HEALTH MONITORING OF CNC VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER WITH VERTICAL ORIENTATION UTILIZING SX1278 TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

A system of health monitoring of cnc vertical machining center with vertical orientation utilizing sx1278 technology comprises Atmega32 MCU (106g), SX1278 RF Module (104e), Metallic Temperature sensor (103d), Pressure sensor (102c), Vibration sensor (105f), and power supply (101b) installed makes the HMC_VMCVTMote (100a) the main data acquisition unit, it gathers data in real time from a variety of sensors mounted on CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, allowing for proactive performance analysis and health monitoring to maximize machine efficiency and reduce downtime the Atmega32 MCU, SX1278 RF Module, ESP32 Wifi Board, TFT display, and Power Supply equipped HMC_VMCVRMote serves as the interface and visualization tool, allowing operators to access real-time insights and make informed decisions to improve productivity and maintenance strategies, the data collected from CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation is monitored and analyzed remotely with this tool.

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Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to health monitoring of cnc vertical machining center with vertical orientation utilizing sx1278 technology.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This innovative technology adds real-time health monitoring and performance analysis capabilities to CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, revolutionizing the way these machines are managed. Vital characteristics like as vibration, pressure, and temperature are continuously monitored by means of a strategically positioned network of sensors within the machine. After that, a central processing unit receives this data wirelessly, providing operators with comprehensive information about the machine's operational state. Operators can efficiently monitor the health and performance of VMCs via local display interfaces and remote web dashboards. This allows for proactive maintenance and optimization strategies to increase productivity and decrease downtime in industrial settings.
The problem of effectively and proactively monitoring CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation is addressed by this innovation. Historically, it has been difficult to identify any problems at an early stage due to a lack of real-time data and remote monitoring capabilities. This condition frequently leads to unscheduled downtime, lower productivity, and higher maintenance costs.
MX2020007693A: The present invention relates to a multi-process machining center based on kinematics that generates degrees of freedom, performing five machining processes on a single platform. The knotting system is the core mechanical assembly thereof that has degrees of freedom, three rotational for three angular position movements, and one linear. Also, it possesses a mechanical control assembly, a worktable set fixed to the base platform, and a system of three linear actions X, Y, and Z (longitudinal, transversal, and vertical). Further, it includes delta support for the node system receiving the tool holders for internal and external cylindrical grinding process configurations, sharpening and turning operations and a motorized head to receive the clamping system in lathe configurations, internal cylindrical grinding, among others. Finally, it comprises a secondary spindle shaft for mounting abrasive wheels for internal and external cylindrical grinding operations mounted on clamp support (hous ing) attached to the delta support, controlling speed and motion in a computerized numerical control system.
RESEARCH GAP: Utilizing SX1278 Technology for monitoring CNC Vertical Machining Centers with Vertical Orientation is the novelty of the system.
CN217551737U: The utility model discloses a vertical and horizontal milling and turning combined machining center, which comprises a horizontal base, a vertical machine head, a horizontal machine head and a rotary table, wherein the horizontal base is horizontally arranged, a portal frame is fixed on the left side of the top of the horizontal base, and the vertical machine head is arranged on the right side wall of the top of the portal frame and is in sliding connection with the portal frame; the horizontal machine head is arranged on the right side of the top of the horizontal base and is in sliding connection with the horizontal base; the rotary table is arranged at the middle end of the top of the horizontal base and is in sliding connection with the horizontal base; the gantry machining, horizontal machining and turning integrated machine can realize one-time clamping, complete machining of various processes such as milling, turning, drilling, boring and tapping in multiple surfaces, greatly improves the machining efficiency and machining stability of workpieces, can simplify the machining processes of the workpieces, shortens the auxiliary time of workpiece clamping, greatly improves the machining productivity of customers and saves the production cost.
