System and method for inspecting cans
CA 2377332 A1 · Owner: Intelligent Machine Concepts, Llc · Inventors: Spencer, James E. Jr.; Hebert, Tim; Hooker, Jeffrey A.
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A system and method inspects containers and cans and includes a conveyor for advancing a plurality of containers into an inspection area. A sensor senses when a can has advanced into the inspection area. At least one light source illuminates the exterior of the can and interior of the can through the top opening after sensing that a can has advanced into the inspection area. The top camera has a field of view looking down into the top opening for obtaining a pixel image of the top and interior of the can and opposing side cameras obtain pixel images in elevation of the container. A processor processes the pixel images and calculates eccentricity diameter of the opening, and flange , …
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- Filed July 26, 2000. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended July 26, 2020.
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