TE Connectivity has been granted a patent for a cable detection system that uses an illumination device and a camera to detect different sections of a cable. The system emits parallel and diffuse light to sharpen boundaries and clarify surfaces, enhancing cable end detection. GlobalData’s report on TE Connectivity gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Cable detection system using illumination device and camera
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11966006B2) discloses a cable detection system designed to detect the end of a cable with multiple exposed sections. The system comprises an illumination device that emits both parallel and diffuse light to the cable end, along with a camera that captures an image of the cable end. The parallel light sharpens the boundary between different sections of the cable in the image, while the diffuse light clarifies the surface of the sections.
The patent further details the components and features of the cable detection system, including the arrangement of the light sources, the use of a diffuse reflection plate, and the adjustability of the illumination device to ensure optimal angles for detection. Additionally, the system includes a cable fixture for clamping and positioning the cable, as well as a camera mounting frame that allows for adjustable positioning of the camera. Various locking devices are incorporated into the camera mounting frame to secure the adjustments made to the camera's position, ensuring accurate and reliable cable detection. Overall, the patented system offers a comprehensive solution for efficiently detecting and analyzing cables with multiple exposed sections, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of cable inspection processes.
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