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1.

FLUID CONTROL VALVE

      
Application Number JP2023034904
Publication Number 2024/080133
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-26
Publication Date 2024-04-18
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Bito Junichi
  • Mori Akihiro
  • Takahata Minoru

Abstract

The present invention has: a spring 52 that applies a biasing force in a closing direction to a valve body 32; a servo motor 6 having a drive shaft 62 for operating the valve body 32; a position control mode for controlling the drive shaft 62 to cause the drive shaft 62 to move to a target position, and a thrust control mode for controlling the drive shaft 62 to cause the drive shaft 62 to obtain a target thrust; and a control program that, when operating the valve body 32 from a valve open position to a valve close position, controls the servo motor 6 in the position control mode from the valve open position until the valve body 32 reaches a predetermined position before reaching the valve close position, and, from the predetermined position, switches the control of the servo motor 6 from the position control mode to the thrust control mode with a target thrust of zero, and causes the valve body 32 to reach the valve close position only by the biasing force.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/04 - Operating means; Releasing devices magnetic using a motor

2.

DISSIMILAR TABLET ESCAPE RISK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, DISSIMILAR TABLET ESCAPE RISK MANAGEMENT METHOD, AND CONTAINER PRODUCTION SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2023014679
Publication Number 2024/070020
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-11
Publication Date 2024-04-04
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ohtani Takamasa

Abstract

Provided is a dissimilar tablet escape risk management system or the like which can further effectively reduce the risk of a dissimilar tablet package escaping to a subsequent process. The escape risk management system 70 comprises a risk evaluation unit 752 and a risk reduction treatment execution unit 753. When PTP sheets are produced according to a production schedule, the risk evaluation unit 752 evaluates the risk of erroneously containing, in a PTP sheet to be subsequently produced, tablets to be contained in a PTP sheet produced immediately prior to the PTP sheet as dissimilar tablets to cause the PTP sheet containing the dissimilar tablets to escape to a further subsequent process than a PTP packing machine 10. The risk reduction treatment execution unit 753 makes it possible to execute treatment for reducing the risk on the basis of the result of the evaluation by the risk evaluation unit 752.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

3.

PACKAGED ITEM INSPECTION DEVICE AND PACKAGED ITEM INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2023005400
Publication Number 2024/014020
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-16
Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Imaizumi Shiori
  • Oda Shozo

Abstract

Provided is a packaged item inspection device enabling more accurate detection of tears and the like in packaging materials without needing to use special packaging materials that have an added ultraviolet-absorbing function. A packaged item 1 to be inspected is obtained by either shrink-wrapping or stretch-wrapping an article to be packaged in a packaging material, the outer peripheral surface of the article to be packaged being rougher than the outer peripheral surface of the packaging material. The packaged item 1 is irradiated with ultraviolet light, in which state the ultraviolet light reflected back from the packaged item 1 is imaged, and the quality of the packaging material in the packaged item 1 is determined on the basis of specular reflected light image data regarding the packaged item 1 obtained by the imaging. In the specular reflected light image data, damaged areas will be relatively dark, while normal areas will be relatively light, resulting in a relatively large contrast difference between the normal areas and the damaged areas. More accurate detection of tears and the like in packaging materials is therefore possible without needing to use special packaging materials that have an added ultraviolet-absorbing function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/88 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks

4.

TABLET INSPECTION DEVICE AND TABLET INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2023003510
Publication Number 2023/243134
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-03
Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Wakita Ryuji

Abstract

Provided is a tablet inspection device enabling easier and more accurate identification of tablet boundaries even in a state where a plurality of tablets are touching in image data. A tablet inspection device 1 is provided with: a connecting region identification unit 75f for identifying, as being connecting regions, regions occupied by a tablet in image data obtained by cameras 73, 74; a shrinking and separating unit 75g for running the connecting regions through shrinkage processing, thereby separating the connecting regions while shrinking same, and extracting an individual region that is a region occupied by each of the tablets; a center-of-gravity acquisition unit 75h for acquiring the center of gravity of the individual region; and a centerline acquisition unit 75i for acquiring a centerline of the respective centers of gravity of individual regions related to two adjacent tablets. The centerline acquired by the centerline acquisition unit 75i will serve as a boundary of the two adjacent tablets.

IPC Classes  ?

5.

WINDING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022045800
Publication Number 2023/228446
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-13
Publication Date 2023-11-30
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Tanabe Genichi

Abstract

Provided is a winding device that can more accurately detect positional deviation of the distal end of an electrode sheet, and that can reduce production costs, improve production efficiency, etc. This winding device 10 comprises: electrode sheet supply mechanisms 31, 41 that supply electrode sheets 4, 5 to a winding core 12 side; a mark provided to the outer peripheral surface of the winding core 12; sensors 14a, 14b, 15a, 15b that detect information related to the positions of the distal ends of the electrode sheets 4, 5 relative to the mark; a determination unit 92 that determines the quality related to the positions of the distal ends on the basis of the detected information. The sensors 14a, 14b, 15a, 15b perform the detection of the information from when the electrode sheets 4, 5 are supplied to the winding core 12 side to when the electrode sheets 4, 5 are wound one circumference. When the quality is determined to be defective by the determination unit 92, a winding control device 91 stops the winding of the electrode sheets 4, 5 before the winding of the electrode sheets 4, 5 is completed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 10/04 - Construction or manufacture in general
  • H01G 13/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors; Processes specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors not provided for in groups
  • H01G 13/02 - Machines for winding capacitors
  • H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodes; Lithium-ion batteries
  • H01M 10/0587 - Construction or manufacture of accumulators having only wound construction elements, i.e. wound positive electrodes, wound negative electrodes and wound separators

6.

VISUAL INSPECTION ASSISTANCE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022043352
Publication Number 2023/223579
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-24
Publication Date 2023-11-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ohtani Takamasa

Abstract

Provided is a visual inspection assistance device with which it is possible to improve the reliability of visual inspection. The visual inspection assistance device comprises: a transportation device for transporting tablets subjected to visual inspection; cameras 83, 84 for imaging the tablets being transported; an inspection unit 858 for determining the quality of the tablets on the basis of image data obtained by the cameras 83, 84; display units 85b, 85c disposed at positions visible from an inspector performing the visual inspection; a display control unit 854 capable of displaying, on the display units 85b, 85c, information for identifying a defective tablet; and a transportation control unit 7 for temporarily stopping the transportation of tablets by the transportation device 4 when a defect determination has been made by the inspection unit 858. The inspector is able to effectively utilize the specifics displayed on the display units 85b, 85c to easily identify a defective tablet, and to more accurately remove a defective tablet that has temporarily stopped. It is thereby possible to improve the reliability of visual inspection.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • A61J 3/06 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms into the form of pills, lozenges or dragees
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks

7.

FLOWRATE CONTROL UNIT FOR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT AND SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023013492
Publication Number 2023/210257
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-31
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner
  • CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
  • TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED (Japan)
Inventor
  • Suzuki Yuko
  • Nishikawa Keiichi
  • Yoshida Naofumi
  • Yoshimura Keisuke
  • Katagiri Takuya
  • Murakami Ryo

Abstract

According to the present invention, when the current temperature of a fluid for post-circulation temperature control is lower than a second temperature T12, the temperature of the fluid for temperature control is adjusted on the basis of a first temperature control value C11 indicating a temperature (fourth temperature T14) higher than the second temperature T12 until the current temperature rises to a prescribed threshold value (third temperature T13) lower than the second temperature T12. When the current temperature has risen to the threshold value (third temperature T13), the temperature of the fluid for temperature control is adjusted on the basis of a second temperature control value C12 indicating a temperature equal to the second temperature T12.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 21/683 - Apparatus specially adapted for handling semiconductor or electric solid state devices during manufacture or treatment thereof; Apparatus specially adapted for handling wafers during manufacture or treatment of semiconductor or electric solid state devices or components for supporting or gripping
  • G05D 23/19 - Control of temperature characterised by the use of electric means
  • H01L 21/3065 - Plasma etching; Reactive-ion etching

8.

PARTICLE DETECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023004886
Publication Number 2023/203848
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-14
Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Watanabe Takahiro
  • Yogo Toshifumi

Abstract

This particle detection device (10) comprises a branch flow path (20) and an optical sensor (30). The branch flow path (20) has a primary-side flow path (21) and a secondary-side flow path (22) that are respectively positioned on the upstream side and the downstream side relative to the optical sensor (30). The primary-side flow path (21) is provided with a decompression unit (23). The secondary-side flow path (22) is provided with an ejector (28). The primary-side flow path (21) has an upstream-side flow path (24) positioned on the upstream side relative to the decompression unit (23). Some compressed air flowing through the upstream-side flow path (24) is guided to the ejector (28) via a guiding flow path (31), as a result of which the ejector (28) draws a compressed fluid decompressed by the decompression unit (23) toward the optical sensor (30).

IPC Classes  ?

9.

SOLENOID VALVE MANIFOLD

      
Application Number JP2023011352
Publication Number 2023/195343
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-23
Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hatano Hisashi
  • Kosugi Mitsuhiro
  • Hayashi Atsuo

Abstract

A solenoid valve (11) comprises a solenoid valve-side connector (55, 65). A base (30) is provided with a base-side connector (80, 90) to which the solenoid valve-side connector (55, 65) is connected. The base (30) has an insertion opening (43, 44) into which the solenoid valve-side connector (55, 65) is inserted. The base-side connector (80, 90) is disposed inside the insertion opening (43, 44). The solenoid valve (11) is provided with a protrusion (56, 66). The base (30) is provided with a recess (87, 97) that is configured so as to guide the protrusion (56, 66). The solenoid valve-side connector (55, 65) is inserted into the insertion opening (43, 44) and connected to the base-side connector (80, 90) without interfering with the portion of the base (30) surrounding the insertion opening (43, 44) as the protrusion (56, 66) is guided by the recess (87, 97).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 27/02 - Construction of housings; Use of materials therefor of lift valves
  • F16K 31/06 - Operating means; Releasing devices magnetic using a magnet

10.

TOGGLE-TYPE MANUAL VALVE AND VALVE UNIT

      
Application Number JP2023008606
Publication Number 2023/189290
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-07
Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Inoue Yutaka
  • Aoyama Tatsuhito

Abstract

A valve stem (50) is disposed so as to be capable of moving linearly back and forth in a case (4) connected to a valve part (2) for opening and closing a flow path. The valve stem (50) is urged toward the valve portion by a spring (9). A manual lever (6) is rotatably supported on the upper end of the valve stem (50). The valve stem (50) is divided into a first rod part (51) connected to the manual lever (6) and a second rod part (52) positioned on the valve part (2) side, a connecting pin (55) fixed to the first rod part (51) is inserted through an elongated hole (52b) formed in the second rod part (52) along an axial direction, and the first rod part (51) is able to relatively move in the range of the elongated hole (52b) in relation to the second rod part (52).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/528 - Mechanical actuating means with crank, eccentric, or cam with pin and slot
  • F16K 35/00 - Means to prevent accidental or unauthorised actuation
  • F16K 35/06 - Means to prevent accidental or unauthorised actuation using a removable actuating or locking member, e.g. a key

11.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2022038541
Publication Number 2023/181467
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-17
Publication Date 2023-09-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Umemura Hiroyuki
  • Ohashi Kenta
  • Takayanagi Hiroto

Abstract

Provided is a blister packaging machine that can more reliably prevent a blister film from catching on a device that punches said blister film. This PTP packaging machine comprises, between a sheet punching receiving section 521 and a scrap cutting receiving section 522, a film guiding section 523 that can guide a scrap section 7 so as to follow a path approaching a scrap cutting blade 513, and can cause a PTP film 6 to rise up from a downstream-side edge section 5213a located on the downstream side, in the conveyance direction of the PTP film 6, of an edge section 5213 corresponding to a punching hole 5211 in the sheet punching receiving section 521. Thus, catching of the PTP film 6 on the downstream-side edge section 5213a, which is a particular area of concern with regard to catching of the PTP film 6, is effectively suppressed, and consequently catching of the PTP film 6 on the sheet punching receiving section 521 (device that punches the PTP film 6) can reliably be prevented.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 61/06 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for severing webs, or for separating joined packages by cutting

12.

BOARD INSPECTION DEVICE AND BOARD INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2022025577
Publication Number 2023/170990
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-27
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Obata Takuya

Abstract

Provided is a board inspection device or the like which can more accurately specify an area occupied by an adhesive. A captured image is acquired by capturing an image of at least an area on which the adhesive is spread on the board. In addition, a central part area of the adhesive is specified in the captured image and, by means of a specific technique that is different from a specific technique for the central part area, a skirt part area of the adhesive positioned around the central part area is specified in the captured image. Then, the entire area Ajs of the adhesive is specified on the basis of the specified central part area and skirt part area. In order to individually specify, by means of different specific techniques, the central part area and the skirt part area of which the optical characteristics are different from each other, both areas are precisely specified, and thus the area (the entire area Ajs) occupied by the adhesive is more accurately specified. As a result, the preciseness pertaining to quality determination for the adhesive becomes more improved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/956 - Inspecting patterns on the surface of objects
  • H05K 3/00 - Apparatus or processes for manufacturing printed circuits

13.

PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE

      
Application Number JP2022046060
Publication Number 2023/171071
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-14
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ogisu Toshikazu

Abstract

A pressure control valve (1) for opening/closing a circular outlet port (15) that connects a vacuum chamber (2) used in a semiconductor manufacturing apparatus and an exhaust pump (3) for evacuating the vacuum chamber (2), the pressure control valve (1) comprising a valve unit (11) that contacts and separates from a valve seat (12) provided radially outward from the outlet port (15), wherein the valve unit (11) includes: a hollow portion (17) located between an upper surface (11a) of the valve unit (11) on the vacuum chamber (2) side and a lower surface (11b) of the valve unit (11) on the exhaust pump (3) side; a first rubber heater (23) covering a first rear surface (18a) of the upper surface (11a) in the hollow portion (17); and a second rubber heater (24) covering a second rear surface (19a) of the lower surface (11b) in the hollow portion (17).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 21/3065 - Plasma etching; Reactive-ion etching
  • F16K 49/00 - Means in or on valves for heating or cooling
  • F16K 51/02 - Other details not peculiar to particular types of valves or cut-off apparatus specially adapted for high-vacuum installations

14.

SOLENOID VALVE MANIFOLD

      
Application Number JP2023004256
Publication Number 2023/162691
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-08
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hatano Hisashi
  • Kosugi Mitsuhiro
  • Kotera Yasuhiko

Abstract

A solenoid valve manifold (10) comprises a connector member (70) constituted by integrating, with a base (71): a first connector part (80) configured so as to electrically connect a first conductive member (52) and a circuit board (41) to each other; and a second connector part (90) configured so as to electrically connect a second conductive member (62) and the circuit board (41) to each other. The base (71) includes a through hole (72), and a base portion (30) includes two locking projections (46). The base (71) is configured so as to be elastically deformable in a direction orthogonal to the insertion direction when the two locking projections (46) are inserted in the inner side of the through hole (72). The connector member (70) is configured such that a portion thereof surrounding the through hole (72) in the base (71) is locked by the two locking projections (46), resulting in attachment of the connector member to the base portion (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/06 - Operating means; Releasing devices magnetic using a magnet
  • F16K 27/00 - Construction of housings; Use of materials therefor
  • F15B 13/043 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor operated by fluid pressure with electrically-controlled pilot valves
  • F15B 13/08 - Assemblies of units, each for the control of a single servomotor only

15.

INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022033216
Publication Number 2023/135856
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-05
Publication Date 2023-07-20
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Oda Shozo
  • Imaizumi Shiori

Abstract

Provided is an inspection device that is capable of suppressing inspection-related costs and is capable of achieving faster inspection. An inspection device according to the present invention is provided with: a fiber optical plate 51 in which a plurality of light beam outlets 511b of optical fibers 511 are provided to an emission surface 51b; and a line sensor camera 52 which is configured such that one sensor element 52a corresponds to one of the outlets 511b. The quality of a transparent body 1 is determined on the basis of an image obtained by the line sensor camera 52. The inspection device also has an oblique ray attenuating body 53 in which provided are a plurality of straight cylindrical attenuating function sections 531 that surround light paths between the outlets 511b and the sensor elements 52a corresponding to said outlets 511b. The attenuating function sections 531 attenuate oblique rays, from among light beams emitted from the exit surface 51b, which are oblique relative to the direction in which the attenuating function sections 531b extend.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/952 - Inspecting the exterior surface of cylindrical bodies or wires
  • G01N 21/958 - Inspecting transparent materials

16.

LED LIGHTING DEVICE, INSPECTION UNIT, AND INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2022011763
Publication Number 2023/132089
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-16
Publication Date 2023-07-13
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Murase Koichiro

Abstract

Provided is an LED lighting device for an inspection device with which it is possible to prolong the service lifetime of LED lighting and more reliably prevent a reduction in the accuracy of an inspection by the inspection device. This LED lighting device (110) comprises LED lighting (111a, 111b) that emits light toward an imaging subject of a camera (120) and an LED control unit (112) that controls the LED lighting (111a, 111b). In accordance with the operational speed of a mechanical device, the LED control unit (112) switches between an intermittent illumination control for illuminating the LED lighting (111a, 111b) intermittently and a continuous illumination control for illuminating the LED lighting (111a, 111b) continuously. As a result, it is possible to reduce the illumination time of the LED lighting (111a, 111b) in comparison with a configuration in which only continuous illumination is performed and furthermore to obtain a good image that does not impede inspection by performing the continuous illumination control even when the operational speed of the mechanical device is high.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05B 47/16 - Controlling the light source by timing means
  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • H05B 45/325 - Pulse-width modulation [PWM]
  • H05B 45/375 - Switched mode power supply [SMPS] using buck topology
  • H05B 45/38 - Switched mode power supply [SMPS] using boost topology

17.

DIAPHRAGM AND CHEMICAL SOLUTION CONTROL DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022039090
Publication Number 2023/112476
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
Publication Date 2023-06-22
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yoshida, Masaki
  • Nishio, Yoshifumi
  • Kumagai, Takayuki
  • Nishida, Shigenobu

Abstract

A diaphragm (30) which is applied to a chemical solution control device for controlling the circulation of a chemical solution for use in a semiconductor production process and which has applied thereto pressure by a working gas comprises: a membrane part (31) which is formed from a fluorine resin resistant to the chemical solution; and a permeation inhibition layer (42) which is disposed on a surface (31b) of the membrane part having applied thereto pressure by the working gas and which is made less permeable to the working gas than the membrane part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16J 3/02 - Diaphragms
  • F04B 43/02 - Machines, pumps, or pumping installations having flexible working members having plate-like flexible members, e.g. diaphragms
  • H01L 21/027 - Making masks on semiconductor bodies for further photolithographic processing, not provided for in group or

18.

PRODUCTION METHOD FOR TIN-BASED PEROVSKITE LAYER

      
Application Number JP2022036691
Publication Number 2023/068015
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-30
Publication Date 2023-04-27
Owner
  • CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF ELECTRO-COMMUNICATIONS (Japan)
  • USHIO DENKI KABUSHIKI KAISHA (Japan)
  • ORIGIN COMPANY, LIMITED (Japan)
Inventor
  • Noda, Naohiko
  • Hayashi, Masahiro
  • Nomura, Takatoshi
  • Hayase, Shuzi
  • Nomura, Daishiro
  • Hirotani, Daisuke
  • Nakamura, Masaki
  • Hirami, Tomoyuki
  • Kuga, Takayuki
  • Kani, Satoru
  • Sasahara, Shinpei

Abstract

According to the present invention, a production method for a tin-based perovskite layer includes a first step for preparing a first solution (L3) by dissolving a tin-based perovskite compound in a solvent that does not include dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a third step for applying the first solution to a substrate (S) after the first step, and a second step for mixing DMSO (L2) into the first solution after the first step and a prescribed amount of time before the third step.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 21/368 - Deposition of semiconductor materials on a substrate, e.g. epitaxial growth using liquid deposition
  • B05D 3/00 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be applied; After-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials
  • B05D 3/12 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be applied; After-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by mechanical means
  • B05D 7/24 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials
  • H01G 9/20 - Light-sensitive devices
  • H01L 51/44 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted either for the conversion of the energy of such radiation into electrical energy or for the control of electrical energy by such radiation - Details of devices

19.

ROTARY ENCODER

      
Application Number JP2022034132
Publication Number 2023/042807
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-13
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hayashimoto Shigeru
  • Takahashi Kohta
  • Ozeki Taichi

Abstract

This rotary encoder (10) comprises a gear accommodating box body (110) comprising: a main shaft gear (40); sub shaft gears (61, 81) mating with the main shaft gear (40); a main shaft magnet (29) held in a main shaft (20); sub shaft magnets (181, 191) held in the sub shaft gears (61, 81); a main shaft sensor (151); and sub shaft sensors (161, 162), wherein the gear accommodating box body encloses the surroundings of the main shaft gear (40) and the sub shaft gears (61, 81) and accommodates the main shaft gear (40) and the sub shaft gears (61, 81). Greases (Gr1, Gr2, Gr3) are filled in the gear accommodating box body (110). The gear accommodating box body (110) has grease storage sections (146, 147, 148) formed between the tooth valleys of the main shaft gear (40) and the sub shaft gears (61, 81) and the gear accommodating box body (110).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/245 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means generating pulses or pulse trains using a variable number of pulses in a train
  • F16H 1/20 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving more than two intermeshing members
  • G01D 5/04 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using mechanical means using gearing

20.

ROTARY ENCODER

      
Application Number JP2022034134
Publication Number 2023/042809
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-13
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hayashimoto Shigeru
  • Hasegawa Ryo
  • Ozeki Taichi

Abstract

A rotary encoder (10) is provided with: a main shaft gear (40); auxiliary shaft gears (61, 81) which mesh with the main shaft gear (40); a main shaft magnet (29) held on the main shaft (20); auxiliary shaft magnets (181, 191) held on the auxiliary shaft gears (61, 81); a main shaft sensor (151); and auxiliary shaft sensors (161, 162). The main shaft magnet (29) is disposed so as to face the main shaft sensor (151), and the auxiliary shaft magnets (181, 191) are disposed so as to face the auxiliary shaft sensors (161, 162). A main shaft magnet magnetic shielding member (30) is disposed on the opposite side of the main shaft magnet (29) to the main shaft sensor (151), and auxiliary shaft magnet magnetic shielding members (182, 192) are disposed on the opposite side of the auxiliary shaft magnets (181, 191) to the auxiliary shaft sensors (161, 162).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/245 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means generating pulses or pulse trains using a variable number of pulses in a train
  • F16H 1/20 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving more than two intermeshing members
  • G01D 5/04 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using mechanical means using gearing

21.

BOARD TESTING APPARATUS AND BOARD TESTING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2022011290
Publication Number 2023/042440
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-14
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kikuchi Kazuyoshi

Abstract

Provided are a board testing apparatus and the like that enable improvement of yield and appropriate detection of foreign matter which can cause a functional problem on a printed board. In testing a printed board 1, an image is acquired first. The image includes a component mounting area Ma corresponding to a mounting position of a component with respect to the printed board 1, and covers an area that is to be tested in the printed board 1 and that is larger than the component mounting area Ma. Then, any foreign matter X in the area to be tested is detected on the basis of the acquired image. Further, without immediately determining that the detected foreign matter X is an imperfection, determination as to whether or not the foreign matter is an imperfection is made on the basis of the position relationship of the foreign matter X with respect to the component mounting area Ma. Therefore, even if foreign matter X has been detected, in a case where the foreign matter X cannot be considered to generate a functional problem of the printed board 1 judging from the position relationship with respect to the component mounting area Ma, it is possible to ensure that the foreign matter X is not determined to be an imperfection.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/956 - Inspecting patterns on the surface of objects

22.

APPARATUS FOR HAIR INSPECTION ON SUBSTRATE AND METHOD FOR HAIR INSPECTION ON SUBSTRATE

      
Application Number JP2022012242
Publication Number 2023/042445
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-17
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kikuchi Kazuyoshi

Abstract

Provided are an apparatus and the like which are for hair inspection on a substrate and with which it is possible not only to more reliably prevent a circuit pattern, a stepped part, and a scratch from being erroneously detected as hair but also to accurately detect hair including golden and brown hair, without excluding an area including a circuit pattern from an inspection object. From a post-solder-printing inspection apparatus 13, a color image of a to-be-inspected substrate is acquired, and a hue image and a saturation image are obtained by using the color image. Then, in at least a resist region of the acquired hue image, hair including brown hair and/or golden hair is detected as first hair by using a hue difference with respect to said resist region. Furthermore, in at least a resist region of the acquired saturation image, hair including black hair and/or white hair is detected as second hair by using a saturation difference with respect to said resist region. The detection of the first hair and the second hair is performed not by using a brightness image of the to-be-inspected substrate, but on the basis of the hue image and the saturation image only.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/956 - Inspecting patterns on the surface of objects

23.

ROTARY ENCODER

      
Application Number JP2022034133
Publication Number 2023/042808
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-13
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hayashimoto Shigeru
  • Hasegawa Ryo
  • Ozeki Taichi

Abstract

A rotary encoder (10) comprises: a main shaft (20) coupled to a motor shaft; a main shaft gear (40) fixed to the main shaft (20); a main shaft magnet (29) held by the main shaft (20); a main shaft sensor (151) opposed to the main shaft magnet (29) in the axial direction of the main shaft (20) and configured to detect a change in a magnetic field due to rotation of the main shaft magnet (29); a main shaft sensor substrate (150) having the main shaft sensor (151) mounted thereon; and a support (90) that supports the main shaft sensor substrate (150). The main shaft (20) has: a coupling section coupled to the motor shaft; a fixing section to which the main shaft gear (40) is fixed; and a heat-resisting section, which is a hollow cylindrical section (25a), provided between the coupling section and the fixing section.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/245 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing member; Means for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for converting; Transducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means generating pulses or pulse trains using a variable number of pulses in a train
  • F16H 1/20 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving more than two intermeshing members

24.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2022027371
Publication Number 2023/021884
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-12
Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kokubo, Norio
  • Nitta, Shinichi

Abstract

A temperature control system (100) comprises: a first chiller (20); a first tank (32h); a first tank bypass path (34); a first mixing valve (PVh) that adjusts the mixing ratio between a fluid flowing from the first tank to the first chiller and a fluid flowing from the first tank bypass path to the first chiller; a second chiller (40); a second tank (52c); a second tank bypass path (54); a second mixing valve (PVc) that adjusts the mixing ratio between a fluid flowing from the second tank to the second chiller and a fluid flowing from the second tank bypass path to the second chiller; and a control unit (70) that controls a first supply valve (Vh1), a first return valve (Vh2), a first opening/closing valve (Vh3), the first mixing valve, a second supply valve (Vc1), a second return valve (Vc2), a second opening/closing valve (Vc3), and the second mixing valve.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F25B 29/00 - Combined heating and refrigeration systems, e.g. operating alternately or simultaneously
  • G05D 23/00 - Control of temperature
  • H01L 21/3065 - Plasma etching; Reactive-ion etching

25.

