WPAN-BASED EXTERNAL OPERATIONAL CONTROL PANEL FOR BED-TYPE TURRET MILLING MACHINE IN THE STEEL INDUSTRY

Abstract

Wpan-based external operational control panel for bed-type turret milling machine in the steel industry comprises EOCPT_BTTMote (20), which uses wireless communication technology to enable on-site operators to toggle the operational status of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry using a custom keypad and display, is used for local control solutions, it is equipped with a Raspberry Pi PICO Board (23), an XBee RF Module (25), an XBee Base (24), a single channel relay (21), and a power supply (22) the EOCPR_BTTMote, which combines a custom keypad, display, and Internet connectivity with an ESP8266 wifi module, power supply, Raspberry Pi PICO Board, XBee RF Module, XBee Base, and display, is used for a comprehensive control interface that integrates local and remote functionalities, this enables authorized personnel and on-site operators to effectively monitor, manage, and control Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to wpan-based external operational control panel for bed-type turret milling machine in the steel industry.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This innovative technology serves as a versatile and efficient operational control panel for steel industry Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines. Via local and remote interfaces, it offers a seamless and integrated control experience for the milling machine. Instant control with a customized keypad and display is convenient for on-site personnel. Simultaneously, the milling machine may be remotely operated by authorized workers via an intuitive online interface that can be accessed via the Internet, providing flexibility and accessibility. The optimization of the milling process's total operating efficiency is achieved through the integration of wireless communication technology, which improves reliability and permits real-time control.
A major obstacle facing the steel industry is improving the operational control of Turret Milling Machines of the Bed Type. The flexibility and accessibility that conventional control panels usually lack are essential for efficient machine operation. Controllability and responsiveness are limited by the existing systems, which frequently need physical contact for operation. It is also difficult to supervise and alter milling operations remotely because to the lack of remote monitoring capabilities.
JP2007061937A: To provide a lathe which has two spindles opposed to each other on the same axis, and three turret tool posts across the axes, and carries out flat machining of a circumferential surface of a workpiece, wherein the lathe achieves machining of the workpiece with a complicated shape including machining of parallel flat surfaces of the circumferential surface of the workpiece and boring of parallel holes formed in the same. All the three turrets each have mounted thereon a drive unit for a rotary tool including a drill and an end mill, and an NC-controlled Y-axial moving structure. That is, the tow-spindle three-turret lathe which includes the two spindles opposed to each other on the same axis, the two turrets 16 arranged on a depth side of the axis, and the one turret 17 arranged on a lower front side of the axis, allows all the three turrets 16, 17 to move in an Y-axial direction under numerical control, and allows all the three turrets to have the rotation drive unit for the tool mounted on the same.
RESEARCH GAP: A Wireless Solution integrated WPAN and Cloud for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machine in the Steel Industry
KR102427733B1: The present invention is a tool rest body; a turret installed on the tool rest body and accommodating a plurality of tools; a driving unit installed on the tool rest body and providing rotational power to the turret; a rotating part installed on a part of the turret to rotate in the same manner as the turret, and to which an option part is coupled; and a fixing part installed on the tool rest body and clamped or unclamped with the rotating part by rotation of the rotating part to supply or block the pressure required for driving the option part; It relates to a turret tool rest of a machine tool comprising.
RESEARCH GAP: A Wireless Solution integrated WPAN and Cloud for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machine in the Steel Industry

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.
This clever system works by combining cloud technology based on the Internet of Things for distant access and XBee-based WPAN RF connection for local control. Authorized users can remotely monitor and control the milling machine via an online dashboard, while local operators can conveniently operate the machine on-site using a customized keypad and display. The flexibility and accessibility provided by this dual-mode control system optimize the supervision and operation of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel sector. The EOCPT_BTTMote and EOCPR_BTTMote are the two primary components of the innovation. As a local control mechanism for the milling machine, EOCPT_BTTMote makes use of a Raspberry Pi PICO Board, XBee RF Module, XBee Base, Single Channel Relay, and Power Supply.

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.
This clever system works by combining cloud technology based on the Internet of Things for distant access and XBee-based WPAN RF connection for local control. Authorized users can remotely monitor and control the milling machine via an online dashboard, while local operators can conveniently operate the machine on-site using a customized keypad and display. The flexibility and accessibility provided by this dual-mode control system optimize the supervision and operation of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel sector. The EOCPT_BTTMote and EOCPR_BTTMote are the two primary components of the innovation. As a local control mechanism for the milling machine, EOCPT_BTTMote makes use of a Raspberry Pi PICO Board, XBee RF Module, XBee Base, Single Channel Relay, and Power Supply.
The milling machine and control panel may communicate with each other thanks to the Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) established by the XBee RF Module. By enabling on and off commands, the control panel can switch the machine's operational condition thanks to the Single Channel Relay. However, the EOCPR_BTTMote is a more complete part that includes an ESP8266 WiFi Module, a Raspberry Pi PICO Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Base, a Display, a Custom Keypad, and a Power Supply. This component allows for remote operation in addition to supporting local control. The local user interface is improved and becomes more dynamic and user-friendly with the addition of a display and personalized keypad. The milling machine may be remotely controlled by authorized people thanks to the ESP8266 Wifi Module, which provides Internet access.

