Published in Journal of Industrial Engineering and Robotics, Volume 7, Number 1
Written by TOMA Ştefan-Mădalin , TARBĂ Ioan-Cristian
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The development of an automated system for real-time inventorying of cutting tools in a workshop using image processing technology is proposed. When the tool is placed on the shelf by the operator, its position and weight are calculated based on data measured by a series of load cells arranged under the platform. The newly recorded positions are verified by a mobile camera with 2-axis translation driven by two stepper motors. The captured images of the cutting tools are analyzed by an image recognition algorithm that classifies them based on shape and size. This information is then stored in a central database, which can be quickly and easily accessed to check available stock and place new orders.

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