RESEARCH GAP: Utilizing SX1278 Technology for monitoring CNC Vertical Machining Centers with Vertical Orientation is the novelty of the system.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
The HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote are the two essential parts of the system. The HMC_VMCVTMote, which functions as the main data acquisition unit, has an Atmega32 MCU that acts as the central processor for gathering essential data from sensors that are positioned strategically throughout the VMC. These sensors, which include pressure, vibration, and metallic temperature sensors, continuously track important variables that indicate the condition and functionality of the machine. The incorporation of the SX1278 RF Module enables smooth wireless connectivity, allowing the mote to send data in real time to the HMC_VMCVRMote without requiring a lot of wiring. Furthermore, continuous functioning is guaranteed by a dedicated power supply, which is essential for ongoing monitoring in industrial settings. On the other hand, the hub for data visualization and the user interface is the HMC_VMCVRMote. The Atmega32 MCU and SX1278 RF Module it shares with its counterpart enable it to receive data sent by the HMC_VMCVTMote. What makes it unique, though, is how it integrates with an ESP32 WiFi Board to give the device internet access. Due to this connectivity, operators now have the ability to monitor and analyze the health and performance of the VMC from a distance using a customized online dashboard. A local interface for instant feedback is also provided by the TFT display.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a"," "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes" and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", "third", and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
The HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote are the two essential parts of the system. The HMC_VMCVTMote, which functions as the main data acquisition unit, has an Atmega32 MCU that acts as the central processor for gathering essential data from sensors that are positioned strategically throughout the VMC. These sensors, which include pressure, vibration, and metallic temperature sensors, continuously track important variables that indicate the condition and functionality of the machine. The incorporation of the SX1278 RF Module enables smooth wireless connectivity, allowing the mote to send data in real time to the HMC_VMCVRMote without requiring a lot of wiring. Furthermore, continuous functioning is guaranteed by a dedicated power supply, which is essential for ongoing monitoring in industrial settings. On the other hand, the hub for data visualization and the user interface is the HMC_VMCVRMote. The Atmega32 MCU and SX1278 RF Module it shares with its counterpart enable it to receive data sent by the HMC_VMCVTMote. What makes it unique, though, is how it integrates with an ESP32 WiFi Board to give the device internet access. Due to this connectivity, operators now have the ability to monitor and analyze the health and performance of the VMC from a distance using a customized online dashboard. A local interface for instant feedback is also provided by the TFT display.
This innovation has a powerful yet straightforward operational procedure. Data from the VMC's sensors is continuously gathered by the HMC_VMCVTMote and wirelessly transmitted to the HMC_VMCVRMote. The HMC_VMCVRMote uses its Atmega32 MCU's computer power to handle and analyze the data in real-time after it has been received. The information is then available to operators via two channels: a web dashboard that is connected to the internet for remote monitoring and analysis, and a local TFT display for instant feedback. By providing operators with the knowledge and abilities to proactively monitor the condition and functionality of CNC Vertical Machining Centers with Vertical Orientation, this all-encompassing strategy eventually improves industrial settings' productivity, efficiency, and machine uptime.
BEST METHOD OF WORKING
Having an Atmega32 MCU, SX1278 RF Module, Metallic Temperature sensor, Pressure sensor, Vibration sensor, and power supply installed makes the HMC_VMCVTMote the main data acquisition unit. It gathers data in real time from a variety of sensors mounted on CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, allowing for proactive performance analysis and health monitoring to maximize machine efficiency and reduce downtime.
The Atmega32 MCU, SX1278 RF Module, ESP32 Wifi Board, TFT display, and Power Supply equipped HMC_VMCVRMote serves as the interface and visualization tool, allowing operators to access real-time insights and make informed decisions to improve productivity and maintenance strategies. The data collected from CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation is monitored and analyzed remotely with this tool.
To enable seamless integration and effective operation within the health monitoring system for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Atmega32 MCU is integrated with the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote to provide processing capabilities for data acquisition, transmission, and visualization.
The SX1278 RF Module is integrated with the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote to enable wireless communication. This improves connectivity within the CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation health monitoring system and allows real-time data transmission between the monitoring units.
The Metallic Temperature sensor provides vital information for evaluating machine health and averting overheating-related problems by integrating with HMC_VMCVTMote to precisely monitor the temperature of crucial components inside CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation.
To monitor pressure changes within CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Pressure Sensor is integrated with HMC_VMCVTMote. This data is vital for identifying abnormalities and guaranteeing the best possible functioning of hydraulic systems or other pressurized components.
To detect and analyze vibrations in CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Vibration Sensor is integrated with HMC_VMCVTMote. This allows for the early detection of mechanical problems and preventive maintenance to avert probable machine breakdowns.
The HMC_VMCVRMote and ESP32 WiFi Board work together to offer internet connectivity, which allows for the monitoring of CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation and remote access to real-time data through a customized web dashboard. This improves operational visibility and makes proactive maintenance plans easier.
By integrating the TFT display with HMC_VMCVRMote, operators can view real-time data and machine status instantly through a local interface. This improves situational awareness and speeds up decision-making for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation.
