Jadhav Vaibhavi Santosh,
Nailkar Dnyaneshwari Tanaji,
Nevase Aaditi Mugutrav,
Sawant Raj,
S.I. Nipanikar,
- Student, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Shri. Chhatrapati Shivajiraje College of Engineering, Dhangawadi, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Shri. Chhatrapati Shivajiraje College of Engineering, Dhangawadi, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Shri. Chhatrapati Shivajiraje College of Engineering, Dhangawadi, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Shri. Chhatrapati Shivajiraje College of Engineering, Dhangawadi, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Shri. Chhatrapati Shivajiraje College of Engineering, Dhangawadi, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
This paper presents the design and implementation of an automatic laser welding machine controlled by a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology. Laser welding has gained significant attention in various industries due to its precision, speed, and efficiency. However, manual operation of laser welding systems can be labor-intensive and prone to errors. The proposed system aims to address these challenges by automating the welding process using PLC-based control. The system architecture consists of a PLC unit interfaced with sensors, actuators, and a high power laser source. The PLC program is developed using ladder logic programming language to control the operation of the machine. The program incorporates logic for workpiece detection, laser acivation, welding process control, and safety interlocks. Key components of the system include proximity sensors for workpiece detection, servo motors for precise positioning of the workpieces, and a high-power laser source for welding. The implementation of the system involves hardware selection, PLC programming integration of components, testing, and validation. In conclusion, the proposed automatic laser welding machine provides a reliable and efficient solution for industrial welding processes. Future work may focus on optimization of process parameters, integration with robotics systems, and exploration of advanced control strategies to further enhance the performance and capabilities of the system.
Keywords: Laser, Source, Protection, Window, Head, Collimation, Lense
[This article belongs to International Journal of VLSI Circuit Design & Technology(ijvcdt)]
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| Volume | 02 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | May 13, 2024 |
| Accepted | May 23, 2024 |
| Published | August 30, 2024 |