BEST METHOD OF WORKING
The EOCPT_BTTMote, which uses wireless communication technology to enable on-site operators to toggle the operational status of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry using a custom keypad and display, is used for local control solutions. It is equipped with a Raspberry Pi PICO Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Base, a single channel relay, and a power supply.
The EOCPR_BTTMote, which combines a custom keypad, display, and Internet connectivity with an ESP8266 wifi module, power supply, Raspberry Pi PICO Board, XBee RF Module, XBee Base, and display, is used for a comprehensive control interface that integrates local and remote functionalities. This enables authorized personnel and on-site operators to effectively monitor, manage, and control Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry.
The Raspberry Pi PICO Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, serves as a flexible microcontroller platform that makes it easier for the operational control panel system for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry to integrate, control, and communicate.
The operational control panel system for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry uses the XBee RF Module, which is also included in both motes, to establish a Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) communication. This enables dependable wireless connectivity for local and remote control functionalities.
The Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry can have their operational status changed by the control panel using the Single Channel Relay connected to EOCPT_BTTMote. This allows for smooth on and off commands through wireless communication in the operational control panel system.
The Custom Keypad, which is linked to the EOCPR_BTTMote, serves as a local input interface. It improves user experience and efficiency by allowing on-site operators to communicate with and operate Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry via the operational control panel system.
The Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry can be remotely monitored and controlled through the operational control panel system thanks to the ESP8266 WiFi Module interfaced on EOCPR_BTTMote. This improves accessibility and gives authorized personnel the ability to operate the machines from a distance.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. Using wireless communication technology, the EOCPT_BTTMote functions as a local control module that gives on-site operators the ability to oversee the operational status of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry. Custom keypad and display are used to do this.
2. With its bespoke keypad, display, and Internet connectivity, the EOCPR_BTTMote serves as an all-inclusive control interface that smoothly integrates local and distant functionalities. This makes it possible for authorized individuals and on-site operators to efficiently oversee, manage, and operate Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel sector.
3. Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) connectivity is established in large part by the XBee RF Module. Within the operational control panel system intended for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel sector, it guarantees dependable wireless connectivity for both local and distant control functionalities.
4. The Single Channel Relay is an essential part that allows the control panel to switch between the Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry's operative and inactive states. With wireless connection in the operational control panel system, this functionality enables smooth on and off orders.
5. The Custom Keypad serves as an easy-to-use local input interface that enables on-site operators to use the operational control panel system to communicate with and operate Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel sector. Both operational efficiency and user experience are improved by this.
6. Through the operational control panel system, the ESP8266 Wifi Module enables Internet access, allowing remote monitoring and control of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry. This improves accessibility and gives authorized staff remote control capabilities over the machines.
, Claims:1. A Wpan-based external operational control panel for bed-type turret milling machine in the steel industry comprises EOCPT_BTTMote (20), which uses wireless communication technology to enable on-site operators to toggle the operational status of Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry using a custom keypad and display, is used for local control solutions, it is equipped with a Raspberry Pi PICO Board (23), an XBee RF Module (25), an XBee Base (24), a single channel relay (21), and a power supply (22).
2. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the EOCPR_BTTMote, which combines a custom keypad, display, and Internet connectivity with an ESP8266 wifi module, power supply, Raspberry Pi PICO Board, XBee RF Module, XBee Base, and display, is used for a comprehensive control interface that integrates local and remote functionalities, this enables authorized personnel and on-site operators to effectively monitor, manage, and control Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry.
3. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Raspberry Pi PICO Board, which is integrated into both of the motes, serves as a flexible microcontroller platform that makes it easier for the operational control panel system for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry to integrate, control, and communicate.
4. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the operational control panel system for Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry uses the XBee RF Module, which is also included in both motes, to establish a Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) communication, this enables dependable wireless connectivity for local and remote-control functionalities.
5. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry can have their operational status changed by the control panel using the Single Channel Relay connected to EOCPT_BTTMote, this allows for smooth on and off commands through wireless communication in the operational control panel system.
6. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Custom Keypad, which is linked to the EOCPR_BTTMote, serves as a local input interface, it improves user experience and efficiency by allowing on-site operators to communicate with and operate Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry via the operational control panel system.
7. The panel as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Bed-Type Turret Milling Machines in the steel industry is remotely monitored and controlled through the operational control panel system thanks to the ESP8266 WiFi Module interfaced on EOCPR_BTTMote, this improves accessibility and gives authorized personnel the ability to operate the machines from a distance.

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