Patent ID: 6845340
Filing Date: 2005-01-18
Classification: B23Q,G05B

Abstract:
1. A method for managing machine tool data using a data matrix, the machine tool having a plurality of tools for performing machining operations on a workpiece, at least one sensor operatively connected to the machine tool for sensing a machine operation parameter and outputting signals related to the sensed parameter, and a controller configured to output signals related to the machining operations, the method comprising: performing a first set of machining operations on the workpiece; processing data from signals output from the at least one sensor and from the controller to define operation-specific data profiles; and applying an algorithm to at least two of the operation-specific data profiles to generate an operation-specific data line for each of the at least two operation-specific data profiles, thereby facilitating generation of an operation-specific data matrix, the operation-specific data lines having a time dependent length and representing a statistical value of the sensed parameter.