DOPING SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2022022292
Publication Number 2023/286480
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-01
Publication Date 2023-01-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ito Akihiro
  • Suzuki Koji
  • Ogasawara Akimoto
  • Ohsaki Mitsuyoshi

Abstract

Provided is a doping system capable of achieving improved manufacturing efficiency and effectively suppressing a waste of an electrode precursor. A doping system 1 is provided with a pay-out-side housing 311, a take-up-side housing 315, and a doping housing 313. Switchings between communication and non-communication between the housings 311, 313 and between the housings 315, 313 are possible, and the oxygen concentrations within the housings 311, 313, 315 can be individually adjusted. Further, the doping system is configured such that in the pay-out-side housing 315, a staring end of an electrode precursor 100 in a new raw material roll 105 and an ending end of an electrode precursor 100 in a previous raw material roll 105 can be connected, and in the take-up-side housing 315, the starting end of the electrode precursor 100 in the new raw material roll 105 can be secured to a take-up device 29.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 4/139 - Processes of manufacture
  • H01G 11/06 - Hybrid capacitors with one of the electrodes allowing ions to be reversibly doped thereinto, e.g. lithium ion capacitors [LIC]
  • H01G 11/50 - Electrodes characterised by their material specially adapted for lithium-ion capacitors, e.g. for lithium-doping or for intercalation
  • H01G 13/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors; Processes specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors not provided for in groups

26.

DOPING SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2022019939
Publication Number 2023/286433
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-11
Publication Date 2023-01-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ito Akihiro
  • Suzuki Koji
  • Ogasawara Akimoto
  • Ohsaki Mitsuyoshi

Abstract

Provided is a doping system capable of reliably preventing a vaporized electrolyte from leaking to the outside of a housing and capable of more easily maintaining the concentration of oxygen in an appropriate range. A doping system 1 comprises: a doping device 2 that dopes an electrode precursor 100 with lithium; an inner housing 3 that is provided with a main housing 31 for housing a doping tank 25 and the electrode precursor 100 therein; and an outer housing 4 that covers the inner housing 3. It is made possible to keep the inside of the main housing 31 at a positive pressure with respect to the inside of the outer housing 4, and keep the inside of the outer housing 4 at a negative pressure with respect to a dry room 201. Consequently, the leakage of a vaporized electrolyte to the dry room 201 outside the outer housing 4 can be more reliably prevented, and the concentration of oxygen in the main housing 31 can be more easily maintained in an appropriate range by an oxygen supply device 57 and an inert gas supply device 58.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 4/139 - Processes of manufacture
  • H01G 11/06 - Hybrid capacitors with one of the electrodes allowing ions to be reversibly doped thereinto, e.g. lithium ion capacitors [LIC]
  • H01G 11/50 - Electrodes characterised by their material specially adapted for lithium-ion capacitors, e.g. for lithium-doping or for intercalation
  • H01G 13/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors; Processes specially adapted for manufacturing capacitors not provided for in groups

27.

FLUID DEVICE COUPLING AND FLUID DEVICE COUPLING STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2022016840
Publication Number 2022/264658
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2022-12-22
Owner
  • YODOGAWA HU-TECH CO., LTD. (Japan)
  • CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Iida Masao
  • Iwata Hiroki

Abstract

The present invention provides a fluid device coupling and a fluid device coupling structure which can achieve satisfactory workability while saving space without reducing sealing performance. The fluid device coupling 10 according to the present invention couples connecting portions 55 of fluid devices 50 to each other, and includes: a coupling piece 20 which has a recess 21 at least partially curved in an arc shape and a first end edge 22 and a second end edge 23 that are continuous with an inner surface of the recess, the coupling piece having an opening portion 24 formed between the first end edge and the second end edge to allow the insertion of the connecting portions; and a sealing piece 30 which is disposed so as to be retractable from the first end edge side toward the second end edge side and which blocks the opening portion while being projected from the first end edge.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16L 23/04 - Flanged joints the flanges being connected by members tensioned in the radial plane

28.

INSPECTION DEVICE, BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2021043103
Publication Number 2022/215296
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-25
Publication Date 2022-10-13
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Oda Shozo

Abstract

Provided are: an inspection device that can facilitate improvement in inspection accuracy, simplification of a device, and the like; a blister packaging machine; and a method for manufacturing a blister pack. An inspection device 21 is provided with: an illumination device 50 that irradiates, with light, a container film 3 being conveyed; and a camera 51 that captures an image of light having transmitted through the film. The camera 51 has: a lens 51b through which field curvature is corrected; an imaging element 51a that captures an image through this lens; and a mirror 51d that can reflect entry light toward the lens 51b. Further, a first imaging process is executed at a timing when a flange portion 3b of the container film 3 which comes into focus without using the mirror 51d is located in a first focus range. Meanwhile, a second imaging process is executed at a timing when the bottom of a pocket part 2 which comes into focus by using the mirror 51d is located in a second focus range GW2. Then, inspection is performed on the flange portion 3b on the basis of an inspection image acquired by the first imaging process, and inspection is performed on the pocket part 2 on the basis of an inspection image acquired by the second imaging process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined

29.

BUTTERFLY VALVE

      
Application Number JP2022016993
Publication Number 2022/215667
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-01
Publication Date 2022-10-13
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Fukukawa Nobuhiro
  • Kadoya Hiroki
  • Nishimura Yasunori

Abstract

The present invention comprises a purge gas flow path 60 for supplying a butterfly valve 1 with a purge gas for preventing a control fluid from flowing into a magnetic fluid sealing portion 19 from a flow path 30 through an insertion hole 8d. The purge gas flow path 60 is provided with an opening/closing valve 62 for opening/closing the purge gas flow path 60 and a pressure gauge 64 for measuring a pressure value in the purge gas flow path 60, in the stated order from the upstream side. The purge gas flow path 60 is connected to a portion between the magnetic fluid sealing portion 19 and the flow path 30 of the butterfly valve 1 on the downstream side of the pressure gauge 64, and communicates with the flow path 30 through the insertion hole 8d. The present invention further comprises a control device 70 that controls at least the opening/closing valve 62. The control device 70 is provided with a monitoring program for monitoring a pressure value P.

IPC Classes  ?

30.

FOUR-WAY VALVE, VALVE UNIT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2021047839
Publication Number 2022/181026
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-23
Publication Date 2022-09-01
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ito, Akihiro
  • Doi, Hiroki
  • Yamauchi, Masaya
  • Kouketsu, Masayuki

Abstract

A four-way valve (20A) that comprises: a body (21) that has formed therein a valve chamber (22) and a first communication path (23), a second communication path (24), a third communication path (25), and a fourth communication path (26) that respectively communicate with the valve chamber at locations (23a, 24a, 25a, 26a) that are arranged in order in a prescribed rotation direction and allow the valve chamber to communicate with the outside; and a valve body (30) that divides the valve chamber into a first region (27), a second region (28), and a third region (29) that are arranged in order in the prescribed rotation direction and can rotate in the prescribed rotation direction. The valve body switches between: a first state in which the first communication path and the second communication path communicate with the first region and the third communication path and the fourth communication path communicate with the third region; and a second state in which the second communication path communicates with the first region, the third communication path communicates with the second region, and the fourth communication path and the first communication path communicate with the third region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 27/04 - Construction of housings; Use of materials therefor of sliding valves
  • F16K 11/076 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valves; Pipe fittings incorporating such valves; Arrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only sliding valves with pivoted closure members with sealing faces shaped as surfaces of solids of revolution

31.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021040805
Publication Number 2022/180938
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-05
Publication Date 2022-09-01
Owner
  • CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
  • UTSUNOMIYA UNIVERSITY (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ishigaki Hiroyuki
  • Okada Tomoru
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Mamiya Takahiro
  • Hayasaki Yoshio

Abstract

Provided is a three-dimensional measurement device capable of, e.g., enhancing measurement accuracy. This three-dimensional measurement device 1 comprises: an interference optical system 3 that comprises a half mirror HM for splitting incident light into two light beams, emits one split light beam onto a workpiece W, emits the other split light beam onto a reference surface 23, and recombines and emits same; a first light projection system 2A that emits first light of a first wavelength toward the half mirror HM; a second light projection system 2B that emits second light of a second wavelength toward the half mirror HM; a first imaging system 4A that images output light of the first light emitted from the half mirror HM; and a second imaging system 4B that images output light of the second light emitted from the half mirror HM. The three-dimensional measurement device 1 three dimensionally measures the workpiece W on the basis of image data acquired by the imaging systems 4A, 4B. The directions in which the first light and second light travel toward the workpiece W are different. The directions in which the first light and second light travel toward the reference surface 23 are different.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures

32.

WAFER DETECTION SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2021048583
Publication Number 2022/181042
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-27
Publication Date 2022-09-01
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Futamura, Ikuo
  • Kamioka, Yosuke
  • Moriyama, Akihiro

Abstract

A wafer detection system (10) for detecting the accommodation state of wafers accommodated in a wafer accommodation container (20) with a closeable lid (21) when the lid is moved in a prescribed direction by an opening and closing mechanism (30), the wafer detection system (10) comprising a first illumination unit that is attached to a prescribed member (31) that moves in the prescribed direction together with the lid when the lid is moved in the prescribed direction by the opening and closing mechanism and is for illuminating a first position on a lateral wafer surface, a second illumination unit that is attached to the prescribed member and is for illuminating a second position that is different from the first position and is on the lateral wafer surface where the first position is illuminated, a photography unit (40) that is attached to the prescribed member and is for acquiring a photography image obtained by photographing a wafer range including the first position and second position, and a detection unit (60) for detecting a wafer accommodation state on the basis of the photography image acquired by the photography unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques
  • H01L 21/677 - Apparatus specially adapted for handling semiconductor or electric solid state devices during manufacture or treatment thereof; Apparatus specially adapted for handling wafers during manufacture or treatment of semiconductor or electric solid state devices or components for conveying, e.g. between different work stations

33.

DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2021040824
Publication Number 2022/149343
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-05
Publication Date 2022-07-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Sawada Hideaki
  • Ohtani Takamasa

Abstract

Provided is a data management system in which it is possible, inter alia, to more strictly satisfy simultaneity requirements in stored data. A control device 130 and a processing determination device 140 each comprise a local clock unit 150 and a local storage unit 160. The time of each local clock unit 150 is corrected on the basis of reference time information from a reference time generation unit 122. Each time data is generated, the data and data generation time information are stored in the local storage unit 160. The data and data generation time information stored in the local storage unit 160 are transmitted to a data storage server 120 and stored in a main storage unit 121. The times indicated by each local clock unit 150 are thereby kept roughly uniform, and the generation time of the data stored in the main storage unit 121 is more accurate. As a result, the simultaneity requirements of the stored data can be more strictly satisfied.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 50/04 - Manufacturing
  • A61J 1/03 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes for pills or tablets
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • G04G 5/00 - Setting, i.e. correcting or changing, the time-indication

34.

SUBSTRATE FOREIGN MATTER INSPECTION DEVICE AND SUBSTRATE FOREIGN MATTER INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2021034795
Publication Number 2022/118523
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-22
Publication Date 2022-06-09
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Zaima Naohiro
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

This invention makes it possible to detect foreign matter more simply and with an extremely high degree of accuracy. An AI model 100 is used that has been generated through the use, as training data, of only image data for printed circuit boards having no foreign matter to train a neural network that comprises an encoding unit for extracting feature values from input image data and a decoding unit for reconstructing image data from the feature values. Image data obtained by a camera 32D is input into the AI model 100 as original image data, and image data that has been reconstructed is acquired as reconstructed image data. The original image data and the reconstructed image data are compared, and the result of the comparison is used to determine whether there is foreign matter on a printed circuit board. This simplifies foreign matter inspection by eliminating the need to prepare a master board for comparison. Further, because the printed circuit board shapes and appearances in the image data that is compared are nearly identical, foreign matter can be detected with an extremely high degree of accuracy.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/956 - Inspecting patterns on the surface of objects

35.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021028093
Publication Number 2022/091508
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-29
Publication Date 2022-05-05
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ishigaki Hiroyuki
  • Okada Tomoru
  • Futamura Ikuo

Abstract

The present invention provides a three-dimensional measurement device capable of measurement accuracy enhancement, and the like. This three-dimensional measurement device 1 comprises an interference optical system 3 for dividing incident light into two polarized light beams, emitting one beam onto a workpiece W, emitting the other beam onto a reference surface 23, and recombining and emitting the beams, and a camera 33A for imaging the light emitted from the interference optical system 3. The camera 33A comprises a polarized light image sensor 70A in which four types of polarizers having different set transmission axis angles are disposed in a prescribed arrangement in one-to-one correspondence with light reception elements. The three-dimensional measurement device 1 stores transmission axis absolute angle data obtained through actual measurement, in advance, of the transmission axis absolute angles of the polarizers of the polarized light image sensor 70A. Further, a phase shift method is used to measure the height of the workpiece W on the basis of brightness data for each pixel in brightness image data acquired by the camera 33A and the transmission axis absolute angle data for the polarizers of the polarized light image sensor 70A that correspond to the pixels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
  • G01B 9/02 - Interferometers

36.

