Automated Spark Plug Inspection System for Assembly Lines
Eccentricity
Offset
I2SeeBots' Automated Spark Plug Inspection Bot enables End of Line Quality Control of Automobile or Aircraft Spark plugs.
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Correct sparking distance is critical in the production quality assurance of an automobile spark plug. There are three key dimensional parameters that affect the functional performance of a spark plug. The key parameters are as follows:
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Eccentricity between the outer housing profile and the inner electrode (Top View)
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Offset between the earth electrode and the center of the inner electrode (Top View)
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Spark Plug gap between inner electrode and inner housing profile (Lateral View)
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I2SeeBots's Spark Plug Vision bot is a two-camera system that can be integrated with a spark plug production line. The system requires an approximate 75ms static imaging window (plug should be stationary for about 75ms). This is based on a 4MP area scan camera for the top view and a 2MP area scan camera for side view.
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Features:
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Accepts a digital trigger and actuate a set of digital signals based on dimensions within or outside limits
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Software-Configurable for eccentricity, offset and gap limits
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Has a mode to calibrate the imaging conditions using a calibration target. Once the conditions have been benchmarked, it is possible re-enter the calibration mode wherein the solution will provide advice on camera working distance, skew, focus adjustment etc. that will allow one to restore the optimal imaging conditions.
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Web-based Statistical information available on production status and trends. Or can interface with factory systems for the same.
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High Level Technical Specifications for Spark Plug Vision System:
The solution can be adapted to different specifications if requested. The below specifications are based on the imaging equipment and working distance chosen for installations so far.
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Commonly Asked Questions:
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1) Can I2SeeBots confirm feasibility, accuracy, resolution and costs for inspection system for my specific spark plugs?
A: Yes. Use the button in the bottom of this page to get contact information where you can send cellphone-snapped images of your spark plugs for I2SeeBots to confirm this and provide you with 2-day feedback
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2) How does the cost of I2SeeBots' Spark Plug Inspection Bot compare with building my own solution:
A: I2SeeBots is an expert in Industrial Machine Vision. The first time we built this solution for a customer, it took roughly 5 to 6 months of experimentation and implementation to build a rugged, error proof system. We are confident, buying the Bot will be less expensive and significantly quicker than building and perfecting your own solution.
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3) Will I2SeeBots provide On Site Integration for this Bot?
A: Within the Continental USA, I2SeeBots will provide Onsite Integration for the Bot with pricing and options dependent on the bandwidth your team wants to spend on designing/installing the mechanical and electrical interface to your production line. If the encoder and ejector signaling, mechanical mounting considerations are consistent with our off the shelf design, then the extent of onsite support needed may even be zero and the integration could possibly be remote-managed through meetings and a good remote desktop internet connectivity.