with real-time adaptation of clamping forces to process conditions

• autonomous adaptation of tool gripping forces which responds to changing tool and machine conditions during the manufacturing process
• integrated sensors and actuator technology that can measure clamping forces, vibrations and machine parameters, thus clamping forces can be adjusted in real-time, according to current progress on the workpiece
• fast,  secure 5G communication  (eMBB, mMTC, uRLLC)
• guarantees maximum cutting speed and feed rate at all times
• compatible with the zero-point clamping system of all manufacturers and equipped with robot couplings
• battery-driven and autonomous for 3-shift operation, contactlessly rechargeable
• enables autonomous process automation for highly precise and accelerated manufacture of products
• also suitable for small lots and one-off production pieces which may require the highest standards of process documentation (i.e. aerospace industry)
• data recorded available in real-time for process optimization, via ML-pattern recognition
• enables Predictive Maintenance[1]  for the entire processing machine
• robust, durable and inexpensive

Innovation Level

• an outstanding example of how to replace steps in the operation - which up to now had to be performed manually and interrupted the process - with smart components. The components are fully 5G linked and integrated with the machine’s automatic controls.
• Global debut of an autonomously self-optimizing production process in secure 5G- networks for industry 4.0 - further categories of data from the machine can also be wirelessly integrated in process automation, via 5G communication of the vice.
• developed at the TU Wien, in Europe’s first all-5G production facility (equipped with a private, 5G standalone network) – together with ALLMATIC Jakob Spannsysteme GmbH

Target Audience

• Machine cutting industry
• Manufacturers of tooling machines and production lines
• Automation technology
• Suppliers and operators of 5G-Networks in manufacturing facilities

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Florian Hoffer and Peter Heimerl