ABSTRACT
Abstract
Tool bodies, tools and machines for operating the tool include electronic circuits for providing data, collecting data, analyzing data and for controlling machines based on such data. Tool bodies and tools may include electronic circuits having data collecting sensors, which may be embedded in a housing with the electronic circuit and/or positioned outside of such a housing. Sensors include temperature sensors, motion sensors, strain sensors, moisture sensors, electrical resistance sensors, position sensors, antennas, and other components.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
This application is a National Stage of International Application No. PCT/US15/45584, filed Aug. 17, 2015, pending, and claims priority to Provisional Patent Applications Nos. 62/037,617 filed Aug. 15, 2014, and 62/112,178 filed Feb. 5, 2015, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.
FIELD
Machine tools are described having microchip packages with powered electronic circuits and sensors for sensing data relative to operation of the tool, where the sensors are embedded in the microchip packages and/or remote on the tool from the microchip packages. Machines and devices are also described that can receive data from the microchip packages and that can control operation of the tools based on such data.
SUMMARY
Tools, for example any powered tool, machines for operating tools, operators using such tools and machines, as well as the owners and/or lessors, of such tools and machines, as well as the original manufacturers of such tools and machines, can benefit from data stored on the tools, data collected during operation and use of tools, as well as information calculated from such data, either during use of the tools or over the lifetime of the tools. Data may be stored, collected and/or processed on one or more microchips, microprocessors, data storage devices and/or data communication devices. Such devices can be embedded in, attached to or positioned adjacent a tool. The tool can be a rotary tool, a reciprocating tool, a band tool, a linear tool, or the like. Machines include machines for operating such tools. Communication can occur by and between a tool, a machine, an operator, the contractor, and employer of an operator or contractor, an owner of the tool, an owner of the machine, and/or an original manufacturer of the tool or the machine.
Exemplary tools include concrete cutting blades, grinders, including grinders and grooving tools, grinding wheels, core drills, wood cutting blades, wafer cutting blades, stone blades, guide bars for chainsaws, machine tools, and other tools for similar work. Such tools can be monolithic, but are commonly assemblies of a core and working elements. The tools can include replaceable components, or may be disposable.
These and other examples are set forth more fully below in conjunction with drawings, a brief description of which follows.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIG. 1 is a plan view of a tool with a data component and partial schematic representing information that can be stored, saved or recorded on the data component.
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of an additional example of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 3A is a schematic block diagram of a tool and a machine for driving a tool.
FIG. 3B is a side elevation view of a machine for operating a tool such as a concrete saw.
FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of a further example of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 5 is a schematic representation of functions that can be achieved using apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 6 is a schematic representation of characteristics of an exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 7 is a schematic representation of characteristics of a further exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 8 is a schematic representation of characteristics of another exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, including grinding and grooving tools and machines.
FIG. 9 is a schematic representation of design and installation considerations for data components when used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 10 is a schematic representation of combinations and permutations of tools, data components, machines, other equipment and communications examples between and among them, including as described herein.
FIG. 11 is a schematic representation of exemplary configurations of data components for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 12 is a plan view of an exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 13 is a plan view of a further exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 14 is a plan view and partial schematic of a further exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 15 is a plan view and partial schematic of an exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein depicting 2 states of operation.
FIG. 16 is an isometric view and partial schematic of an exemplary data component for use with the apparatus and methods described herein, depicting a plurality of embedded components and a plurality of external components.
FIG. 17 is a detailed plan view and partial schematic of a plurality of the external components of FIG. 16 .
FIG. 18 is an upper isometric and partial cut away and exploded view of an exemplary tool with an exemplary data component having external components, including an electrical resistance ring.
FIGS. 19A-D are schematic representations of possible data components and possible contents of one or more data components for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 20 is a schematic representation of possible contents of one or more data components for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 21 is a plan view and a partial isometric view of a tool and a data component in the exploded and un-exploded form.
FIG. 22 includes a plan view and a side elevation view of an exemplary tool and data component and schematically illustrating communication of data to and/or from the data component.
FIG. 23 is an isometric and partial cutaway view of an exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 24 is an isometric and partial cutaway view of a further exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 25 includes a partial isometric view and a plan view of a further exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 26 is a partial isometric view of part of a tool component and an exemplary data component that can be used there with for forming a tool and data component combination.
FIG. 27 includes a partial isometric view and a plan view of a tool and data component for use there with, for example a grooving or grinding core, and a plan view of an assembly of a grooving or grinding apparatus including a plurality of grooving or grinding cores.