SOLDER PRINTING INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021027300
Publication Number 2022/074897
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-21
Publication Date 2022-04-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is a solder printing inspection device that is capable of reducing the occurrence of poor soldering, and the like. A solder printing inspection device 13 for inspecting the printing state of cream solder printed on a printed board 1 before reflow soldering, the solder printing inspection device 13 comprising illumination devices 32A, 32B for emitting light onto the printed board 1 and a camera 32D for imaging the printed board 1 that has had the light emitted thereon, wherein three-dimensional measurement data for the cream solder printed on the printed board 1 is acquired on the basis of acquired image data, the three-dimensional measurement data is used to extract upper shape data relating to an upper portion of the cream solder at or above a prescribed height, and the quality of the three-dimensional shape of the upper portion of the cream solder is assessed through comparison of the upper shape data with a prescribed assessment reference.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures

37.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021022975
Publication Number 2022/049863
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-17
Publication Date 2022-03-10
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ishigaki Hiroyuki
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Mamiya Takahiro

Abstract

Provided is a three-dimensional measurement device that is capable of enhancing measurement accuracy and measurement efficiency. This three-dimensional measurement device 1 acquires, on the basis of captured interference fringe images, for each coordinate position on a workpiece W, a plurality of sets of reproduction images for prescribed positions in the optical axis direction. Next, on the basis of these reproduction images, the three-dimensional measurement device 1 determines optical-axis-direction focus positions at the coordinate positions and specifies orders corresponding to the optical-axis-direction focus positions as orders for the coordinate positions. Subsequently, the three-dimensional measurement device 1 acquires phase information for light at the optical-axis-direction focus positions at each coordinate position and carries out three-dimensional measurement relating to the coordinate positions on the basis of the phase information relating to the coordinate positions and the orders relating to the coordinate positions. Additionally, the three-dimensional measurement device 1 comprises an object lens 21 for emitting reference light onto a reference surface 25, an object lens 22 for emitting measurement light onto the workpiece W, and image formation lenses 30A, 30B for forming the light emitted from an interference optical system 3 into images on cameras 33A, 33B.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
  • G01B 9/02 - Interferometers
  • G01B 11/02 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness

38.

INSPECTION DEVICE, BLISTER PACKING MACHINE, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2021020955
Publication Number 2022/030088
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-02
Publication Date 2022-02-10
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Oda Shozo
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohta Eiji

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, a blister packing machine, and a method of manufacturing a blister pack, which can more accurately detect a molding defect in a side portion of a pocket part. A pocket part inspection device 21 is provided with: a lighting device 50 able to irradiate a container film 3 where a pocket part 2 has been molded with predetermined electromagnetic waves; and a camera 51 for imaging the electromagnetic waves that have passed through the bottom of the pocket part 2 of the container film 3. On the basis of image data acquired thereby, shading pattern data corresponding to a shading pattern produced in the bottom of the pocket part 2 is extracted. To acquire reconstructed shading pattern data that has been reconstructed, the extracted shading pattern data is input to an AI model generated by having a neural network learn, as learning data, only shading pattern data related to a pocket part 2 that has no molding defects. Next, the shading pattern data and the reconstructed shading pattern data are compared to perform a quality determination pertaining to a state of molding of at least a side part of the pocket part 2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 57/02 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • G01N 21/95 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination characterised by the material or shape of the object to be examined

39.

SCREEN MASK INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021016053
Publication Number 2021/256076
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-20
Publication Date 2021-12-23
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Shinyama Takayuki
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is a screen mask inspection device that is capable of preventing printing failure, and the like. A metal mask inspection device 30 comprises: an illumination device 32A, 32B capable of emitting prescribed light onto a prescribed part under inspection that is near an opening part 21 on a back surface 201 side of a metal mask 20, the back surface being the surface from among the front and back surfaces of the metal mask 20 that is in contact with a printed board during solder printing; a camera 32C for imaging the part under inspection on the back surface 201 of the metal mask 20; and a control device for controlling the illumination device and camera. The control device acquires shape data relating to the part under inspection on the basis of imaging data for the part under inspection captured by the camera 32C and uses the shape data relating to the part under inspection to determine whether the part under inspection is defective.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object
  • G01N 21/88 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination

40.

SUBSTRATE MANUFACTURING METHOD, SCREEN MASK INSPECTION METHOD, AND SCREEN MASK INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021014986
Publication Number 2021/250989
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-09
Publication Date 2021-12-16
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Shinyama Takayuki
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is a substrate manufacturing method, a screen mask inspection method, and a screen mask inspection device that enable defective product generation to be suppressed by inspecting a screen mask after cleaning. A metal mask inspection device 30 comprises: an illumination device 32A that projects light onto a metal mask; a camera 32B that images an aperture of the metal mask; and a control device 33 that processes acquired image data. The control device 33 comprises an AI model 100 that is constructed by training a neural network with, as training data, only image data of a metal mask aperture to which no foreign matter has adhered. The control device: acquires original image data pertaining to the aperture, obtained by imaging the aperture that has been cleaned; acquires reconstructed image data pertaining to the aperture obtained by inputting the original image data to the AI model 100 and reconstructing same; and compares the two image data pieces to determine whether foreign matter has adhered to the inner wall section of the aperture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41F 15/08 - Machines
  • B41F 15/14 - Screen printers - Details
  • B41F 35/00 - Cleaning arrangements or devices
  • B41M 1/12 - Stencil printing; Silk-screen printing
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering

41.

SCREEN MASK INSPECTION DEVICE, SOLDER PRINTING INSPECTION DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR INSPECTING SCREEN MASK

      
Application Number JP2021014141
Publication Number 2021/246038
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-01
Publication Date 2021-12-09
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi
  • Shinyama Takayuki
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are, inter alia, a device for inspecting a screen mask with which it is possible to more accurately inspect whether a screen mask is in a state in which cream solder can be printed properly. Position information of cream solder 3 printed on a printed-circuit board 1 is detected, and a quality determination pertaining to the screen mask at the time of printing is performed on the basis of the detection result. Using the position information of the cream solder 3 makes it possible to determine quality pertaining to the screen mask at the time of printing while taking into consideration not only the screen mask itself, but also external factors that affect the screen mask during printing, such as pressing force exerted on the printed-circuit board 1 and force exerted from the squeegee. Therefore, it is possible to more accurately inspect whether the screen mask is in a state in which the cream solder 3 can be printed properly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B41F 33/00 - Indicating, counting, warning, control or safety devices
  • B23K 1/00 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering
  • B41F 15/08 - Machines
  • B41F 15/14 - Screen printers - Details
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering

42.

ILLUMINATION DEVICE FOR VISUAL INSPECTION, VISUAL INSPECTION DEVICE, AND BLISTER PACKAGING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021014147
Publication Number 2021/235115
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-01
Publication Date 2021-11-25
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hirano Tadanori
  • Wakita Ryuji
  • Kanbe Satoshi

Abstract

Provided are an illumination device for visual inspection, a visual inspection device, and a blister packaging device which can achieve a significant improvement in inspection efficiency and inspection accuracy, and the like, when carrying out a visual inspection of an object. A visual inspection device 45 comprises an illumination unit 52 which can emit light, a camera unit 53 which can capture an image of a PTP sheet on which the light has been emitted, and a control device 54. The control device 54 stores a neural network which has learned a correlation between a lighting control parameter value and image data that can be acquired by capturing an image of the PTP sheet illuminated by a plurality of illumination panels L1-L15 for illuminating at an illumination level corresponding to the lighting control parameter value. Further, predicted image data outputted after inputting the lighting control parameter value into the neural network and ideal image data are compared, and then using error backpropagation based on an error therebetween, an optimal lighting control parameter value is specified, on the basis of which illumination of each of the illumination panels L1-L15 is adjusted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • G01N 21/88 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination

43.

PULSE SHOT-TYPE FLOW CONTROLLER, PULSE SHOT-TYPE FLOW CONTROL METHOD, AND PROGRAM

      
Application Number JP2021007897
Publication Number 2021/199847
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-02
Publication Date 2021-10-07
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ogisu Toshikazu

Abstract

A pulse shot-type flow controller (1) equipped with first and second cutoff valves (11, 13), a tank (12), a pressure sensor (14), and a controller (15) is configured to conduct a process multiple times. The controller (15) stores, as an optimum pressure (Px), a post-filling pressure (P1) measured by a pulse shot operation performed to adapt a volumetric flow rate to a target flow rate during a first-time process (Y1). In each process performed a second time or thereafter, the pressure of the tank (12) is adjusted, before an initial pulse shot operation is performed, to the optimum pressure (Px) (Y2, Y3), and the initial pulse shot operation is performed (Y4).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 7/06 - Control of flow characterised by the use of electric means

44.

PULSE SHOT-TYPE FLOW RATE CONTROL DEVICE, PULSE SHOT-TYPE FLOW RATE CONTROL METHOD, AND PROGRAM

      
Application Number JP2021007910
Publication Number 2021/199849
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-02
Publication Date 2021-10-07
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kadoya Hiroki
  • Nishimura Yasunori

Abstract

This pulse shot-type flow rate control device (1) comprising first and second shutoff valves (11, 13), a tank (12), a pressure sensor (14), and a controller (15) is caused to perform a process a plurality of times. In each process, the controller (15) repeats pulse shots that cause open and close operations to be alternately performed on the first shutoff valve (11) and the second shutoff valve (13), changes modes of the pulse shots on the basis of a pressure difference (ΔP) between the pressure (P1) after charge and the pressure (P2) after discharge, and controls a volume flow rate (QA) (S503-S531, S537). In each process, the controller (15) stores (S533), as an optimal charge time (tx), a charge time (t1) when the volume flow rate (QA) is controlled to a target flow rate (Q), and opens and closes (S505) the first shutoff valve 11 by using the optimal charge time (tx) as a first pulse shot of the next process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 7/06 - Control of flow characterised by the use of electric means

45.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PACKAGING SHEET MANUFACTURING DEVICE, AND INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020044187
Publication Number 2021/161619
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-27
Publication Date 2021-08-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohtani Takamasa
  • Ohta Eiji
  • Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, and the like, that make it possible to detect a pinhole in a pocket part with exceptionally high accuracy. This inspection device comprises at least a pair of cameras 52, 53. The pair of cameras 52, 53 image at least a pocket part 2 when the pocket part 2 is in an upstream position R1, when the pocket part 2 is in an intermediate position R2, and when the pocket part 2 is in a downstream position R3. As a result, a captured image of the entire area of the pocket part 2 can be obtained more reliably and a pinhole in the pocket part 2 will appear more clearly in the captured image that is obtained. Further, using the captured image to determine, for at least the pocket part 2, whether there is a pinhole makes pocket part 2 pinhole detection accuracy exceptionally high.

IPC Classes  ?

46.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2020025870
Publication Number 2021/084799
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-01
Publication Date 2021-05-06
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yahata Yuki
  • Nomura Shuhei
  • Watanabe Itaru

Abstract

The present invention provides a blister packaging machine and a method for manufacturing a blister pack, which can reduce a temperature difference between an upper die and a lower die. A blister packaging machine 10 comprises: a pocket-forming device 13 that forms a pocket 2 in a belt-like container film 3; a filling device 14 that fills the pocket 2 with a content; a sealing device 16 that attaches a belt-like cover film 4 to the container film 3 having the pocket 2 filled with the content so as to cover the pocket 2; a punching device 19 that punches out a blister pack 1 from a blister film 35 having the cover film 4 attached to the container film 3; a washing water supply device 18 that supplies washing water H to the upper surface of the blister film 35 before punching of the blister pack 1; and a cooling mechanism capable of cooling the upper die of the punching device 19 by using the washing water H.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B26D 7/08 - Means for treating work or cutting member to facilitate cutting
  • B26F 1/44 - Cutters therefor; Dies therefor
  • B65B 55/24 - Cleaning of, or removing dust from, containers, wrappers, or packaging
  • B65B 63/08 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on articles or materials to be packaged for heating or cooling articles or materials to facilitate packaging
  • B65B 65/00 - MACHINES, APPARATUS OR DEVICES FOR, OR METHODS OF, PACKAGING ARTICLES OR MATERIALS; UNPACKING - Details peculiar to packaging machines and not otherwise provided for; Arrangements of such details

47.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2020029610
Publication Number 2021/084827
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-03
Publication Date 2021-05-06
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yahata Yuki

Abstract

Provided are: a blister packaging machine which can suppress the adhesion of contents; and a method for manufacturing a blister pack. The blister packaging machine 10 comprises: a pocket forming device 13 for forming pockets 2 in a belt-like container film 3; a filling device 14 for filling contents into the pockets 2; a sealing device 16 for attaching a belt-like cover film 4 to the container film 3, in which the contents are filled into the pockets 2, so as to close the pockets 2; a punching device 19 for punching out blister packs 1 from a blister film 35 obtained by attaching the cover film 4 to the container film 3; and a cleaning water supply device 18 for supplying cleaning water H to the upper surface of the blister film 35 before punching out the blister packs 1.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 55/24 - Cleaning of, or removing dust from, containers, wrappers, or packaging

48.

ARM-TYPE ASSISTANCE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2020031464
Publication Number 2021/070484
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-20
Publication Date 2021-04-15
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Wakasugi Satoshi
  • Matsumoto Shigetaka

Abstract

An arm-type assistance device according to the present invention is provided with a supporting column, a first support part, a first arm, a second support part, a second arm, a third arm, an operation part, and a load holding part. The first arm has a first member, a first air cylinder, and a second member. The first support part, the first member, the second support part, and the second member constitute a parallel link. The parallel link is assisted by the first air cylinder. The arm-type assistance device is further provided with a control device configured so as to control the pressure of the first air cylinder. The third arm is provided with a second air cylinder for which the pressure is controlled by the control device. The axial-direction dimension of the second arm is larger than the axial-direction dimension of the first arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B66F 19/00 - Hoisting, lifting, hauling, or pushing, not otherwise provided for

49.

