DESCRIPTION
COMPUTER-ASSISTED POSITION IDENTIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT METHOD AND APPARATUS WITH PERPENDICULAR EDGE GEOMETRIC ARRANGEMENT
The Related Art
The invention relates to a mechanism providing usage of two plates having various shapes (circular, diagonal or unshaped) in relation with each other or two planes or surfaces in relation with each other via their collective or independent movements.
The invention particularly relates to an external locating mechanism for use in robotic technologies, medical technologies, weapon industry, and construction industry etc. all kinds of industrial branches with its rotating, angle forming, extending, shortening, displacement in horizontal axis etc. motions and functions in 3 dimensions and 6 axes via performing more numbers of the same function without being restricted to two pieces when simultaneous usage is needed at the same time in the additional piece or plane and in this way providing management of the motion of another piece or system with the control achieved with this motion.
The Prior Art
Hexagonally (HEXAPOD) arranged spatiajjattj.ee systems developed in 1950's for opening and closing manhole covers are used in weapon and robot technologies and then this technique has started to be used in the medical sector. Various robotic systems are produced and used with this technique used in medicine. At the same time, this technique has to be used in the orthopaedics sector in 1990's. With the technique used, it is aimed to perform correction operations in 6 axes and 3 dimensions and assistance of computer has been necessary in order to perform the required operations for achieving this purpose. Since hexagonally arranged spatial lattice systems are used for 3-dimensional operations, their operation functions and principles are also 3-dimensional. While moving, the system also moves in 3 dimensions. Correspondingly, it is not possible to perform usage without computer and software since the 3-dimensional calculations used in the bone treatment, wherein only 2-dimensional imaging is available, is complex and difficult and the
arrangement and functions of the systems operating with this technique require 3- dimensional mathematical operations. This¾situation has necessitated usage of the technique with computer.
As a result, transferring data from 2 dimensions for 3-dimensional operation and function necessitates software in hexagonally arranged lattice systems and requires repetition of operations. Moreover, when hexagonal arms are arranged in an angled manner and the arms are angled lower than 30° in order to perform the desired motion, load bearing capacity goes above the risk limits and loses its bearing safety. Again due to the triangular arrangement of the arms, it causes application difficulty at the internal parts of the arms. Because, use of this technique necessitates triangular arrangement due to 3 points principle. In the.tnangular arrangement, the distance of the arms controlling the motions are extended and therefore motion sensitivity increases. Since there is no perpendicular edge geometry in arrangement of the eight-leg arrangement systems, they can not be standardized with a geometric formulation and correspondingly they can. operate in restricted areas with restricted motions. In the eight-leg arrangement without perpendicular edges, the legs form line with different angles. In this case, due to the difficulty of formulation, narrowing takes place based on motion in the platform because of the positions of the legs.
Purpose of the Invention
The purpose of the invention is to determinelhe change of form through the image in order to determine the change of form occurred in a geometrical shape previously defined in the software and calculate the amount and position of the determined change.
Another purpose of the invention is. to, m.akje..th§ measurements and calculations to determine the movement direction and amount of the mechanism in order to provide movement of a motion mechanism according to a defined geometry by identifying the position and shape of the mechanism through the image and bring it into the defined shape.
Another purpose of the invention is to perform the desired correction by providing movement of the platform in 6 axes via arrangement of the connection arms of the platform on the perpendicular edge geometry, wherein the platform is formed of the connection arms between the plates forming the correction mechanism to be used in converting the defined geometrical shape into the desired shape.
The purpose of the invention is to enable motion in 6 axes by supporting a range of main arms between the plates with auxiliary^arms. A purpose of the invention is to move the two plates or two or more numbers of plates connected to each other linearly and circularly in 3 dimensions (x, y, and z axes). 3-dimensional motion is performed in 6 axes, which are the x, y, and z axes in ± directions. Another purpose of the invention is to use standard software by standardization of the formula and calculations via a symmetrical geometric arrangement.
Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate conflict of dimension during data in using 2-dimensional image data in 3 dimensions and thus prevent loss of data.
Another purpose of the invention is to perform 3-dimensional operation with 2- dimensional motion mechanism. Dependency on software is eliminated by 3- dimensional operation which can be obtained from 2-dimensional motion. Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate sensitivity from occurring in the complete system due to having low number of angled arms and the, shortness of the angled arms because of the arrangement and as a result eliminate the margin of error. Another purpose of the invention is to form a larger field of application for formal use thanks to the arrangement. The purpose is to provide a light and quick system.
Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate measurement related errors via the software used in measurements and thus obtain error-free results from the operation.
Usage becomes easier, speed of application increases, and margin decreases thanks to this software.
Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate the necessary for circular plate form. In this way, the purpose is to form a wider area of usage.
Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate the locking possibility of the system during motion thanks to the design enabling rotation of the arms around their own axes.
The invention is the perpendicular edge platform method in order to eliminate the above said drawbacks and it relates to arrangement and motion of arms (20, 40) on the perpendicular edged geometric line (D) with the help of a range of main arms (20) between two plates (10, 30) and a range of auxiliary arms (40) or apparatus. The structural and characteristic features o the invention and all advantages will be understood better in detailed descriptions with the figures given below and with reference to the figures, and therefore, the assessment should be made taking into account the said figures and detailed explanations. Description of the Figures
Figure 1 is the front perspective view of the platform of the invention, wherein the main arms are in mounted position.
Figure 2 is the front perspective view of the platform of the invention, wherein 2 auxiliary arms are in mounted position.
Figure 3 is the front perspective view of ? hej)latform of the invention, wherein 4 auxiliary arms are in mounted position.
Figure 4 is the figure showing the motion of the platform in -x and -y axes.
Figure 5 is the figure showing the motion of the platform in +x and -y axes.
Figure 6 is the figure showing the motion of the platform in -y axis.
Figure 7 is the figure showing the rotating motion of the platform around y axis.
Figure 8 is the figure showing the rotating motion of the platform around y axis in the opposite direction.
Figure 9 is the figure showing the motion of the locating platform in -z axis.
Figure 10 is the figure showing the motion of the platform in +x and +z axes.
Figure 1 1 is the figure showing arrangement of the mechanism arms of the invention on the perpendicular edge.
Figure 12 is the perspective view of the connectors of the invention.
Figure 13 is the general perspective view of the arm of the invention.
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Detailed Description of the Invention
The invention is the method of placement of a range of vertical arms (20) between a range of plates (10, 30) vertically in accordance with the perpendicular edge geometric arrangement and providing motion of the vertical arms (20) on the perpendicular edge line (D) by connection of the angle forming arms (40), which are in the form of auxiliary arm etc. other connectors, between the vertical arms (20) and the lower plate (30) via the arm connector (22), and relates a locating mechanism (1 ) to be used for this method (Figures 1 , 2, 3, \A).
The invention is a mechanism (1 ) having the property of a motion platform operating via the motions of a range of vertical arms (20), which are principally 4 arms (figure 1 ) placed on the circular or diagonal plates (10, 30), on the perpendicular edge motion plane (D) principally with perpendicular edge geometric arrangement and it comprises various apparatus forming the mechanism (1 ).
Again the invention provides transferring of images in various formats onto the computer screen and then using of image processing method on the image found on the screen, and thus provides identification of the target image found on the picture via software according to the purpose of usage.
Again the invention uses software, which calculates the displacement required for bringing the object(s) into the desired position after marking of the object or objects on the image found on the screen, provides the required position calculation and the required data for control of the mechanism (1 ) in order to enable the mechanism (1 ) perform this displacement, and determines the route map of the platform for the target position.
In the above said perpendicular edge technique; a vertical line (D) is formed on a lower plate (30) by the contact points (31 , 31 1 ) of the said arms (20, 40) as shown in Figure 1 1 . All the arms (20, 40) are on the lines (D) which are perpendicular to each other. The connection points (31) of the yer jcal. arm (20) and the connection points (31 1) of the angled arms (40) both form perpendicular lines (D). Therefore, this technique is called the perpendicular edge technique.
The said invention is a system, which analyzes the formal difference between the geometrical forms defined by the software and the present image of the mechanism (1 ) by using the position determination and calculation software, and which plans the formal changes that has to be made on the platform for the required correction operations.