FIG. 28 includes an upper isometric view of a tool and exemplary data components for use there with, in the present example a core bit, and an upper isometric view of a splash plate, drive hub and data component.
FIG. 29 includes an upper isometric view of a tool and an exemplary data component, along with plan views of possible data components that can be used with such a tool, in the present example a chain guide bar.
FIG. 30 includes a partial isometric view of a tool assembly and a plurality of data components, a plan view of such a tool in a first configuration, a plan view of such a tool in a second configuration, and a plan view of a removable component of such a tool, along with plan views of possible data components for use with such a tool.
FIG. 31 includes plan views of an exemplary tool and data component for use there with, including a plan view and partial cutaway of a data component that can be used with one or more tools described herein, including details views of a component of the data component in the form of a centrifugal switch in a plurality of configurations.
FIG. 32 is a schematic representation of uses and benefits of one or more data components for use with tools such as those described herein.
FIG. 33 includes a plan view of an exemplary tool and data component for use there with and a detailed plan view of a partial cutaway of the data component having an exemplary configuration.
FIG. 34 includes a partial isometric view of a data component in the form of a data sensor, for example a moisture sensor, a detail plan view of such a motion sensor and plan views of exemplary data components on which such a data sensor can be included.
FIG. 35 includes a schematic isometric view of a data sensor, in the form of an accelerometer, and a schematic representation of possible responses of such an accelerometer, and exemplary data components on which an accelerometer can be used, for example with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 36 is a schematic representation of a plurality of functions, any one or more of which can be incorporated into a data component, and plan views of exemplary data components that can include such functionalities, and can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 37 is a schematic representation of a functionality of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 38 is a schematic representation of functionalities of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 39 is a schematic representation of a further functionality of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionality.
FIG. 40 includes schematic representations of functionalities and results that can be achieved with data components having one or more characteristics as described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components.
FIG. 41 is a plan view of part of a data collection component, in the present example a strain/fatigue gauge or sensor, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components at least one of which can include such a sensor.
FIG. 42 includes schematic representations of functionalities and information that can be derived with such functionalities incorporated into data components as described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components which can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 43 is a schematic representation of possible operating characteristics of a data component such as those described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate one or more of such possible operating characteristics.
FIG. 44 is a schematic representation of parameters and data collection that can be monitored using data components such as those described herein in conjunction with apparatus and methods described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate monitoring of such parameters and data collection.
FIG. 45 shows a plan view of a part of a data collection device in the form of a temperature sensor, for example a thermocouple, and including a schematic representation of data that can be collected, stored and made accessible using such a data collection device and a data component such as those described herein.
FIG. 46 is a schematic representation of a data component such as one or more of those described herein for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 47 is a schematic representation of an additional functionality of one or more of the data components described herein, for example a clock or timing function, and also illustrating plan views of data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein and that can incorporate such additional functionality.
FIG. 48 is a schematic representation of a further additional functionality of one or more of the data components described herein, for example a positioning system, that can be incorporated into one or more data components described herein, and that can be used with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 49 is a schematic representation of functionality that can be incorporated into one or more data components and apparatus and methods such as those described herein, along with plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 50 is a schematic representation of functionality that can be incorporated into one or more data components and apparatus and methods such as those described herein, for example automated tool control, along with plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such f
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
This application is a National Stage of International Application No. PCT/US15/45584, filed Aug. 17, 2015, pending, and claims priority to Provisional Patent Applications Nos. 62/037,617 filed Aug. 15, 2014, and 62/112,178 filed Feb. 5, 2015, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.
FIELD
Machine tools are described having microchip packages with powered electronic circuits and sensors for sensing data relative to operation of the tool, where the sensors are embedded in the microchip packages and/or remote on the tool from the microchip packages. Machines and devices are also described that can receive data from the microchip packages and that can control operation of the tools based on such data.
SUMMARY
Tools, for example any powered tool, machines for operating tools, operators using such tools and machines, as well as the owners and/or lessors, of such tools and machines, as well as the original manufacturers of such tools and machines, can benefit from data stored on the tools, data collected during operation and use of tools, as well as information calculated from such data, either during use of the tools or over the lifetime of the tools. Data may be stored, collected and/or processed on one or more microchips, microprocessors, data storage devices and/or data communication devices. Such devices can be embedded in, attached to or positioned adjacent a tool. The tool can be a rotary tool, a reciprocating tool, a band tool, a linear tool, or the like. Machines include machines for operating such tools. Communication can occur by and between a tool, a machine, an operator, the contractor, and employer of an operator or contractor, an owner of the tool, an owner of the machine, and/or an original manufacturer of the tool or the machine.