BLISTER PACKING MACHINE AND BLISTER PACK MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020024314
Publication Number 2021/024626
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-06-22
Publication Date 2021-02-11
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Watanabe Satoshi
  • Kawai Seiji

Abstract

Provided are a blister packing machine capable of further ensuring prevention of problems such as generation of wrinkles due to sagging of a container film, and a blister pack manufacturing method. A blister pack 1 has a container film 3 having formed therein a pocket 2. The pocket 2 is formed in the container film 3 in a softened state by preheating. The pocket 2 is formed in the container film 3 while tension along the width direction of the container film 3 is applied to at least a portion of the container film 3 where the pocket 2 is to be formed. Accordingly, the pocket 2 can be formed in a state where the container 3 is extended in the width direction and sagging of the container film 3 is effectively suppressed. As a result, it is possible to further ensure prevention of problems caused in association with the formation of the pocket 2, such as generation of wrinkles in the pocket 2 or in a portion in the container film 3 to which a cover film 4 is to be attached.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material

50.

INSPECTION DEVICE, DEVICE FOR MANUFACTURING PACKAGE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING PACKAGE

      
Application Number JP2020018408
Publication Number 2020/255571
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-01
Publication Date 2020-12-24
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohtani Takamasa
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is an inspection device, etc., whereby inspection can be performed with higher precision. In the present invention, an irradiation output detection value representing the irradiation output of X-rays by an X-ray irradiation device is calculated on the basis of an X-ray transmission image, and the irradiation output by the X-ray irradiation device is controlled so that the irradiation output detection value is a predetermined value. The irradiation output detection value is calculated on the basis of the luminance of a region excluding a tablet region 5x, and/or a flange part region 9x, of a storage region 2x on a path that connects an irradiation source and an X-ray line sensor over the shortest distance in the X-ray transmission image. Consequently, the irradiation output detection value is calculated on the basis of the luminance of the region of the X-ray transmission image that is most readily brightened, and the X-ray irradiation device is controlled so that the irradiation output detection value pertaining to the region that is most readily brightened is a predetermined value, i.e., so that the region that is most readily brightened has adequately high luminance. The range of output detected by the X-ray line sensor is therefore increased, and inspection can be performed with higher precision.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 23/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material
  • G01N 23/083 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and measuring the absorption the radiation being X-rays
  • G01N 23/18 - Investigating the presence of defects or foreign matter

51.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020017212
Publication Number 2020/250571
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-21
Publication Date 2020-12-17
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okuda Manabu
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are a three-dimensional measurement device and a three-dimensional measurement method that can speed up measurement when performing three-dimensional measurement using a phase shift method. A substrate inspection device 1 comprises: an illumination device 4 that irradiates a predetermined optical pattern on a printed board 2 from diagonally above; a camera 5 that captures an image of an irradiated portion of the optical pattern on the printed board 2; and a control device 6 that controls the devices. The control device 6 changes the phase of the irradiated optical pattern in four ways, captures an image under each of the optical patterns having different phases, and acquires four types of image data. When performing the three-dimensional measurement by means of the phase shift method on the basis of these four types of image data, 2-4 luminance values that are not overexposed and not blacked out are extracted from among four luminance values related to a predetermined coordinate position on the image data, and the height of the predetermined coordinate position can be measured on the basis of the extracted values.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object

52.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PACKAGE MANUFACTURING APPARATUS, AND PACKAGE MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020017596
Publication Number 2020/250580
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-24
Publication Date 2020-12-17
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohtani Takamasa
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is an inspection device or the like that can perform more appropriate quality determination. A PTP film is irradiated with X-rays, and an X-ray transmission image having a shade related to the brightness is acquired on the basis of the X-rays passing through the PTP film. Inspection related to the PTP film is executed on the basis of the X-ray transmission image. In the inspection, an accommodation area (2b) corresponding to an accommodation space for tablets and a flange part area (3b) corresponding to a flange part around the accommodation space are specified, and whether or not foreign matter exists in each area is inspected. When fragments or powder of the tablets exists in the accommodation area (2b), the fragments or powder of the tablets are not detected as the foreign matter, and when the fragments or powder of the tablets exists in the flange part area (3b), the fragments or powder of the tablets are detected as the foreign matters. Whether or not the fragments or powder of the tablets is detected as the foreign matter can be appropriately changed depending on whether an inspection target exists in the accommodation area (2b) or the flange part area (3b), and thus more appropriate quality determination can be performed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • G01N 23/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material
  • G01N 23/18 - Investigating the presence of defects or foreign matter

53.

MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR FLUID CONTROL APPARATUS

      
Application Number JP2020021071
Publication Number 2020/246359
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-28
Publication Date 2020-12-10
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Murase Hiroyuki
  • Tsunezuka Atsushi

Abstract

This manufacturing method for a fluid control apparatus, in which the flow of a fluid is controlled by bringing a diaphragm valve body (122) into contact with or separating the same from a valve seat (121d), is characterized in that: the diaphragm valve body is a combined body of a seating member (1222) making contact with the valve seat and a main body member (1221); the combined body is formed by cutting a material combined body (21) obtained by welding a seating member material (212) which is a material for the seating member and a main body member material (211) which is a material for the main body member; and the welding is performed over a wider range than a contact surface between the seating member and the main body member of the combined body, on the contact surface between the seating member material and the main body member material of the material combined body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 7/12 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm
  • F16K 7/16 - Diaphragm cut-off apparatus, e.g. with a member deformed, but not moved bodily, to close the passage with flat, dished, or bowl-shaped diaphragm arranged to be deformed against a flat seat the diaphragm being mechanically actuated, e.g. by screw-spindle or cam
  • F16K 1/36 - Valve members
  • F16K 1/42 - Valve seats

54.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PACKAGING SHEET MANUFACTURING DEVICE, AND PACKAGING SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020012775
Publication Number 2020/241007
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-23
Publication Date 2020-12-03
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ohtani Takamasa

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, and the like, such that a reduction in inspection efficiency can be suppressed and consistency in inspection quality can be more reliably ensured. While X-rays capable of passing through a PTP film 9 are irradiated, an X-ray line sensor 52a acquires an X-ray transmission image based on the X-rays that have passed through the PTP film 9, and inspection is carried out on the basis of the X-ray transmission image. During the X-ray transmission image acquisition, the PTP film 9 is kept in a bent shape obtained by bending the PTP film 9 so as to make the same protrude in the opposite direction from an X-ray irradiation source. The X-ray line sensor 52a is made to have a bent shape following the shape of the PTP film 9. As a result, it is possible to, for example, suppress variation in the intensity of the electromagnetic waves irradiated onto each position of the PTP film 9. Consequently, the X-ray transmission image quality at each position becomes more consistent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 23/16 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and measuring the absorption the material being a moving sheet or film
  • G01N 23/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material

55.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020015674
Publication Number 2020/241061
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-07
Publication Date 2020-12-03
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Shinyama Takayuki
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

The present invention provides a three-dimensional measurement apparatus and a three-dimensional measurement method with which it is possible to, inter alia, improve measurement precision. A substrate inspection apparatus 10 comprises a measurement head 12 having an irradiation device 13, a projection device 14, and a camera 15. The substrate inspection apparatus 10 first irradiates an inspection range on a printed substrate 1 with slit light from the irradiation device 13, and measures the height of the inspection range. The height of a measurement reference surface of cream solders included in the inspection range is next derived on the basis of the height of the inspection range, and a range to be focused that is necessary for image-capture in a state in which the entire height-direction region of the cream solders is brought into focus is specified. The height position of the measurement head 12 and the cream solder that is measured at the height position are subsequently associated with each other on the basis of the range to be focused of the cream solders and the depth of field of the camera 15. The measurement head 12 is then caused to move sequentially to the prescribed height position derived in this manner, and solder measurement is carried out on the cream solder 5 that is measured at the height position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis

56.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PACKAGING MACHINE, AND PACKAGE INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020011757
Publication Number 2020/230446
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-17
Publication Date 2020-11-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohtani Takamasa
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, packaging machine, and package inspection method that make it possible to, for example, enhance inspection accuracy. An X-ray inspection device (45) comprises an X-ray irradiation device (51) for irradiating a conveyed PTP film (25) with X-rays and an X-ray line sensor camera (53) for imaging the PTP film (25) irradiated with the X-rays. The coordinate system of an X-ray transmission image acquired by the X-ray line sensor camera (53) is converted to the coordinate system of the PTP film (25) on the basis of the positional relationship between the X-ray irradiation device (51), PTP film (25), and X-ray line sensor camera (53), and the PTP film (25) is inspected on the basis of the X-ray transmission image that has had the coordinate system thereof converted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 23/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material
  • G01N 23/16 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and measuring the absorption the material being a moving sheet or film
  • G01N 23/18 - Investigating the presence of defects or foreign matter

57.

PILOT-TYPE ELECTROMAGNETIC VALVE

      
Application Number JP2020018833
Publication Number 2020/230759
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-11
Publication Date 2020-11-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hayashi Atsuo
  • Itoh Shinji
  • Kosugi Mitsuhiro

Abstract

In the present invention, channel-forming blocks (44) of a first pilot valve (41) and a second pilot valve (42) each comprise: a supply channel (61) that opens in a first surface (441) and a second surface (442) and communicates with a valve chamber; a first output channel (62) that opens in the first surface and communicates with the valve chamber; and a second output channel (63) that opens in the first surface. Furthermore, the channel-forming blocks of the first pilot valve and the second pilot valve each comprise, in the second surface, an output channel-communicating recessed section (66) that is disposed at a site which overlaps with an opening region of the first output channel opening in the first surface and that communicates with the second output channel. The first output channel of the first pilot valve communicates with the second output channel of the second pilot valve via the output channel-communicating recessed section of the second pilot valve.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 27/00 - Construction of housings; Use of materials therefor
  • F16K 31/42 - Operating means; Releasing devices actuated by fluid by means of electrically-actuated members in the supply or discharge conduits of the fluid motor

58.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PACKAGING SHEET MANUFACTURING DEVICE, AND PACKAGING SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2020004307
Publication Number 2020/217638
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-05
Publication Date 2020-10-29
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohtani Takamasa
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, packaging sheet manufacturing device, and packaging sheet manufacturing method capable of, for example, enhancing device compactness and inspection accuracy. This X-ray inspection device 45 comprises X-ray irradiation devices 51, 52 for irradiating X-rays onto a conveyed PTP film 25 and an X-ray line sensor camera 53 for imaging the PTP film 25 irradiated with the X-rays. A boundary portion between a first X-ray irradiation range irradiated with X-rays from a first X-ray irradiation device 51 and a second X-ray irradiation range irradiated with X-rays from a second X-ray irradiation device 52 is made to be a non-inspection range WB provided between a first inspection range WA1 and second inspection range WA2 such that X-rays that have been irradiated from the first X-ray irradiation device 51 and have passed through the first inspection range WA1 and X-rays that have been irradiated from the second X-ray irradiation device 52 and have passed through the second inspection range WA2 do not overlap on the single X-ray line sensor camera 53.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 23/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 61/06 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for severing webs, or for separating joined packages by cutting
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined
  • G01N 23/18 - Investigating the presence of defects or foreign matter

59.

HEAT EXCHANGE SYSTEM

      
Application Number JP2020012293
Publication Number 2020/217800
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-19
Publication Date 2020-10-29
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ito Akihiro
  • Minatani Takahiro
  • Nitta Shinichi

Abstract

A heat exchange system (1) is arranged between a chiller device (120) and a temperature control member (110), and is provided with: an outgoing line (L1) for supplying a refrigerant from the chiller device (120) to the temperature control member (110); a return line (L2) for returning the refrigerant from the temperature control member (110) to the chiller device (120); a bypass line (L3) for bypassing the outgoing line (L1) and the return line (L2); a latent heat storage member (4) arranged closer to the chiller device (120) than a first connection point (P1) connecting the return line (L2) and the bypass line (L3); and a flow rate distribution unit (3) that is arranged at a second connection point (P2) connecting the outgoing line (L1) and the bypass line (L3), and that is for adjusting a ratio for distributing refrigerant to the temperature control member and the bypass line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 23/00 - Control of temperature
  • F25B 1/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems with non-reversible cycle
  • F28D 20/02 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in general; Regenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or using latent heat

60.

MANIFOLD

      
Application Number JP2020014726
Publication Number 2020/217876
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-31
Publication Date 2020-10-29
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hatano Hisashi
  • Kosugi Mitsuhiro

Abstract

Parts of first and second joints (81, 82) projecting from manifold blocks both have a long cylindrical shape. When the first and second joints are seen from an axial direction, the short direction of the first and second joints coincides with the juxtaposing direction of the manifold blocks. A part of a tube insertion hole (97) is a long hole-like small-diameter hole (98). When the first and second joints are seen from the axial direction, the short direction of the small-diameter hole aligns with the short direction of the first and second joints.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 27/00 - Construction of housings; Use of materials therefor
  • F16L 37/091 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of a ring provided with teeth or fingers
  • F16L 41/02 - Branch units, e.g. made in one piece, welded, riveted

61.

BUTTERFLY VALVE

      
Application Number JP2020006985
Publication Number 2020/195418
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-21
Publication Date 2020-10-01
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Nishimura Yasunori

Abstract

This butterfly valve (1) has a rod (10) connected to a DD motor (11) and disposed along a direction orthogonal to a flow path (30), and a butterfly valve body (9) that is linked to the rod (10) and that opens and closes the flow path (30) due to the rod (10) being rotated by the DD motor (11), wherein a linking body center of gravity, which is the center of gravity of a rotating linking body (31) having at least the rod (10) and the butterfly valve body (9) as constituent members, is positioned on an axial line (RA) of a rotating shaft (11a) of the DD motor (11).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 1/22 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation crossing the valve member, e.g. butterfly valves
  • F16K 31/04 - Operating means; Releasing devices magnetic using a motor
  • F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
  • F16K 49/00 - Means in or on valves for heating or cooling

62.

