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Machine system using infrared telemetering

  • US 4,545,106 A
  • Filed: 09/03/1982
  • Issued: 10/08/1985
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/30/1981
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. In an automated machining system having a movable workpiece holder for holding a workpiece during machining of the workpiece, the improvement comprising:

  • transducer means for detecting at least one given relative position between the workpiece and the workpiece holder, operative to generate an electrical signal in response to detection of said given position;

    transmitter means coupled to the transducer for selectively transmitting an infrared frequency light signal in response to the transducer signal, said transmitter being mounted for movement with the workpiece holder;

    remote receiver means for converting said infrared signal into an electrical signal; and

    means for coupling the signal from said receiver means to a device for controlling an operation on the workpiece.

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