Development of automated instrument readings recognition system using a machine vision camera

Abstract

A feature of a modern technology development is automation of all spheres of human life. It happens due to the development of IT industry and the implementation of technological changes that are trends of Industry 4.0.It is shown that each of the device production stages takes a certain human and machine time, which affects the price and quantity of products manufacturing. Therefore, the automation of production processes is an important task.The main problems of automated control system using machine cameras building are considered. Requirements for verification, adjustment, calibration of new devices and information storage are given. The main technical parameters of the cameras are provided. The whole technological process of obtaining instrument readings into subsystems is divided. The hardware-software complex of obtaining readings of devices by means of machine vision is synthesized. Algorithms for recognizing the readings of devices from the image have been developed. The requirements for the light sources choice are given. System to automate the calibration of existing devices with the ability to implement new developed software algorithms is designed.In further research it is planned to expand the number and types of verification devices. It is also planned to use the developed system to determine mechanical defects of device manufacturing.

Keywords

• machine vision
• automated control system
• hardware and software complex