As it would be seen in Figures 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10; not only various arm (20, 40) designs can be used in order to providej oth linear and circular motion of the arms (20, 40) in 3 dimensions and 6 axes (± x,y,z), but also universal joints (hinges) (21 ,
23, 41 , 43) are connected at the arm (20, 40) ends in order to provide a wider motion opportunity (Figures 3 and 14). In order to prevent involuntary locking of the arms (20, 40) during the process, no piece is used on the arm (20, 40) for reading marks and axial motion of the grooved bar found inside the arm (20, 40) is enabled. An obstacle, which would prevent rotation of the arm connector (23) connected on the arms (20, 40), is formed for the additional arm or the apparatus to be used for providing horizontal motion to the arms (20, 40). In order to prevent involuntary locking of the arms (20, 40) during the process, no piece is used on the arm (20, 40) for reading marks and thus the axial motion of the grooved bar (24, 44) found inside the arm (20, 40) is enabled and the observation opening (25, 45) of the grooved bar (24, 44) is facilitated for reading marks. These openings (25, 45) are placed on the arms (20, 40) considering that the user would have to make observation from different angles (Figures 12, 13). An obstacle (42) is formed for the additional arms or the apparatus, which are to be used for providing horizontal motion to the arms (20, 40), in a way/type that it would prevent rotation of the middle joint (22) connected on the arms (20, 40) (Figure 1 1).
In Figure 14, the components and connectio^components (12) forming the joints (21 , 41 , 43) used in connecting the arms (20,~40) and the plates (10, 30) with each other. With the double-edged arm fitting screw (a) found among these, it is possible to connect the mechanism (1 ) within itself when more than one plates (10, 30) are required to be used on top of each other. With the arm holder piece (b, c), it is ensured to make connection of the angled^arms (40), which are used for providing horizontal motions (± x) of the arms (20, 40) used for connection of the plates (10, 30), with the convenient angle in accordance with the perpendicular edge arrangement. ,
Holes (1 1 ) are positioned on the plates (10, 30) given in Figure 1 as the connection points where the arms (20, 40) would be connected in a way that is convenient with the perpendicular edge method.
Depending on the durability requirements, when additional arms are required to be used in order to provide horizontal motion ± x in the arms (20, 40) found between the plates (10, 30), linear and circular motion san be obtained in 3 dimensions and 6
axes (± x,y,z) on the perpendicular edge plane with the angled arms (40) which would be used crosswise (Figure 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10). Again depending on the durability requirements, a range of additional arms (40) can be used with the same purpose. In case of using apparatus on the arm (20, 40), which would protect the form and at the same time provide horizontal motion (± x) to the arms (20, 40), the joints (21 , 22, 41) have locking properties. In these cases, there is no need for using additional angled arms (40). In Figure 7, a rotation with the centre of y axis is given. In Figure 8, a rotating motion is given, which is opposite to the one given in Figure 7 with the centre of y axis.
When it is required to use additional angled arm(s) (40) in the arrangement (D) convenient to perpendicular edge method, the motions of the arms (20, 40) are performed by providing the arrangement which would move on the straight line (D) between the vertical arms (20) in accordance with the geometric arrangement. Therefore, one of the ends of each of the auxiliary arms (40) are connected to the connection hole (311) found on the lower plate (30) having the straight line (D) form between the vertical arms (20), while the other ends are connected to the vertical arms (20). This connection operation of the angled arms (40) is performed by joints (22, 41).
With the software; markings are made, which would define the target object found on the image on the screen and the size and position of the platform in relation with the object. With these markings, the software identifies the target object and the size and position of the platform (1) and compares the .geometry of the object with the defined geometry, and if there is difference between them, then it finds and calculates the difference. Afterwards, it makes the planning which would manage the position of the platform (1) for the required changes for correcting the difference. It plans the amount, order, and time of the motion on the arms in order to perform the motion of the platform (1). And the geometrical deformity is eliminated by application of these data on the platform (1).
Operation steps of the software used in automation usage of the said platform (1) are as follows;
• Determination of the image of the target object (by photographing etc. methods),
• Loading and thus introduction of the image (photograph format) to the software,
• On the image, marking of the region, on which the analysis of geometric change will be made on the software screen,
• Marking the image in order to determine the position and size of the platform,
• Calculation of the amount anckposition of geometric deformation on the object,
• Calculation of the amount of deformation to be corrected with the platform,
• Calculation of the amount of movement to be made on the platform for the changes which would correct the deformation,
• Calculation of the amount, order, and time of the motion in the arms for the required amount of motion in the platform, and
• Performing of the correction operation by application of the obtained motion plan.
Way of Application of the Invention in the Industry:
The invention is used in treatment of bone disorders especially in the medical sector as the corrector mechanism (1) for singular or multiple use, and it is used in robotic technologies together with robotic motion mechanism (1) and software again starting from the medical sector, weapon, machine industries, and all other branches of the industry in all kinds of mechanisms providing linear and circular motion in 6 axes (x, y, z) and 3 dimensions with the help of the arms (20, 40) found between two or more plates (10, 30).