In the automotive manufacturing industry, stamped parts are an important part of the body structure, while welded nuts and rivets are the key elements connecting these stamped parts. A well-known automobile manufacturer faced severe challenges in detecting welded nuts and rivets on stamped parts on the production line.
Due to the diversity of vehicle models, there are many varieties of nuts involved, and nearly 200 different nuts need to be accurately detected to ensure assembly quality. In addition, the production line needs to quickly adapt to the production needs of different models, so the installation and debugging of the detection equipment must be simple and convenient, and able to achieve fast switching solutions.
In order to meet customers' needs for efficient, accurate and flexible detection, it is recommended to select AKUSENSE's visual sensor VDS20C, which can help users achieve the following goals:
1. High-precision detection: ensure that the presence or absence of all welded nuts and rivets is accurately identified, and reduce the rate of missed detection and false detection.
2. Multi-variety adaptability: support the detection of nearly 200 different varieties of nuts to meet diversified production needs.
3. Fast switching solution: simplify the installation and debugging process, complete the fast switching of detection solutions, and improve the flexibility of the production line.
Solution
Visual sensor VDS20 series
1. Select the visual sensor VDS20 series, focal length 8mm, white light source. The built-in deep learning algorithm of the device realizes the functions of presence detection, binary classification, OCR recognition, etc.
This products uses the AI binary classification function. By combining image processing and artificial intelligence technology, it realizes the rapid and accurate recognition of specific categories of targets or features in the image, and the detection stability is high.
2. Easy operation: VDS20 integrates deep learning algorithms, and can meet the needs of visual inspection with only a small number of samples, without configuration and parameter adjustment;
3. VDS20 series supports one-click parameter adjustment, which can automatically complete functions such as focus, exposure, gain, and light source adjustment;
4. Supports 100mm-1000mm working distance to meet the application requirements of different installation spaces;
5. Provides a rich IO interface, which can access multiple input and output signals
AKUSENSE's solution advantages
1. Intelligent recognition technology: Using advanced image processing and machine learning algorithms, it can automatically identify and classify nuts and rivets of different varieties to improve detection accuracy and efficiency.
2. Modular design: The system adopts a modular architecture, and different detection modules can be configured and replaced independently to achieve fast switching of different detection schemes.
3. One-click operation: Provides a simple and clear operation interface, and users can complete the setting and start of the detection task through one-click operation, reducing the difficulty of operation.
4. Remote technical support: Provide technical support services to ensure that users can get help in time when they encounter problems during use.
Imaging effect
OK
Three nuts are correct
NG
The rightmost nut is missing
NG
Two nuts on the left are missing
Customer benefits
The implementation of this visual sensor detection system on the automotive stamping production line has achieved remarkable results:
1. Improved detection accuracy: The system has achieved high-precision detection of nearly 200 types of nuts and rivets, and the missed detection rate and false detection rate have been greatly reduced.
2. Improved production efficiency: Automated detection has replaced the traditional manual detection method, significantly improving the detection speed and efficiency of the production line.
3. Reduced costs: Reduced rework and scrap costs caused by missed or false detection, while reducing labor costs.
4. Enhanced flexibility: Modular design and fast switching solutions enable the production line to easily meet the production needs of different models, improving the flexibility and response speed of the production line.
Extendable application scenarios
AKUSENSE visual sensor VDS20 series has demonstrated excellent performance and broad application prospects in the detection of welded nuts and rivets of automotive stamping parts. We look forward to working with more industry customers to jointly promote the development of intelligent manufacturing.
This visual sensor detection system is not only suitable for the detection of welding nuts and rivets on automotive stamping parts, but can also be widely used in the following scenarios:
1. Electronic product manufacturing: Detect the presence and correctness of components, connectors and other parts on circuit boards.
2. Aerospace manufacturing: Detect the presence and integrity of fasteners, bolts and other connectors on aircraft parts.
3. Metal product processing: Detect the quality of welding points, rivet points and other connection parts on metal parts.
4. Food processing: Detect foreign matter in packaged food, label sticking, etc.