Exemplary tools include concrete cutting blades, grinders, including grinders and grooving tools, grinding wheels, core drills, wood cutting blades, wafer cutting blades, stone blades, guide bars for chainsaws, machine tools, and other tools for similar work. Such tools can be monolithic, but are commonly assemblies of a core and working elements. The tools can include replaceable components, or may be disposable.
These and other examples are set forth more fully below in conjunction with drawings, a brief description of which follows.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIG. 1 is a plan view of a tool with a data component and partial schematic representing information that can be stored, saved or recorded on the data component.
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of an additional example of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 3A is a schematic block diagram of a tool and a machine for driving a tool.
FIG. 3B is a side elevation view of a machine for operating a tool such as a concrete saw.
FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of a further example of possible communication paths for apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 5 is a schematic representation of functions that can be achieved using apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 6 is a schematic representation of characteristics of an exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 7 is a schematic representation of characteristics of a further exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 8 is a schematic representation of characteristics of another exemplary data component that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, including grinding and grooving tools and machines.
FIG. 9 is a schematic representation of design and installation considerations for data components when used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 10 is a schematic representation of combinations and permutations of tools, data components, machines, other equipment and communications examples between and among them, including as described herein.
FIG. 11 is a schematic representation of exemplary configurations of data components for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 12 is a plan view of an exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 13 is a plan view of a further exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 14 is a plan view and partial schematic of a further exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 15 is a plan view and partial schematic of an exemplary data component for use with apparatus and methods described herein depicting 2 states of operation.
FIG. 16 is an isometric view and partial schematic of an exemplary data component for use with the apparatus and methods described herein, depicting a plurality of embedded components and a plurality of external components.
FIG. 17 is a detailed plan view and partial schematic of a plurality of the external components of FIG. 16 .
FIG. 18 is an upper isometric and partial cut away and exploded view of an exemplary tool with an exemplary data component having external components, including an electrical resistance ring.
FIGS. 19A-D are schematic representations of possible data components and possible contents of one or more data components for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 20 is a schematic representation of possible contents of one or more data components for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 21 is a plan view and a partial isometric view of a tool and a data component in the exploded and un-exploded form.
FIG. 22 includes a plan view and a side elevation view of an exemplary tool and data component and schematically illustrating communication of data to and/or from the data component.
FIG. 23 is an isometric and partial cutaway view of an exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 24 is an isometric and partial cutaway view of a further exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 25 includes a partial isometric view and a plan view of a further exemplary tool and data component, including possible examples of data components that can be used with such a tool.
FIG. 26 is a partial isometric view of part of a tool component and an exemplary data component that can be used there with for forming a tool and data component combination.
FIG. 27 includes a partial isometric view and a plan view of a tool and data component for use there with, for example a grooving or grinding core, and a plan view of an assembly of a grooving or grinding apparatus including a plurality of grooving or grinding cores.
FIG. 28 includes an upper isometric view of a tool and exemplary data components for use there with, in the present example a core bit, and an upper isometric view of a splash plate, drive hub and data component.
FIG. 29 includes an upper isometric view of a tool and an exemplary data component, along with plan views of possible data components that can be used with such a tool, in the present example a chain guide bar.
FIG. 30 includes a partial isometric view of a tool assembly and a plurality of data components, a plan view of such a tool in a first configuration, a plan view of such a tool in a second configuration, and a plan view of a removable component of such a tool, along with plan views of possible data components for use with such a tool.
FIG. 31 includes plan views of an exemplary tool and data component for use there with, including a plan view and partial cutaway of a data component that can be used with one or more tools described herein, including details views of a component of the data component in the form of a centrifugal switch in a plurality of configurations.
FIG. 32 is a schematic representation of uses and benefits of one or more data components for use with tools such as those described herein.
FIG. 33 includes a plan view of an exemplary tool and data component for use there with and a detailed plan view of a partial cutaway of the data component having an exemplary configuration.
FIG. 34 includes a partial isometric view of a data component in the form of a data sensor, for example a moisture sensor, a detail plan view of such a motion sensor and plan views of exemplary data components on which such a data sensor can be included.
FIG. 35 includes a schematic isometric view of a data sensor, in the form of an accelerometer, and a schematic representation of possible responses of such an accelerometer, and exemplary data components on which an accelerometer can be used, for example with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 36 is a schematic representation of a plurality of functions, any one or more of which can be incorporated into a data component, and plan views of exemplary data components that can include such functionalities, and can be used with apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 37 is a schematic representation of a functionality of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 38 is a schematic representation of functionalities of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 39 is a schematic representation of a further functionality of one or more data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionality.