The Power Supply plugs into the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote, offering dependable energy to support ongoing observation and communication for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation within the health monitoring system.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The main data acquisition device, the HMC_VMCVTMote, collects data in real time from a variety of sensors mounted on CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with vertical orientation. This makes it easier to do performance analysis and preventive health monitoring, which maximizes machine efficiency and reduces downtime.
2. The HMC_VMCVRMote supports remote monitoring and analysis of gathered data from CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation by serving as the interface and visualization tool. This improves productivity and maintenance plans by giving operators the ability to obtain real-time insights and make well-informed decisions.
3. The HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote both use the Atmega32 MCU to analyze data and provide various data visualization, transmission, and acquisition functions. This guarantees the smooth integration and effective functioning of CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation into the health monitoring system.
4. The SX1278 RF Module, which is used in the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote, enables wireless communication and real-time data transmission between monitoring units. This improves communication for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation within the health monitoring system.
5. To precisely track the temperature of vital components inside CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the HMC_VMCVTMote integrates the Metallic Temperature sensor. This gives vital information for evaluating the health of the machine and avoiding problems caused by overheating.
6. The Pressure Sensor, which is built into the HMC_VMCVTMote, keeps an eye on pressure fluctuations in CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation. This provides vital information for identifying irregularities and guaranteeing hydraulic systems' or other pressurized components' best possible operation.
7. The vibration sensor, which is a component of the HMC_VMCVTMote, is used to identify and examine vibrations in CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with vertical orientation. This makes it possible to detect mechanical problems early and to maintain machinery proactively to avoid future breakdowns.
8. The ESP32 WiFi Board is included inside the HMC_VMCVRMote to provide internet access. Through a customized online dashboard, this enables remote access to real-time data and monitoring of CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, improving operational visibility and supporting preventive maintenance plans.
9. The HMC_VMCVRMote integrates a TFT display to provide operators with a local interface for instantaneous visualization of machine status and real-time data. By doing this, one can improve situational awareness and make decisions about CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation more quickly.
, Claims:1. A system of health monitoring of cnc vertical machining center with vertical orientation utilizing sx1278 technology comprises Atmega32 MCU (106g), SX1278 RF Module (104e), Metallic Temperature sensor (103d), Pressure sensor (102c), Vibration sensor (105f), and power supply (101b) installed makes the HMC_VMCVTMote (100a) the main data acquisition unit, it gathers data in real time from a variety of sensors mounted on CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, allowing for proactive performance analysis and health monitoring to maximize machine efficiency and reduce downtime.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Atmega32 MCU, SX1278 RF Module, ESP32 Wifi Board, TFT display, and Power Supply equipped HMC_VMCVRMote serves as the interface and visualization tool, allowing operators to access real-time insights and make informed decisions to improve productivity and maintenance strategies, the data collected from CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation is monitored and analyzed remotely with this tool.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein to enable seamless integration and effective operation within the health monitoring system for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Atmega32 MCU is integrated with the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote to provide processing capabilities for data acquisition, transmission, and visualization.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the SX1278 RF Module is integrated with the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote to enable wireless communication, this improves connectivity within the CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation health monitoring system and allows real-time data transmission between the monitoring units.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Metallic Temperature sensor provides vital information for evaluating machine health and averting overheating-related problems by integrating with HMC_VMCVTMote to precisely monitor the temperature of crucial components inside CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein to monitor pressure changes within CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Pressure Sensor is integrated with HMC_VMCVTMote, this data is vital for identifying abnormalities and guaranteeing the best possible functioning of hydraulic systems or other pressurized components.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein to detect and analyze vibrations in CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation, the Vibration Sensor is integrated with HMC_VMCVTMote, this allows for the early detection of mechanical problems and preventive maintenance to avert probable machine breakdowns.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the HMC_VMCVRMote and ESP32 WiFi Board work together to offer internet connectivity, which allows for the monitoring of CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation and remote access to real-time data through a customized web dashboard, this improves operational visibility and makes proactive maintenance plans easier.
9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein by integrating the TFT display with HMC_VMCVRMote, operators can view real-time data and machine status instantly through a local interface, this improves situational awareness and speeds up decision-making for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation.
10. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Power Supply plugs into the HMC_VMCVTMote and the HMC_VMCVRMote, offering dependable energy to support ongoing observation and communication for CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) with Vertical Orientation within the health monitoring system.

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