INSPECTION DEVICE, BLISTER PACKING MACHINE, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2020002742
Publication Number 2020/179281
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-27
Publication Date 2020-09-10
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Oda Shozo
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ota Eiji

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, a blister packing machine, and a method of manufacturing a blister pack, which can more accurately detect a molding defect in a side portion of a pocket part. A pocket part inspection device 21 comprises: an illumination device 50 that can irradiate a container film 3 having a pocket part 2 formed therein with predetermined electromagnetic waves; and a camera 51 that is provided on an opposite side to the illumination device 50 with the container film 3 therebetween and can acquire image data by capturing the electromagnetic waves transmitted through at least the bottom portion of the pocket part 2. Accordingly, a shade pattern generated at the bottom portion of the pocket part 2 due to the irradiation with the electromagnetic waves is extracted on the basis of the acquired image data, and the shade pattern is compared with a preset prescribed determination criterion, so that quality determination related to at least a molding state of the side portion of the pocket part 2 can be executed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/02 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined

63.

POSITION DETECTION DEVICE FOR FLUID PRESSURE CYLINDER

      
Application Number JP2020007624
Publication Number 2020/175521
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-02-26
Publication Date 2020-09-03
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Iwata Masao

Abstract

This position detection device for a fluid pressure cylinder comprises a plurality of magnetic sensors that turn ON/OFF according to the magnetic field of a permanent magnet provided to a piston of a fluid pressure cylinder. The position detection device for a fluid pressure cylinder is configured so as to detect the position of the piston as a result of the plurality of magnetic sensors turning ON/OFF. The plurality of magnetic sensors include first and second magnetic sensors that have mutually different magnetic field detection sensitivities. The magnetic field detection sensitivity of the first magnetic sensor is lower than magnetic field detection sensitivity of the second magnetic sensor. When the first magnetic sensor is turned ON, electric power is supplied to the second magnetic sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 7/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques
  • F15B 15/28 - Means for indicating the position, e.g. end of stroke

64.

PROJECTING DEVICE AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASURING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2019042244
Publication Number 2020/116052
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-29
Publication Date 2020-06-11
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are a projecting device and a three-dimensional measuring device with which it is possible to achieve, e.g., an improvement in measuring accuracy when performing a three-dimensional measurement using a pattern projecting method. A substrate inspection device is provided with a projecting device which projects a stripe pattern W onto a printed board 1. The projecting device is provided with: a lattice plate 20 which converts light entering from a predetermined light source into the stripe pattern W; an input side lens 25 and an output side lens 26 which constitute a bi-telecentric optical system for imaging the stripe pattern W onto the printed board 1; and a pattern period changing mechanism 22 capable of changing the period of the projected stripe pattern W. The pattern period changing mechanism 22 is configured to be able to change a distance Ls between the input side lens 25 and the output side lens 26, while maintaining a distance Lf1 between the lattice plate 20 and the input side lens 25 and a distance Lf2 between the output side lens 26 and the printed board 1.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object

65.

PROJECTION DEVICE AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT APPARATUS

      
Application Number JP2019040467
Publication Number 2020/116028
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-15
Publication Date 2020-06-11
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okuda Manabu
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Projected are a projection device and a three-dimensional measurement apparatus that can improve measurement accuracy, etc., for carrying out three-dimensional measurement by using a pattern projection method. This projection device is provided with: a light source that emits prescribed light; a lattice unit 20 that converts the light from the light source into a stripe pattern; a projection lens unit that forms an image of the stripe pattern generated by the lattice unit 20 on a printed board; and a lattice unit moving mechanism 22 for displacing the lattice unit 20 and changing the phase of the stripe pattern projected on the printed board. The lattice unit 20 is provided with a fixed lattice plate 25, a movable lattice plate 26, and a lattice plate moving mechanism 27 for displacing the movable lattice plate 26 relatively to the fixed lattice plate 25 and changing the cycle of the stripe pattern projected on the printed board.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object

66.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2019036036
Publication Number 2020/105252
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-13
Publication Date 2020-05-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kawai Seiji
  • Kikukawa Tomomi
  • Watanabe Satoshi

Abstract

Provided are a blister packaging machine and a method for manufacturing a blister pack, which can prevent problems caused by sagging of a container film or the like. A blister pack 1 is manufactured through a step of forming a pocket portion 2 in a belt-shaped container film 3 after the container film 3 is preheated to a softened state while the container film 3 is being conveyed. At least during a period from the preheating step of the container film 3 to the completion of the step of forming the pocket portion 2, a predetermined portion of the container film 3 is supported by a support belt 21 moving in synchronization with the conveyed container film 3. As a result, the container film 3 can be supported in a state where the applied load is minimized, and sagging of the container film 3 can be effectively suppressed even when the preheating temperature of the container film 3 is increased to cope with heat treatment such as retort sterilization.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 47/02 - Apparatus or devices for forming pockets or receptacles in or from sheets, blanks, or webs, comprising essentially a die into which the material is pressed or a folding die through which the material is moved with means for heating the material prior to forming

67.

POWDER-SUPPLY DEVICE, THERMAL SPRAYING DEVICE, POWDER-SUPPLY METHOD, AND THERMAL SPRAYING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2019042163
Publication Number 2020/090732
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-28
Publication Date 2020-05-07
Owner
  • TOKYO ELECTRON LIMITED (Japan)
  • CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kobayashi, Yoshiyuki
  • Itafuji, Hiroshi

Abstract

The powder-supply device according to one embodiment of the present invention is for supplying powder to a nozzle from a feeder, and is provided with: a cartridge that has a mouth part through which powder is taken in and out and an on/off valve for opening and closing the mouth part, and that stores therein the powder in an airtight state; a connection part that allows the cartridge to be detachably connected thereto; and a feeder that has a replenishment port for supplying, into the feeder, the powder inside the cartridge being connected to the connection part and has an on/off valve for opening and closing the replenishment port, and that charges the powder having been supplied from the replenishment port into the nozzle, wherein the cartridge and the feeder form a tightly enclosed space between the mouth part and the replenishment port as the cartridge is connected to the connection part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C23C 4/134 - Plasma spraying
  • B05B 7/14 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas designed for spraying particulate materials
  • B05B 7/22 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas incorporating means for heating the material to be sprayed electrically, e.g. by arc
  • B65G 53/66 - Use of indicator or control devices, e.g. for controlling gas pressure, for controlling proportions of material and gas, for indicating or preventing jamming of material
  • B65G 65/40 - Devices for emptying otherwise than from the top

68.

INSPECTION DEVICE, BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE, AND BLISTER SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2019030669
Publication Number 2020/075375
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-05
Publication Date 2020-04-16
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, blister packaging machine, and blister sheet manufacturing method that make it possible to enhance the inspection accuracy of inspection in which spectroscopic analysis is used to identify contamination with a different type of product. This inspection device 22 comprises an illumination device 52 capable of emitting near-infrared light onto a tablet 5 inserted into a pocket part 2 of a conveyed container film 3 and an image capturing device 53 that is capable of dispersing the near-infrared light reflected by the tablet 5 and capturing a spectral image of the reflected light. Spectral data for a plurality of points on the tablet 5 is acquired on the basis of the spectral image captured by the imaging device 53. A group of the plurality of points of spectral data having the most concentrated brightness values for a prescribed wavelength component is selected as a concentrated spectral data group. The inspection device inspects for contamination with a different type of product by carrying out prescribed analysis of the tablet 5 on the basis of the concentrated spectral data group.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solids; Preparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

69.

INSPECTION APPARATUS, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING PTP SHEET

      
Application Number JP2019028999
Publication Number 2020/066251
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-24
Publication Date 2020-04-02
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided are an inspection apparatus whereby inspection precision pertaining to inspection for mixing of different products through use of spectroscopic analysis can be enhanced, a PTP packaging machine, and a method for manufacturing a PTP sheet. An inspection apparatus 22 is provided with an illumination device capable of radiating near-infrared light to a tablet 5 loaded into a pocket part 2 of a conveyed container film 3, and an imaging device 53 capable of spectrally diffracting reflected near-infrared light reflected from the tablet 5 and capturing a spectral image of the reflected light, and the inspection apparatus 22 acquires spectral data at a plurality of points on the tablet 5 on the basis of the spectral image captured by the imaging device 53, selects a central value for each wavelength for the spectral data of the plurality of points, performs predetermined analysis processing for the table 5 on the basis of central value spectral data constituted from the central values selected for each wavelength, and inspects for mixing of different products.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solids; Preparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

70.

MANUFACTURING DEVICE OF PACKAGE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF PACKAGE

      
Application Number JP2019029698
Publication Number 2020/066274
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-29
Publication Date 2020-04-02
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided is a manufacturing device, etc., of a package for which the quality of a sealed state can be inspected more accurately. A sealed portion 6 is formed by heat-welding stacked sheets 3 in a state where a prescribed workpiece is packaged with the sheets 3 made of resin. The heat-welding is performed so that the thickness of the sealed portion 6 is smaller than the combined thickness of the stacked sheets to be heat-welded before the heat-welding. In the inspection of the sealed portion 6, thickness information corresponding to the thickness of the sealed portion 6 is acquired, and the quality of the sealed state in the sealed portion 6 is determined on the basis of the acquired thickness information. In order to perform heat-welding so that the thickness of the sealed portion 6 and the quality of the sealed state are correlated, quality determination is performed on the basis of the thickness information, and thus, the quality of the sealed state can be determined more accurately.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/90 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in a container or its contents
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/02 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages
  • G01B 11/06 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness for measuring thickness
  • G01N 21/958 - Inspecting transparent materials

71.

APPEARANCE INSPECTION DEVICE AND PTP PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2019021676
Publication Number 2020/059214
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-31
Publication Date 2020-03-26
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kanbe Satoshi

Abstract

Provided is an appearance inspection device capable of accurately performing, on the basis of image data obtained from one captured image, inspection pertaining to foreign matter adhesion, or the like, without performing complex determination processing. An appearance inspection device 22 comprises: an imaging device 53 capable of imaging a container film 3 via an imaging-side polarizing filter 53B; a first illumination device 51 capable of emitting light toward the container film 3; a second illumination device 52 capable of emitting light from a second light source 52A to the container film 3 via an illumination-side polarizing filter 52B; and a processing execution device 60 that performs, on the basis of image data obtained from the imaging device 53, a quality determination pertaining to foreign matter adhesion. The imaging-side polarizing filter 53B is configured so that the polarization direction thereof is a direction in which blocked is specularly reflected light from the container film 3 side, such light being of the light emitted from the second illumination device 52. The imaging device 53 images the container film 3 in a state where light is being emitted by both the first illumination device 51 and the second illumination device 52.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/89 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles
  • B65B 47/02 - Apparatus or devices for forming pockets or receptacles in or from sheets, blanks, or webs, comprising essentially a die into which the material is pressed or a folding die through which the material is moved with means for heating the material prior to forming
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined
  • G01N 21/90 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in a container or its contents

72.

GAS FLOW RATE TESTING UNIT

      
Application Number JP2019022869
Publication Number 2020/012849
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-10
Publication Date 2020-01-16
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Shiroyama Naoya

Abstract

This gas flow rate testing unit (1A) is disposed between a mass flow controller (20) and a vacuum pump (30) and tests the accuracy of the mass flow controller (20) on the basis of the time (t) it takes for the pressure measured by a pressure gauge (103) to change from a prescribed measurement start pressure (P1) to a prescribed second pressure value (P2) after first and second output valves (105, 106) are closed, a fluid temperature, and the volume from the output of the mass controller (20) to the inputs of the first and second output valves (105, 106), said gas flow rate testing unit being configured such that the first and second output valves (105, 106) are arranged in parallel, and an orifice 107 for adjusting the pressure of the gas for testing is disposed on the output side of the second output valve 106.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 25/00 - Testing or calibration of apparatus for measuring volume, volume flow or liquid level or for metering by volume

73.

INSPECTING DEVICE, AND PTP PACKING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2019003590
Publication Number 2019/230051
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-02-01
Publication Date 2019-12-05
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspecting device and a PTP packing machine with which it is possible to suppress a reduction in inspection accuracy pertaining to an inspection employing spectroscopic analysis. An inspecting device 22 is provided with an illuminating device 52 capable of radiating near-infrared light toward a container film 3 in which a tablet 5 is accommodated in a pocket portion 2, a light shielding plate 54 which is disposed between the illuminating device 52 and the container film 3, and which blocks the entry of the near-infrared light into the container film 3, a through hole 54a provided in the light shielding plate 54 to allow the near-infrared light to pass, and an image capturing device 53 capable of spectrally diffracting and imaging reflected light that has been reflected from the tablet 5 irradiated by the near-infrared light through the through hole 54a, wherein spectral data of the tablet 5 are acquired on the basis of spectral image data acquired by the image capturing device 53, and a different-type contamination inspection of the tablet 5 is carried out the basis of the spectral data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

74.