FIG. 40 includes schematic representations of functionalities and results that can be achieved with data components having one or more characteristics as described herein, and also including plan views of exemplary data components.
FIG. 41 is a plan view of part of a data collection component, in the present example a strain/fatigue gauge or sensor, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components at least one of which can include such a sensor.
FIG. 42 includes schematic representations of functionalities and information that can be derived with such functionalities incorporated into data components as described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components which can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 43 is a schematic representation of possible operating characteristics of a data component such as those described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate one or more of such possible operating characteristics.
FIG. 44 is a schematic representation of parameters and data collection that can be monitored using data components such as those described herein in conjunction with apparatus and methods described herein, and also showing plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate monitoring of such parameters and data collection.
FIG. 45 shows a plan view of a part of a data collection device in the form of a temperature sensor, for example a thermocouple, and including a schematic representation of data that can be collected, stored and made accessible using such a data collection device and a data component such as those described herein.
FIG. 46 is a schematic representation of a data component such as one or more of those described herein for use with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 47 is a schematic representation of an additional functionality of one or more of the data components described herein, for example a clock or timing function, and also illustrating plan views of data components that can be used with apparatus and methods described herein and that can incorporate such additional functionality.
FIG. 48 is a schematic representation of a further additional functionality of one or more of the data components described herein, for example a positioning system, that can be incorporated into one or more data components described herein, and that can be used with the apparatus and methods described herein.
FIG. 49 is a schematic representation of functionality that can be incorporated into one or more data components and apparatus and methods such as those described herein, along with plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 50 is a schematic representation of functionality that can be incorporated into one or more data components and apparatus and methods such as those described herein, for example automated tool control, along with plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 51 is a schematic representation of a functionality such as that described with respect to FIG. 50 .
FIG. 52 is a schematic representation of an additional functionality that can be incorporated into one or more data components and apparatus and methods such as those described herein, for example usage monitoring and costing, along with plan views of exemplary data components that can incorporate such functionalities.
FIG. 53 includes a plan view and a detailed isometric view of an exemplary tool and a schematic representation of a functionality and component that can be incorporated into such a tool, along with a plan view of a data component that can be incorporated into a tool such as those described herein, incorporating in the present example a peripheral LED.
FIG. 54 is a schematic representation of possible antenna characteristics, and plan views of data components that can incorporate such possible antenna characteristics for use with apparatus and methods as described herein.
FIG. 55 is an isometric and partial cutaway view of a tool and exemplary data components for use there with.
FIG. 56 is a detail and partial cross section of part of the tool of FIG. 55 showing a microchip package and installation configuration in a tool.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
This specification taken in conjunction with the drawings sets forth examples of apparatus and methods incorporating one or more aspects of the present inventions in such a manner that any person skilled in the art can make and use the inventions. The examples provide the best modes contemplated for carrying out the inventions, although it should be understood that various modifications can be accomplished within the parameters of the present inventions.
Examples of tools and of methods of making and using the tools are described. Depending on what feature or features are incorporated in a given structure or a given method, benefits can be achieved in the structure or the method. Additionally, some cutting tool configurations may also benefit from lower-cost and reduced wear. As used herein, âtoolâ is used interchangeably to refer to an apparatus or assembly used for operating on a workpiece both before and after working surfaces, such as cutting segments, cutting tips, cutting chain or other wearing components are attached to a tool body to form the final working tool. The illustrations herein are of tool bodies before the wearing components are attached, but it is understood that âtoolâ includes the apparatus or assembly both before and after appropriate wearing components are attached to the tool body. âTool bodyâ refers to the apparatus or assembly to which the wearing components are attached to allow the tool body to be used as a tool on a machine for working on a workpiece.
In tools similar to circular saw blade configurations, one or more aspects of the examples described may allow longer life, possibly higher operating speeds and improved tool performance. In high-speed applications, such as may occur in a number of circular saw blade configurations, benefits such as longer life, possibly higher operating speeds and improved performance may be more pronounced, relative to the lower-speed applications.
Improvements are also provided to components with which the tools may be used. For example, machines may operate more efficiently. Additionally, machine operation may be more closely tied to the operating tool, for example so that the tool is not operated outside of its intended ranges or applications. If desired, machine data and tool data can be recorded and processed in real-time or later for information, as desired.
These and other benefits will become more apparent with consideration of the description of the examples herein. However, it should be understood that not all of the benefits or features discussed with respect to a particular example must be incorporated into a tool, component or method in order to achieve one or more benefits contemplated by these examples. Additionally, it should be understood that features of the examples can be incorporated into a tool, component or method to achieve some measure of a given benefit even though the benefit may not be optimal compared to other possible configurations. For example, one or more benefits may not be optimized for a given configuration in order to achieve cost reductions, efficiencies or for other reasons known to the person settling on a particular product configuration or method.
