts, cracks in the product
Universe Optics offers consultation on custom lens design or may have customized lenses suitable for machine vision camera technologies.