ARM-TYPE SUPPORT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2019015340
Publication Number 2019/203049
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-08
Publication Date 2019-10-24
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Wakasugi Satoshi
  • Matsumoto Shigetaka

Abstract

This arm-type support device is provided with a first frame, a second frame, a first arm member, a second arm member, and an actuator. The actuator has a drive unit, an operation rod, and a link member. A parallel link is configured from the first arm member, the second arm member, the first frame, and the second frame. The first arm member is hollow, and the actuator and the second arm member are accommodated inside the first arm member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 17/00 - Joints
  • B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewing; Safety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators

75.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2018037408
Publication Number 2019/187253
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-05
Publication Date 2019-10-03
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, PTP packaging machine, and inspection method capable of enhancing the accuracy of inspection using spectral analysis. The inspection device 22 comprises an illumination device 52 capable of irradiating near-infrared light onto a tablet 5 and an imaging device 53 capable of dispersing and imaging reflected light reflected by the tablet 5. The inspection device 22 acquires spectral data for the tablet 5 on the basis of spectral image data acquired by the imaging device 53 and makes a good/bad assessment of the tablet 5 through the determination of whether the spectral intensities of each wavelength band included in the spectral data are within allowable ranges. Further, the inspection device 22 sequentially stores the spectral data of tablets 5 assessed as being good, calculates average spectral intensity values for each wavelength band on the basis of the spectral data for a prescribed number of most recent good tablets 5, uses the average spectral intensity values to calculate thresholds for each wavelength band, and uses the thresholds to change the allowable ranges for each wavelength band.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/90 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in a container or its contents
  • A61J 3/06 - Devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms into the form of pills, lozenges or dragees
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

76.

INSPECTION APPARATUS, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND INSPECTION METHOD

      
Application Number JP2018039420
Publication Number 2019/176155
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-24
Publication Date 2019-09-19
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

Provided are: an inspection apparatus, a PTP packaging machine, and an inspection method with which it is possible to suppress a decline in inspection accuracy of inspection using spectral analysis. This inspection apparatus 45 is provided with: an illuminating device 52 capable of irradiating tablets housed in pockets 2 of a casing film 3 with near-infrared light; and an imaging device 53 capable of capturing an image of the tablets by dispersing light reflected from the tablets, the inspection apparatus being configured to perform a different type inclusion test on the tablets by means of spectral analysis on the basis of spectral image data acquired by the imaging device 53. In a pre-inspection stage, the inspection apparatus 45 ascertains, as disturbance data, spectral data on a non-defective tablet, which is attributable to disturbance light resulting from irradiation by the illuminating device 52 upon a given disturbance factor, or spectral data approximate to said spectral data. When performing an inspection, corrections are made, on the basis of the disturbance data, to spectral data obtained by photographing the tablets to be inspected.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solids; Preparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

77.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND CALIBRATION METHOD OF INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018033210
Publication Number 2019/146152
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-07
Publication Date 2019-08-01
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Taguchi Yukihiro

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an inspection device, a PTP packaging machine and a calibration method of the inspection device which can improve inspection accuracy related to inspection by using spectroscopic analysis. The inspection device 22 is provided with: a lighting device 52 which can irradiates a tablet 5 with near-infrared light; and an image capturing device 53 which can split reflection light reflected by the tablet 5 and capture an image, wherein analysis processing is performed on the basis of data of a spectroscopic image acquired by the image capturing device 53. The inspection device 22 executes a prescribed calculation process on reference spectroscopic image data acquired by capturing, in advance, an image of a spectrum related to a prescribed reference plate, and determines the wavelength sensitivity characteristics of an image capturing element by obtaining characteristics of each pixel row. Then, on the basis thereof, a correction value is calculated which corresponds to each pixel of the reference spectroscopic image data. At the time of inspection, each pixel's corresponding luminance value of acquired inspection spectroscopic image data, which is acquired by capturing an image of an object to be inspected, is corrected on the basis of the correction value corresponding to the pixel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/27 - Colour; Spectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

78.

ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR

      
Application Number JP2018038486
Publication Number 2019/130737
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-16
Publication Date 2019-07-04
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ito, Akihiro
  • Kouketsu, Masayuki
  • Yamauchi, Masaya
  • Tsuruga, Toshikazu

Abstract

A flowrate ratio control valve (10) comprises: a pair of leaf springs (51) which apply, in a predetermined direction, elastic force according to the amount of deformation; a valve body (31) which is supported so as to be able to move in a predetermined direction by the pair of leaf springs (51); a drive unit (70) which drives the valve body (31) in the predetermined direction without contact, by means of electromagnetic force which acts between the pair of leaf springs (51) in the predetermined direction; containers (21, 24, 27) which house therein the leaf springs (51) and the valve body (31); and a damper (60) which is mounted to the valve body (31), forming a predetermined space defined with the inner surface of the containers, and which forms, with the inner surface, a predetermined gap which connects the interior and exterior of the predetermined space in a predetermined direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 31/06 - Operating means; Releasing devices magnetic using a magnet
  • F16K 3/26 - Gate valves or sliding valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closing members having a sliding movement along the seat for opening and closing with sealing faces shaped as surfaces of solids of revolution with cylindrical valve members with fluid passages in the valve member

79.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018031883
Publication Number 2019/111453
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-29
Publication Date 2019-06-13
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ishigaki Hiroyuki
  • Mamiya Takahiro

Abstract

Provided is a three-dimensional measurement device capable of enhancing measurement accuracy and measurement efficiency. This three-dimensional measurement device 1 uses an interference fringe image obtained through imaging by imaging systems 4A, 4B to acquire, at a prescribed measurement range interval, a plurality of sets of intensity image data for each coordinate position in a prescribed measurement region on a workpiece W at prescribed positions in the optical axis direction. Next, the three-dimensional measurement device 1 determines the optical-axis-direction focal positions at each coordinate position on the basis of the plurality of sets of intensity image data and specifies orders corresponding to the optical-axis-direction focal positions as orders for the coordinate positions. Further, the three-dimensional measurement device 1 acquires light phase information for the optical-axis-direction focal positions at each coordinate position in the measurement region and carries out three-dimensional measurement of the coordinate positions on the basis of the phase information for the coordinate positions and the orders for the coordinate positions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
  • G06T 7/521 - Depth or shape recovery from the projection of structured light

80.

PTP SHEET COUPLING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018028837
Publication Number 2019/106885
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-01
Publication Date 2019-06-06
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Mizuno Hirofumi

Abstract

In order to provide a PTP sheet coupling device that is able to properly transfer PTP sheets when PTP sheets are coupled as a set of two sheets, this PTP sheet coupling device is provided with a holder (a pair of holding pieces 36L, 36R) that is provided so as be able to hold two PTP sheets 1 in a previously set predetermined relative positional relationship, and to allow displacement in the lane width direction, and the PTP sheet coupling device is configured to allow the adjustment of the position of the holder in the lane width direction such that a longitudinal center part of the PTP sheets 1, etc. is positioned on a center line C0 that coincides with a center part in the lane width direction, in accordance with the PTP sheets 1, etc. that are transferred between an inverting device and the holder and between the holder and a chuck feeding mechanism.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 35/56 - Orientating, i.e. changing the attitude of, articles, e.g. of non-uniform cross-section
  • B65B 35/46 - Arranging and feeding articles in groups by rotary conveyors

81.

LIQUID PUMP

      
Application Number JP2018029245
Publication Number 2019/106889
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-03
Publication Date 2019-06-06
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kishi, Akira

Abstract

This liquid pump (10) is provided with: suction-side connection flow paths (51, 75) which are connected to an inlet port (52) through which liquid flows in, and which connect a first suction flow path (53) and a second suction flow path (63); a discharge-side connection flow path (76) which connects a first discharge flow path (57) and a second discharge flow path (67) and is connected to an outlet port through which liquid flows out; a motor; a drive mechanism which, on the basis of the rotation of the motor, alternates between performing contraction of a first pressure chamber (55) and expansion of a second pressure chamber (65), and performing expansion of the first pressure chamber and contraction of the second pressure chamber; air bubble sensors (81, 82) which are attached to the suction-side connection flow paths and/or the discharge-side connection flow path, and detect air bubbles contained in a liquid circulating through the flow paths to which the air bubble sensors are attached; and a control unit which controls the discharge amount of the liquid by adjusting the rotational speed of the motor on the condition that air bubbles are not detected by the air bubble sensors.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04B 43/02 - Machines, pumps, or pumping installations having flexible working members having plate-like flexible members, e.g. diaphragms
  • F04B 43/04 - Pumps having electric drive

82.

PROJECTION DEVICE AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018022042
Publication Number 2019/077797
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-08
Publication Date 2019-04-25
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are a projection device and a three-dimensional measurement device that are able to achieve measurement accuracy improvement and the like when three-dimensional measurement using a pattern projection method is performed. In the present invention, a board inspection apparatus is provided with a projection device 14 that projects a stripe pattern onto a printed board, and a camera that captures an image of the printed board. The projection device 14 has a pattern generation unit 18 that converts light from a light source 17 to a stripe pattern, and a projection lens unit 19 that forms an image of the generated stripe pattern on the printed board. The pattern generation unit 18 comprises: a lattice plate 21 that converts incident light to a stripe pattern; an incident angle adjustment plate 22 that is disposed on the incident surface side of the lattice plate 21 such that an incident angle of the incident light is 0°; and a refraction angle adjustment plate 23 that is disposed on the emission surface side of the lattice plate 21 such that a refraction angle of emitted light is 0°, wherein these are composed of the same optical material having the same refractive index.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object

83.

LIQUID DILUTING/MIXING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018029244
Publication Number 2019/069552
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-03
Publication Date 2019-04-11
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kariya, Morimichi

Abstract

A liquid diluting/mixing device (50) comprises: a first tube (61, 63); a plurality of branching flowpaths (53, 54) that branch off from a flowpath formed in the first tube; a plurality of insertion tubes (71) which are inserted into the branching flowpaths; and a second tube (67, 65) in which is formed a flowpath that integrates with the flowpaths of the plurality of branching flowpaths. The plurality of insertion tubes are side-by-side along the direction from the first tube to the second tube. Through-holes (71d) are formed in a lateral surface on the second-tube side.

IPC Classes  ?

84.

VORTEX FLOWMETER

      
Application Number JP2018031308
Publication Number 2019/058866
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-24
Publication Date 2019-03-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohshima Yasushi
  • Eguchi Ryo
  • Matsuura Takaharu
  • Sakaki Yuki

Abstract

In this vortex flowmeter (1) provided with a vortex generator (16) and a flow rate measuring unit, a seal member (52) is mounted on a temperature measuring body (40) comprising a temperature sensor (42) adhered with an adhesive to a metal temperature measurement case (41), the temperature measuring body (40) is inserted into a first insertion hole (27) formed in a main body case (2) so as to communicate with a main body flow path (23), and the distal end surface (415) of the temperature measuring body (40) is arranged in either a position flush with the flow path surface (23a) of the main body flow path (23) formed in the main body case (2), or a position outside of the flow path surface (23a) in the radial direction of the main body flow path (23).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/32 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow using swirl flowmeters
  • G01K 1/14 - Supports; Fastening devices; Arrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

85.

VORTEX FLOWMETER

      
Application Number JP2018031316
Publication Number 2019/058868
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-24
Publication Date 2019-03-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Ohshima Yasushi
  • Sakaki Yuki
  • Matsuura Takaharu
  • Eguchi Ryo

Abstract

In this vortex flowmeter (1) provided with a vortex generator (16) and a flow rate measurement unit (30), the flow rate measurement unit (30) comprises a piezoelectric element (32) and a piezoelectric element case (31), wherein the piezoelectric element case (31) comprises: a fitted part (312) which is fitted in the main body case (2); a pressure receiving unit (314) which protrudes from the distal end surface (312a) of the fitted part (312) and which is arranged in a main body flow path (23); a space (319) which is formed along the axial direction of the piezoelectric element case (31) in the fitted part (312) and which separates the fitted part (312) and the pressure receiving unit (314); and a slit (318) which is formed inside of the pressure receiving unit (314) and which houses the piezoelectric element (32).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/32 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow using swirl flowmeters

86.

WORKPIECE TRANSFER DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2018033415
Publication Number 2019/054323
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-10
Publication Date 2019-03-21
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Maki, Daijyu
  • Wakasugi, Satoshi
  • Horio, Akari
  • Yamanaka, Kazuyuki

Abstract

A workpiece transfer device (10) is provided with: a robot (11) including a robot arm (19); and a balancer (30) that is provided in parallel to the robot (11). The balancer (30) has: a balancer (30) base; a horizontal articulated balancer arm (35) that is of parallel link type; a workpiece mounting mechanism (46) supported by an upper end section of the balancer arm (35); and a connecting member (52) connected to the workpiece mounting mechanism (46). When the connecting member (52) and a leading end section of the robot arm (19) are connected to each other, the leading end section of the robot arm (19) and the upper end section of the balancer arm (35) are connected to each other, and the balancer arm (35) is positioned below the robot arm (19).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewing; Safety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators

87.

APPEARANCE INSPECTION DEVICE AND BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2018014908
Publication Number 2019/038981
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-09
Publication Date 2019-02-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Inoguchi Tadashi

Abstract

Provided are an appearance inspection device which is capable of improving inspection efficiency and inspection accuracy, and a blister packaging machine. This appearance inspection device 22 is provided with an inspection mechanism 51 which inspects the appearance of tablets from above a container film. The appearance inspection device is configured so as to be capable of inspecting the appearance of side surfaces of the plurality of tablets. The inspection mechanism 51 is provided with an illumination device 60, and first to sixth cameras 61-66. Camera 61 or the like is provided with an imaging element, and a lens unit formed from a bilateral telecentric optical system, and is set with respect to the plurality of tablets on the container film positioned in a prescribed inspection area such that a light receiving surface of the imaging element and a main surface of the lens unit satisfy shine proofing conditions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • G01B 11/30 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring roughness or irregularity of surfaces

88.