Examples of a number of tool configurations and of methods of making and using the tools are described herein, and some have particular benefits in being used together. However, even though these apparatus and methods are considered together at this point, there is no requirement that they be combined, used together, or that one component or method be used with any other component or method, or combination. Additionally, it will be understood that a given component or method could be combined with other structures or methods not expressly discussed herein while still achieving desirable results.
Saw blades, drills, and guide bars are used as examples of tools that can incorporate one or more of the features and derive some of the benefits described herein, and in particular concrete cutting tools. With concrete saw blades, they often operate at elevated speeds, are cooled with water, experience significant loading from a number of sources, and are used for a number of applications. Tools other than these and their equipment can benefit from one or more of the present inventions.
It should be understood that terminology used for orientation, such as front, rear, side, left and right, upper and lower, and the like, are used herein merely for ease of understanding and reference, and are not used as exclusive terms for the structures being described and illustrated.
FIG. 1 shows a tool body in the form of rotary cutting blade core 100 with a microchip package 102 , and in the present example representing a read-only memory microchip contained in an appropriate housing (though it is understood that the blade 100 can include any one or more of the microchip packages described herein). The data could include as much or as little original manufacturing data as desired, but may include a unique identification number, lot number, manufacturing date, model number, revision number, part number, serial number, material types and characteristics, material manufacturer or supplier, tool characteristics such as geometry, dimensions, and tolerances, usage information and/or restrictions, machine characteristics with which the tool is to be used, including for example but not by limitation, operating parameters, machine sizes, and the like. The microchip package can be attached to or formed integral with the tool. The microchip package can be attached for example by adhesive or other fastening means. The microchip package can be formed integral with the tool such as by being part of a laminate in a laminar assembly, or embedded in an opening or recess in the tool.
FIG. 2 shows an example of one form of interaction between one form of a microchip 200 , identified as âIntelimoduleâ in the FIGS., in which a tool 202 having a microchip package (including but not limited to any one or more of Type 1, 2 or 3) and/or an operator 204 having a suitable device can obtain information from the microchip package on the tool, and the tool can operate according to the information on the microchip package, for example at defined speeds, defined durations, defined operating profiles and the like, or not at all if the tool is not being used for the intended purpose. It is an example of communication between a tool or tools, machine or machines and an operator or other user/entity. It may include remote monitoring as well as data acquisition from various sensors, for example on a tool and/or on a machine. The operator can use the information to properly apply and use the tool, or not if the tool is incorrect for the application. In one configuration, the Intelimodule microchip can control a machine ( FIG. 3 ) or provide information for other uses. Where the microchip 200 has read/write capabilities, which the Intelimodule microchip has as described herein, the microchip 200 can receive information from the tool 202 typically having, though it need not have, its own microchip (including but not limited to any of the
Types
1, 2 or 3 described herein) containing, for example operating characteristics such as speed, duration, temperature, and/or any other characteristics common or desirable with a particular tool, particularly with the capabilities now made available with the present configurations. Such information can come from other microchip packages on or associated with the tool (for example one or more tools in close proximity that, for example, may be undergoing the same or similar operations and therefore experiencing the same or similar conditions), or from sensors or other devices capable of providing information to the microchip 200 . A read/ write microchip 200 can be used by an operator not only in the same way as a read-only microchip package, but also for entering identifying information for example of a project, such as start and ending times, operating characteristics, environmental characteristics, anomalies, and the like. The information can be communicated to the microchip 200 and/or the tool 202 for recording, and for future analysis if desired.
FIG. 3 shows the same capabilities for the structures, functions and results represented in FIG. 2 , but also adds an additional factor of a machine 300 with which the tool 202 can be used. Additionally, in a situation where an operator 204 would not be able to communicate directly with the microchip package 202 , FIG. 3 represents the possibility of the operator obtaining information from the microchip package on the tool 202 by way of the machine. Where the microchip package on the tool 202 is read-only, the machine can obtain any or all of the data available on the microchip package, and transmit and/or use the information for operating the machine and the tool. Where the microchip package on the tool is read/write, the machine can send information to the microchip package, including machine identifying information, operating characteristics such as speed, duration, temperature and/or any other characteristics, or desirable with the operation of the machine, particularly with the capabilities now made available with the present configurations. Data stored on the tool can be used for later analysis and action, but it is also possible that the same data can be transmitted and stored on the machine, on the microchip 200 , or elsewhere for recording and/or analysis.