APPEARANCE INSPECTION DEVICE AND BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2018015416
Publication Number 2019/038985
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-12
Publication Date 2019-02-28
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Inoguchi Tadashi

Abstract

Provided are an appearance inspection device which is capable of improving inspection efficiency and inspection accuracy, and a blister packaging machine. This appearance inspection device 22 is provided with an upper inspection mechanism 51 which inspects the appearance of tablets from above a container film, and a lower inspection mechanism 52 which inspects the appearance of the tablets from below the container film. The appearance inspection device is configured so as to be capable of inspecting the appearance of side surfaces of the plurality of tablets. The upper inspection mechanism 51 is provided with an upper illumination device 60 and first to sixth cameras 61-66. The lower inspection mechanism 52 is provided with a lower illumination device 70 and first to sixth cameras 71-76. Camera 61 or the like is provided with an imaging element, and a lens unit formed from a bilateral telecentric optical system, and is set with respect to the plurality of tablets on the container film positioned in a prescribed inspection area such that a light receiving surface of the imaging element and a main surface of the lens unit satisfy shine proofing conditions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • G01B 11/30 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring roughness or irregularity of surfaces

89.

FLOWMETER

      
Application Number JP2018022586
Publication Number 2019/031056
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-13
Publication Date 2019-02-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Eguchi Ryo
  • Seko Naotsugu
  • Ito Kazutoshi

Abstract

A flowmeter (1) which, in addition to a sensor flow path (16) having a sensor chip (21) for measuring a flow rate installed therein, is provided with an orifice flow path (13), which functions as a bypass flow path with respect to the sensor flow path (16), wherein: the flow path diameter (C) of the orifice flow path (13) is smaller than the flow path diameter (A) of an inflow path (12); a flow diversion orifice (30) is provided on the intake port side of the sensor flow path (16); and the orifice flow path (13) and the flow diversion orifice (30) are configured such that, if the vertical axis expresses the effective cross-sectional area and the horizontal axis expresses the fluid pressure of a fluid, changes in the effective surface areas of the orifice flow path (13) and the flow diversion orifice (30) have the same tendency.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/00 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow
  • G01F 1/42 - Orifices or nozzles
  • G01F 1/68 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using thermal effects

90.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2018012127
Publication Number 2019/030964
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-26
Publication Date 2019-02-14
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Wate Hisanao
  • Oda Shozo
  • Ota Eiji

Abstract

Provided is a blister packaging machine with which pocket parts having good gas barrier properties can be more reliably formed over a longer period. A PTP packaging machine (11) comprises: a pocket part formation device (16) for forming, in a strip-shaped container film (3), pocket parts (2) each having a bottom section and a side section; an illumination device (50) that radiates prescribed electromagnetic waves onto at least the pocket parts (2) downstream of the pocket part formation device (16); a camera (51) that is capable of acquiring transmission image data based on the electromagnetic waves transmitted through at least the pocket parts (2); and a side section condition detection unit (52) that detects, on the basis of the transmission image data acquired by the camera (51), the condition of the thickness of the side section. The pocket part formation device (16) is configured to be capable of adjusting the balance between the thickness of the bottom section and the thickness of the side section, and this operation is controlled on the basis of the detection results from the side section condition detection unit (52).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B29C 51/10 - Forming by pressure difference, e.g. vacuum
  • B29C 51/26 - Component parts, details or accessories; Auxiliary operations
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/02 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages
  • B65B 57/06 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of binding or wrapping material, containers, or packages and operating to control, or to stop, the feed of articles or material to be packaged
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • G01B 11/02 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness

91.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE

      
Application Number JP2018003791
Publication Number 2019/026316
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-02-05
Publication Date 2019-02-07
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Mori Takafumi

Abstract

Provided is a blister packaging machine capable of accurately performing position adjustment or the like of a cover film. The blister packaging machine is provided with a position adjustment mechanism (50) that performs position adjustment of a cover film (4). In attaching the cover film (4) to a container film (3), the position adjustment mechanism (50) stretches the cover film (4) to align a registration mark added to the cover film (4). Specifically, the position adjustment mechanism (50) monitors a positional deviation amount of the registration mark, and stretches the cover film (4) correspondingly. When the registration mark is detected by a mark sensor (53) at a detection position (K), the position adjustment mechanism (50) stops stretching the cover film (4). The position adjustment mechanism (50) uses the cover film (4) to which the registration mark is added in each prescribed interval shorter than a single conveyance amount of the container film (3), and stretches the cover film (4) each time a conveyance operation of the cover film (4) is stopped.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices

92.

BLISTER PACKAGING MACHINE, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING BLISTER PACK, AND BLISTER PACK

      
Application Number JP2018003790
Publication Number 2019/016986
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-02-05
Publication Date 2019-01-24
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kikukawa Tomomi
  • Nishiyama Toshikazu
  • Kawai Seiji

Abstract

In order to enable a blister pack provided with a chamber and the like to be manufactured effectively and at high speed, this blister packaging machine (20) manufactures a blister pack (1) provided with an internal container (3) having an internal pocket section (3a), an external container (2) having an external pocket section (2a), and a cover (4) that covers the openings of both of the pocket sections (2a, 3a), the chamber being formed between the pocket sections (2a, 3a). A sealing device (29) of the blister packaging machine (20) heats overlapping portions of an external flange section correspondent section of an external container film (12), an internal flange section correspondent section of an internal container film (13), and a cover film (14), and fuses the portions together. The blister pack (1) is formed in a state in which the cover (4) and an internal flange section that is formed to protrude from the internal pocket section (3a) are fused to an external flange section that is formed to protrude from the external pocket section (2a).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65D 75/36 - Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents one sheet or blank being recessed and the other formed of relatively stiff flat sheet material, e.g. blister packages

93.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING PTP SHEET

      
Application Number JP2017037652
Publication Number 2018/198403
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-18
Publication Date 2018-11-01
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, a PTP packaging machine, and a method for producing a PTP sheet, with which faster inspection of a blend of different product classes using spectroscopic analysis is possible, and curbing any decrease in inspection accuracy is also possible. An inspection device 22 inspects blending of different product classes, the inspection device being provided with: a lighting device 52 that can project near-infrared light onto tablets 5 which have been filled into pocket sections 2 of a container film 3; an imaging device 53 able to disperse reflected light reflected from the tablets 5 and to capture the spectroscopic spectrum of the reflected light; and a control processing device for acquiring spectral data on the basis of the spectroscopic spectrum captured by the imaging device 53 and performing predetermined spectroscopic processing on the basis of the spectral data. The imaging device 53 is provided with imaging elements that have light-receiving surfaces demarcated into a plurality of regions and that perform output from the plurality of demarcated regions each with different channels. Demarcating lines that demarcate the plurality of regions are arranged so as to follow a wavelength dispersion direction of the spectroscopic spectrum projected onto the light-receiving surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/27 - Colour; Spectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

94.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND PTP SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2017037648
Publication Number 2018/193654
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-18
Publication Date 2018-10-25
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, PTP packaging machine, and PTP sheet manufacturing method that make it possible to enhance the inspection accuracy of inspection that is for the inclusion of a different type of product and uses spectral analysis. This inspection device 22 inspects for the inclusion of a different type of product and is provided with: an illumination device 52 that is capable of irradiating near-infrared light onto a tablet 5 inserted into a pocket part 2 of a conveyed container film 3, an imaging device 53 that is capable of dispersing the near-infrared light reflected by the tablet 5 and capturing a spectral image of the reflected light, and a control processing device for acquiring spectral data on the basis of the spectral image captured by the imaging device 53 and carrying out prescribed analysis processing on the basis of the spectral data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/27 - Colour; Spectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • B65B 57/18 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices causing operation of audible or visible alarm signals

95.

COMPONENT MOUNTING SYSTEM AND ADHESIVE INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2017036445
Publication Number 2018/189937
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-06
Publication Date 2018-10-18
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko
  • Kikuchi Kazuyoshi

Abstract

Provided is a component mounting system capable of improving yield and the like. A component mounting system 13 includes a first component mounting machine 42 for mounting, onto a solder printed on a substrate, an electronic component having a predetermined electrode portion, and/or an inspection device 41 for inspecting an adhesive. In the first component mounting machine 42, in relation to an electronic component fixed by an adhesive which is cured at a temperature lower than the melting temperature of solder, the target mounting height is set to an ideal mounting height based on design data, or to a height which is lower than the ideal mounting height by an amount of sinking of the electronic component accompanying the melting of the solder. Regardless of the amount of solder, the inspection device 41 determines whether the height of the adhesive is the ideal mounting height or the like of the electronic component based on the design data, thereby determining whether the adhesive is acceptable or not.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 13/04 - Mounting of components
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object

96.

TESTING DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING PTP SHEETS

      
Application Number JP2017035224
Publication Number 2018/185954
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-28
Publication Date 2018-10-11
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are: a testing device that can improve testing precision for testing of contamination with products of a different type using spectroscopic analysis; a PTP (press-though pack) packaging machine; and a method for manufacturing a PTP sheet. A testing device 22 is provided with: an illumination device 52 that can radiate near-infrared light onto tablets 5 which are filled into pocket sections 2 of a conveyed container film 3; an imaging device 53 that can disperse reflected near-infrared light reflected from the tablets 5 and capture a spectroscopic image of the reflected light; and a control processing device that acquires spectrum data on the basis of the spectroscopic image captured by the imaging device 53 and that performs prescribed analysis processing on the basis of the spectrum data. The testing device tests for contamination with products of a different type.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solids; Preparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined

97.

INSPECTION DEVICE, PTP PACKAGING MACHINE, AND PTP SHEET MANUFACTURING METHOD

      
Application Number JP2017034514
Publication Number 2018/173334
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-25
Publication Date 2018-09-27
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Taguchi Yukihiro
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided are an inspection device, PTP packaging machine, and PTP sheet manufacturing method that make it possible to increase the speed of inspection for inadvertent inclusion of an incorrect type of product, which uses spectral analysis. This inspection device 22 inspects for the inclusion of an incorrect type of product and is provided with: an illumination device 52 that is capable of irradiating near-infrared light on a tablet 5 inserted into a pocket part 2 of a conveyed container film 3, an imaging device 53 that is capable of diffracting the near-infrared light reflected by the tablet 5 and capturing a spectral image of the reflected light, and a control processing device for acquiring spectral data on the basis of the spectral image captured by the imaging device 53 and carrying out prescribed analysis processing on the basis of the spectral data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids
  • B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
  • B65B 57/00 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices
  • B65B 57/10 - Automatic control, checking, warning or safety devices responsive to absence, presence, abnormal feed, or misplacement of articles or materials to be packaged
  • G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solids; Preparation of samples therefor
  • G01N 21/359 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light using near infrared light
  • G01N 21/892 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination in moving material, e.g. paper, textiles characterised by the flaw, defect or object feature examined

98.

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2017030703
Publication Number 2018/158983
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-28
Publication Date 2018-09-07
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Umemura Nobuyuki
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is a three-dimensional measurement device capable of preventing a reduction in measurement accuracy during three-dimensional measurement. A substrate inspection device 1 comprises a projection device 4 that projects a stripe pattern onto a printed substrate 2; a camera 5 that images a portion of the printed substrate 2 onto which the stripe pattern has been projected; and a control device 6 that performs various types of control in the substrate inspection device 1. The projection device 4 comprises, a light source 4a that emits predetermined light and a DMD 4b that converts the light from the light source 4a into a stripe pattern, the projection device projecting the stripe pattern onto the printed substrate 2 at a predetermined number of frames per unit of time. The control device 6: sets a total black pattern projection period of one frame, such period being a period in which a predetermined total black pattern can be projected before and after a stripe pattern projection period of a predetermined number of frames; starts the imaging carried out by the camera 5 in the total black pattern projection period which is before the stripe pattern projection period; and ends the imaging carried out by the camera 5 in the total black pattern projection period which is after the stripe pattern projection period.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object
  • G01N 21/956 - Inspecting patterns on the surface of objects

99.

SUBSTRATE INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2017030146
Publication Number 2018/146839
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-23
Publication Date 2018-08-16
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Futamura Ikuo
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

The present invention makes it possible to more reliably install an electronic component at a proper position and appropriately inspect at least the application state of an adhesive. This substrate inspection device is provided with an image processing means 45 for generating, on the basis of image data, actual-solder-position information Pjh that is position information for a solder group including two or more solders on which an electronic component is mounted and an ideal-adhesive-inspection-standard information generation means 47 for generating ideal-adhesive-inspection-standard information Krs indicating a standard inspection position and/or standard inspection range for adhesive. The curing temperature of the adhesive is made to be higher than the melting temperature of the solder. Information based on the amount and direction of positional deviation between ideal-solder-position information Prh indicating the solder group position in design data or manufacturing data and the actual-solder-position information Pjh is output to a component mounter as mounting-position-adjustment information Cji. At least the adhesive is inspected using the ideal-adhesive-inspection-standard information Krs as a standard.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering

100.

PRINTED SOLDER INSPECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2017030143
Publication Number 2018/146838
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-23
Publication Date 2018-08-16
Owner CKD CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okuda Manabu
  • Ohyama Tsuyoshi
  • Sakaida Norihiko

Abstract

Provided is a printed solder inspection device that can appropriately evaluate the printed state of solder, on a substrate onto which an adhesive has been coated. Solder and a heat-curable adhesive are provided on the substrate. The printed solder inspection device is provided with the following: an image processing means 45 that generates, on the basis of image data, real-solder position information Pjh which is the position information of a solder group formed by at least two solder bumps by which an electronic component is mounted; and an ideal-solder inspection reference information generation means 46 that generates ideal-solder inspection reference information Krh which indicates the reference inspection position and/or the reference inspection range for solder bumps. Due to the rise and fall of the hardening temperature of the adhesive with respect to the melting temperature of the solder bumps, the inspection reference is switched to the ideal-solder inspection reference information Krh, or real-inspection reference information Kjh in which the ideal-solder inspection reference information Krh is offset by mounting position adjustment information Cji which is information based on a displacement amount and displacement direction of real-solder position information Pjh with respect to ideal-solder position information Prh.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
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