An example of a machine for driving a tool can be any number of machines suitable for driving a selected tool ( FIG. 3A ). The machine can be a saw for driving a cutting blade, such as a wood saw, concrete saw (including but not limited to flat saw, floor saw, wall saw, handheld saw, green concrete saw), tile and masonry saw, or the like, a groover and grinder, a chainsaw, a drill, surface preparation machine such as a motorized trowel, a wire saw and demolition equipment. In the illustrated example, a generic machine 320 includes a motor 322 for driving a tool 324 through a drive 326 . Positioning of the tool relative to a workpiece 328 can be carried out through the drive mechanism 326 , or by changing a support 330 for the machine supported on a support frame 332 , or both. Positioning of the tool may include any existing functions for the particular tool, and for cutting blades, groovers and grinders, drill tubes, chainsaws, drill bits, threaded tubes, early entry machines, tile and masonry saws, and similar may include depth of cut and feed rate, and the drive 326 can also set/change the tool speed. For such tools as surface preparation machines, wire saws, and remote demolition equipment, positioning may be conventional positioning techniques, and may include appropriate movement of the drive element and/or the support structure. The drive 326 for surface preparation machines, wire saws, and remote demolition equipment may be used for setting/adjusting the tool speed.
A combination of a machine and a tool is also illustrated in FIG. 3A , in which the tool 324 is illustrated as a circular tool such as a cutting blade, grinder, groover, or the like, but it is understood that the tool can take any number of configurations for working on the workpiece 328 . In any of the tools described herein, the tool can include a microchip package 334 , where the microchip package is any of the microchip packages described herein, including those illustrated and described in conjunction with FIGS. 1-54 , and including for example but not by way of limitation either Type 1, Type 2 or Type 3, and the tool can also include multiple microchips, either identical to each other or different.
The machine 320 can, but need not, include a microchip package 336 . The microchip package 336 can be any of the microchip packages described herein, including the microchip packages illustrated and described with respect to FIGS. 1-54 . In another example, the microchip package 336 is a microchip package with communications capability, and it can also have other capabilities similar or additional to the functions of the tool microchip package 334 . The microchip package 336 can communicate data to and from the microchip package 334 . The microchip package 336 can also communicate data (including the data from the microchip package 334 ) to and from an external device, including but not limited to a cell phone or other portable communications device, either dedicated or general. It can also communicate to and from a contractors truck or other facility within range having communications and possibly computing capability, for example for storing, processing or retransmitting the information. The microchip package 336 can also communicate data to and from a repeater antenna and then to a processing system such as a computer, or the like. The microchip package 336 can also be an Intelimodule or comparable, as described herein, for example having functionality to allow or lockout operation of the machine, control and adjust tool position and tool speed, collect and/or analyze data, for example from the tool, from a user, or other external source, for example for the functions described with respect to FIGS. 5 and 46 , receive, process and record positioning data, as well as other functions. The microchip package 336 can be placed at any usable location on the machine, such as on the motor 322 , the support element 330 or the support frame 332 , or on other components of the machine supported by the support frame. The microchip package 336 is preferably positioned sufficiently close to the tool to be able to accurately communicate with the microchip package 334 .
One example of a machine for operating a tool is a concrete saw 340 ( FIG. 3B ). The machine includes a powering element, in the present example a motor 342 , a drive assembly 344 and a working tool in the form of the saw blade 346 , the motor, drive assembly and tool being supported on a frame combination 348 .
The motor 342 can take a number of configurations. In one configuration, the motor is an internal combustion engine, and in other configurations, the motor can be a hydraulic motor or an electric, air or other motor to drive the tool and in some examples to also to move or advance/return the machine, for example toward or along a workpiece, such as wood, a concrete slab, wall, floor, or other form of the workpiece.
The tool can also take a number of configurations. It can include saw blades, drilling or coring elements, grinding elements, machining elements, chain and guide bar, wire saw, tile and masonry saw, grooving and grinding machines, or other operating tools including those described herein. In the example illustrated in FIG. 3B , the tool is a concrete cutting blade 346 .
The drive assembly 344 also takes a number of configurations. The configuration of the drive assembly may depend on the type of motor, the type of tool, or the configuration of the frame or other support for the working tool assembly. The drive assembly will typically include in the present examples the components in the drive train from the motor output to the tool, and include the components driven by the motor output in order for the tool to work on whatever work piece is being operated on. In the present concrete saw example, the drive train does not include any components used to move the saw along a concrete surface. In a concrete saw, the drive assembly 344 includes a drive belt, tensioning element and blade drive shaft 350 with a pulley 352 , but can take any number of other forms and combinations to transfer drive for motive force from the motor to the work tool.
The frame combination 348 has a number of configurations, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that movable machines with which various parts of the present examples can be used are also numerous. In the example, the frame combination includes a first frame element 354 , in this example an upper frame portion that supports the motor 342 . The first frame element 354 may be considered an engine platform for the motor 342 . The engine platform 354 in the present examples supports the motor 342 , the drive assembly 344 and the tool 346 . The engine platform 354 can have a number of shapes and sizes, and the configuration of the engine platform is preferably such as to reliably support the motor 342 , the drive assembly 344 and the tool 346 during normal operation over the lifetime of the saw.
In the example of the saw 340 , the saw is supported on a work surface (not shown) by travel devices, for example in the present saw by first wheels 356 , and when the saw blade is up, by second wheels 358 . The saw can be maneuvered manually by a handle assembly 360 , including an adjustable handle 362 . The handle may support a console 364 having various controls for controlling the saw, which may be mechanical or electronic/electromechanical. Controls may include controls for on/off functions, blade speed, depth of cut, feed rate, coolant or fluid flow rate, as well as other controls. It is noted that the particular configuration of saw 340 in FIG. 3 B does not include a drive mechanism for the wheels, but could be configured for such, and other machines include such functionality. The console 364 may also include user interfaces such as gauges, data readouts, or the like.
The exemplary saw 340 also includes a height adjustment mechanism 366 for adjusting the height of the blade 346 , and therefore the depth of cut, and also for lifting and lowering the blade. The height adjustment mechanism 366 in the illustrated example includes a handle 368 for manually raising and lowering the blade. In other configurations, the height adjustment mechanism can be electromechanical, and can be controlled by a controller, for example a controller on a microchip package 336 . In the present example, the height adjustment mechanism 336 raises and lowers the first frame element 354 relative to the handle assembly and the wheels.
The exemplary saw 340 also includes a travel guide 370 which can be used to help guide the travel of the saw relative to a desired line or other reference. In the illustrated example, the travel guide 370 is a visual aid for the operator. In other examples, the travel guide 370 can have one or more sensors or other feedback components for providing data to a microchip package 336 . The data can be used to start or stop the blade, change the depth of cut, or change the direction of travel of the saw, for example where the wheels are driven by a drive component that can be controlled by the microchip package 336 . Alternatively or additionally, the travel guide 370 and sensors thereon can be used to provide feedback to the operator, for example a graphic that can indicate to the operator required adjustments.
Machines operating tools often include shields or guards adjacent or over the operating tool. Positioning, orientation or movement of such shields or guards can be set automatically based on movement of the machine, for example mechanically or electromechanically. In the present example, the saw includes a blade guard 372 for extending over and covering part of the blade 346 . The blade guard can include a microchip package mounted thereon (not shown), of any of the types described herein, including one that may have the structure and function of an Intelimodule as described herein, except that such a microchip package would not be typically configured to control operation of the machine, such control being carried out by a microchip package on the machine. However, a microchip package on the blade guard could provide data to a microchip package on the machine, in the form of either static data associated with the blade guard and/or dynamic data acquired by the blade guard microchip package, for example during operation or otherwise.
The blade 346 of the type illustrated would include a core 374 and cutting segments arranged uniformly about the circumference of the core, one of which is represented schematically at 376 for purposes of illustration, secured to the core. Other cutting blades can have other configurations.
The console 364 , or other part of the machine, may also include an electronics package, such as a control system 378 ( FIGS. 3B and 3C ). The electronics package may include a number of components and functions, and in the present example may include an Intelimodule, such as described herein. In the present example, the electronics package 378 includes a display or user interface (not shown) by which a user may, for example, view machine data, tool data, real-time or stored data, and the like, and in some configurations may enter data into the control system 378 . In the present example as illustrated in FIG. 3C , the control system includes an Intelimodule 379 , which receives input from various sources, and provides output to one or more devices/components, and which may communicate data to and/or from the control system. In the present example, the control system 378 can be used to control one or more aspects of the machine, based either on previously stored information in the control system, input from a user, input from an external source, such as any of the sources described herein. In one configuration, the control system 378 can receive input from the tool 346 through a remote communication link 380 . The control system can read data from a microchip package on the tool, for example in one of the forms as described herein, or additionally may also write information to a microchip package on the tool. The control system 378 by way of the Intelimodule 379 can also communicate with an external device through remote communication 381 , for example to any of the external devices described herein.
The Intelimodule 379 may also be configu
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1. A planar tool body for either a circular cutting tool or a chain cutting tool for working on a workpiece, including wood or concrete, wherein the tool body extends in a first direction from a first body location to a second body location on a periphery of the body, means on the first body location for mounting the tool to a machine to be used to operate the tool, at least one mounting surface on the second body location for supporting a wearing element on the tool, and an electronic circuit contained within a housing, and wherein the housing is supported by the planar tool body, wherein the housing contains a first sensor, and wherein at least one additional sensor is coupled to the electronic circuit through an opening in the housing, is supported by the tool body at a location external of the housing between the housing and the second body location and is for sensing a parameter associated with the tool, and a data transmission circuit coupled to the electronic circuit configured to allow a device remote from the electronic circuit to receive data associated with the parameter.
2. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the tool body is configured as a body for one of a circular saw, grinder core, groover core and chainsaw.
3. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the at least one additional sensor includes any one or more of a temperature sensor, a positioning sensor, an accelerometer, a centrifugal switch, a moisture sensor, electrical resistance sensor and a stress gauge.
4. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the electronic circuit includes a memory or storage circuit containing data corresponding to the tool.
5. The tool body of claim 4 wherein the electronic circuit and the memory or storage circuit are configured to receive sensor data from the at least one sensor coupled to the electronic circuit.
6. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the electronic circuit includes an antenna.
7. The tool body of claim 6 wherein the antenna is positioned within the housing containing the electronic circuit.
8. The tool body of claim 6 wherein the antenna is positioned external to the housing containing the electronic circuit and coupled to the electronic circuit through an opening in the housing.
9. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the electronic circuit is configured to transmit data from the electronic circuit when the electronic circuit is activated by a remote device.
10. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the electronic circuit is configured to transmit data from the electronic circuit based on instructions in a microprocessor in the electronic circuit.
11. The tool body of claim 10 wherein the electronic circuit is configured to access data stored in the electronic circuit as a function of time and received from a sensor coupled to the electronic circuit.
12. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the housing includes a rim extending around at least part of a perimeter of the housing.
13. The tool body of claim 12 wherein the housing has a thickness and the rim has a thickness less than a thickness of the housing.
14. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the electronic circuit includes a positioning circuit.
15. The tool body of claim 1 further including a thermocouple and the thermocouple is coupled to the electronic circuit through an opening in the housing and is supported by the tool outside the housing.
16. The tool body of claim 15 wherein the thermocouple is a first thermocouple, and further including a second thermocouple positioned so as to be spaced apart from the first thermocouple.
17. The tool body of claim 16 wherein the second thermocouple is positioned outside of a housing containing the first thermocouple.
18. The tool body of claim 1 further including an output device electronically coupled to the electronic circuit.
19. The tool body of claim 18 wherein the output device includes an antenna extending out of the housing containing the electronic circuit.
20. The tool body of claim 18 wherein the output device includes a light source.
21. The tool body of claim 18 wherein the output device is positioned at a periphery of the body.
22. The tool body of claim 18 wherein the output device is positioned within a housing containing the electronic circuit.
23. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the tool body is a laminate and the electronic circuit is contained within a housing supported by the laminate.
24. The tool body of claim 23 wherein the electronic circuit housing includes a perimeter portion extending between layers of the laminate.
25. The tool body of claim 23 wherein a sensor is coupled to the electronics circuit and is positioned outside the housing.
26. The tool body of claim 23 wherein a further sensor is coupled to the electronic circuit and the further sensor is positioned adjacent a periphery of the tool body.
27. The tool body of claim 1 wherein the tool body further includes releasable sections wherein at least one of the releasable sections includes a microchip package.
28. A tool body for a circular cutting or grinding tool for working on a workpiece, wherein the tool body includes a wall defining a central opening for being supported on a drive component of the machine used to operate the tool, a perimeter portion configured to receive wearing elements, and wherein the tool body extends from the central opening to the perimeter portion, an electronic circuit in a microchip package supported by the tool body wherein the electronic circuit includes a sensor and a communication circuit for communicating with a device external to the tool body, and further including an additional sensor coupled to the electronic circuit through an opening in the microchip package wherein the sensor is supported by the tool body and positioned between the microchip package and the perimeter portion.
29. The tool body of claim 28 wherein either one of the sensor and the additional sensor includes any one or more of a temperature sensor, a position sensor, an accelerometer, a centrifugal switch, a moisture sensor, an electrical resistance sensor and a stress gauge.
30. The tool body of claim 28 wherein the microchip package is supported by the tool body at an annular position such that a portion of the microchip package would be covered by a blade flange.
31. The tool body of claim 28 wherein the microchip package is a Type 3 microchip package.
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